The kids are back in school and the lines will soon begin to blur between school season and cold season as kid pass around their germs. All told, an estimated 22 million school days are missed every year, just because of the common cold. (1) When kids are home sick, parents must be home as
Our kids are our future, and if we are what we eat, the future looks to be rather unhealthy. The foundation of health is the diet. A key component associated with that is sustaining the intestinal flora that’s connected with immunity, cognitive function, and overall wellness. For picky eaters, the struggle is even more prominent.
The immune system executes incredibly intricate processes that scientists don’t yet fully understand. When it’s operating at its peak efficiency, it can identify and remove threats to wellness, remember and replicate previous immune responses, and heal cellular and tissue damage. If it’s functioning too high or too low, however, it can cause a cascade of
The vitamin craze the past couple of decades is beginning to come to a sensible head. Where we once insisted that all kids take their vitamins (pick a vitamin, any vitamin!), we now work to help kids eat their vitamins in whole foods and supplement only when necessary. Healthy foods are being marketed to kids
Skincare is a multibillion dollar industry, promising everything from agelessness to UV protection to beautification. But glowing skin is so much more than a covering. It is the largest organ of the body, involved in hormone exchange, waste, protection, temperature regulation and so much more. It is our first defense against intrusions – a key
We all want our kids to choose healthy foods. Who hasn’t dreamed that their five year old would ask for broccoli, or turn down soda for water? Sometimes our dreams come true. Other times, we order the corndog and pray they don’t turn into a radioactive comic book character because of it. Raising a whole
Almond Butter & ‘Nanner Treat Protein: 1-3 tbsp almond butter Liquid: 1-2 cups almond or coconut milk as needed Texture: 1 cup sliced frozen banana* Flavor: 1 tsp vanilla Color: Handful baby spinach Mix-ins: Chocolate chips, cocoa powder, coconut flakes *Tip: Slice bananas and spread onto a wax-papered cookie sheet. Set in freezer overnight. Remove,
You already know that fiber is good for you, and that dietary sources of it are an important part of keeping the digestive system running properly, lowering cholesterol, and keeping blood sugar levels under control. What you may not know, however, is that the soluble fiber beta glucan is proving that it provides more benefits
The immune system is an amazing force, capable of intricate functions that science still cannot comprehend. The immune system is made up of a network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to protect the body. One of the important cells involved are white blood cells, also called leukocytes, which come in two basic
Beautiful weather, good food, adorable pets, a bouquet of flowers – what do they all have in common? We should say that they make us smile and brighten our day, but for too many, the common denominator is that they make us feel miserable. Allergies can come in many shapes and forms and can seem
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