The Archives of General Psychiatry has recently “found evidence that pollution may affect the developing brain among children whose mothers lived in areas where there was poor air quality“. This relationship seems particularly strong in cases of traffic-related pollution, but consider this: the EPA reports that indoor air quality is […]
Children’s Health
Limit Screen Time
While it seems obvious to many, the fact remains that screen time is unhealthy for us!! Turn off all the screens, and get into nature–play ball, walk, hike, explore your backyard . . . just get away from technology; daily.
Dangers of BPA
This is a nice overview on the dangers of BPA. Among the risks: “According to Environmental Defence, even low-level exposure to BPA, or 4,4’-(propane-2,2-diyl)diphenol, is linked to infertility, heart disease, miscarriage, behavioural problems, and predisposition to breast and prostate cancer”. It has also been linked to childhood obesity. A common […]
Organic for Kids
The American Academy of Pediatrics is recommending organic foods for children to reduce their exposure to pesticides. MD’s are even realizing the risks of pesticide residues on our children’s health. Read NPR article here.
Solvents Increase Risk of Birth Defects
The common cleaning products you have under your sink may be increasing the risk of birth defects in your baby. The good news–save your health, that of your baby’s, and your budget by using baking soda and vinegar to clean your home!! And almond oil (from the grocery section) makes […]
BPA Effects Thyroid Hormones
This UC-Berkeley study reveals that BPA reduces thyroid hormone in pregnant mothers and increases thyroid hormone activity in infant boys. This study is likely just scratching the surface on the implications of BPA on hormones.
Eat Your Breakfast!
Recent survey has revealed that students skipping breakfast had a more difficult time focusing at school. Please remember to include whole foods–egg, meat, and veggies in particular!
Gluten–Please stop eating it . . .
If you haven’t noticed by now, I am a firm believer that we must eliminate gluten from our diets in order to sustain and/or return to a healthy state. Many ask “why” and the answer is long. The bottom line is that wheat has become so altered (many call it […]
Sugary Drinks Linked with Obesity in Children
OK–so are we really surprised by this?? But, good to know that research is confirming common sense. Please choose water or teas in place of sodas and juices. Add a few slices of fruit to your water for some additional flavor–lemons are common, but peaches and cucumber slices also provide […]
Coconut Oil–For Teeth, Too
New studies are revealing that coconut oil may also be beneficial for the health of your teeth, too! Read more here.
