Results are in: findings indicate that children of parents who cook meals at home tend to have healthier diets. I would also add that it is helpful to have the children grocery shop–let them make vegetable and fruit choices, for example–and cook with you, too! Yes, meal preparation may take […]
Children’s Health
Caution with Green Tea
While there are many health benefits of green tea, there is also evidence of increased levels of lead in the brewed tea–black or green. Teas from China had the highest levels. Those from Sri Lanka had the lowest levels. Organic teas had same levels of lead as non-organic ones. So, […]
Reduce Risk of Allergies! Live on Dairy Farm!!
OK, so that won’t be a viable option for most of us, but the point is that getting exposed to a little dirt is likely beneficial for our immune system! Read more here–then go make a mud pie (just don’t eat it 😉 ).
Phthalates in Infant Food
So, Congress banned phthalates in childhood toys, but levels are still high in their foods! Please limit to organic, healthfully-raised foods for your babies (and you!) as much as possible. Read more here.
Sugary Cereals
EWG has just posted their lists of most sugary and least sugary cereals. Better: avoid cereal altogether and offer eggs or meat with lots of veggies and a little fruit!
Fun in the Sun–But Protect Your Skin!
Here is EWG’s latest update for protecting your skin from sun exposure. Remember to have a few minutes without sunscreen (about 10 – 15 minutes) in order to get your Vitamin D, then slather on a safe sunscreen!! Click here.
Diabetes Explosion in Children
The rates of both Type I and Type II diabetes are significantly increased in our children. While researchers are unclear as to the cause, general recommendations include the following: o Exercise–we need to get moving and so do our children. This does not mean that they need to become uber-sports […]
Low Vitamin D in Pregnant Mother = Cavities in Toddler
New research is noting a correlation between Vitamin D deficiency in pregnant mothers and the incidence of cavities by the time their children are toddlers. PLEASE insist that your vitamin D levels are checked, whether or not your insurance will cover the test (many are balking at testing Vitamin D25OH). […]
Reduce Risk of Iron Deficiency in Your Newborn
This is interesting information that may reduce the risk of iron deficiency in your newborn. Researchers have found that a slight delay in clamping the umbilical cord may reduce the risk of iron deficiency. Read more here and talk to your doctor.
Eat Your Veggies!
Here’s another reason to include veggies in your children’s diet:Â less breast disease. Not that this info would be a real seller to your children, but the more they are offered (with avoidance of sweet treats), the more we tend to enjoy them. Read more here.
