AANP – Calcium Is Not The Key To Child Bone Health – (Wednesday, May 08, 2013)–Scientists have just reported that, despite common belief that calcium and calcium-rich foods build strong bones, magnesium has emerged as a more important nutrient for bone health in children. In fact, the study found that, unlike magnesium, calcium […]
Children’s Health
Flame-retardants Linked to Lower IQ and Hyperactivity
This is a very interesting article about the impact of flame-retardants on health. Surprising is the length of time that the chemicals persist in our bodies. Do all you can to avoid these compounds. If you suspect exposure, please schedule an appointment to discuss methods of optimizing liver detoxification.
Preemies Need Extra Vitamin D
AANP – Preemies Need Higher Vitamin D Dosages – (RTuesday, May 07, 2013)–A study has found that preterm infants may need 800 international units (IU) of vitamin D daily to develop strong bones. (Preemies are known to be at risk for vitamin D insufficiency; if levels are too low, infants and children can […]
Aspartame and Pre-term Birth
Aspartame is essentially poison. Quit consuming it–I mince no words about this one. If you are pregnant, click here to learn more.
Spring Nutrition
Here are some great recommendations to get your “spring cleaning” (of your health!) off to a good start. And they’re delicious, too!!!
The Dirty Dozen
Environmental Working Group has just reported the latest “dirty dozen” most contaminated fruits and veggies–click here. The dirtiest include sweet peppers, tomatoes, and spinach. Some of the cleanest are asparagus, avocados and cantaloupe–also listed at their site.
Gardeners–Avoid Using Pesticides; and Herbicides, too
Even “conventional” medical doctors are calling for avoidance of the use of pesticides. Even small amounts of these toxins can be very detrimental to children’s health. And don’t let the “small quantity” of active ingredient fool you–even the solvent carriers are toxic to humans in many cases. The same applies […]
Lead in Imported Rice
Recent findings reveal toxic levels of lead (in addition to previously reported arsenic levels in rice) in rice and rice flour: AANP – Toxic Levels Of Lead Common In Imported Rice, Rice Flour – (Tuesday, April 16, 2013)–A new study has found that the rice imported into North America from Asia, […]
Too Clean Might Be Unhealthy!
Research continues to support that hygiene theory that exposure to germs is an important part of our immune development. This article does a good job of explaining why. The results also support findings that appropriate bacterial exposure is important to help stave off development of allergies.
Exercise for Your Brain
More evidence is piling up about the benefits of exercise not only for your body but for your brain health. This applies to children, as well. Read more here.
