Children's Nutrition: Colorful Plates
Joanne CapanoParents of picky eaters ask themselves the same question every day: how do I ensure my children are getting the nutrition they need? When a childs palate is limited to only a handful of food choices, we naturally worry that he is not receiving all the vitamins, minerals, proteins and fats that are needed for optimal growth. As a parent of three picky eaters, I have tried everything from fo...
Read more...CategoriesHealth & Wellness | Family Life | Parenting | Pediatric NutritionHeavy Metals and Kids Health
Lilian PrestiAluminum, copper, mercury and lead are words we are familiar with and associate with things like piping and industry. Today however these heavy metals are far more prevalent than many of us parents realize and are subsequently affecting the delicate health of our children. Everything from ADHD and other learning disabilities to autism and cancer have been linked to an over-accumulation of ...
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Tara HantskeYour immune system is your bodys natural defense against illness and disease. Keeping your immune system healthy will ensure that your body will know exactly what to do when you are exposed to a cold, the flu, or other infections. It also knows exactly what to do if you catch that cold. The health of your immune system will determine your overall health, how often you get sick, and how wel...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Eating Well | Nutrition | Healthy Eating | Health & Wellness | Health Concerns | Parenting | Pediatric NutritionBaby's Immune System
Lilian PrestiAs with all other organs and systems in the body, a newborn is not born with a fully developed immune system at birth. Rather, their immunity - a protective function consisting of cells, proteins, and organs - grows and strengthens with time, striving with each new day to keep them safe from the multitude of pathogens that they encounter in their environments. At birth, a babys immune ...
Read more...CategoriesParenting | Pediatric NutritionHow To Pump Breast Milk
Naturally SavvyFor mothers who choose to breastfeed, the one downside that is commonly noted is the lack of freedom they have to leave baby for more than an hour or so at a time. Since breastfed newborns rely strictly on mom for their existence, new moms have little flexibility to leave their tiny bundles to tend to errands, appointments or even some precious alone time. In order to even consider leaving...
Read more...CategoriesParenting | Pediatric NutritionProtective Strategies For Diarrhea
Naturally SavvyAt some point in your young childs life they will probably develop diarrhea. This protective mechanism results from their bodys attempt to expel a pathogen or substance that has caused them irritation or an upset of sorts. Diarrhea can range from being a minor irritation to being a life-threatening condition. It all depends on how long it lasts and how much water the body loses. As a p...
Read more...CategoriesParenting | Pediatric NutritionFirst Foods For Baby: What and When?
Lilian PrestiMany debates abound over what foods to introduce first and at what exact point we should introduce them to our growing babies. We often hear one opinion from our mothers and quite possibly another from our doctors. Our best friend can give us advice on what the moms in her moms group said and of course this will be different from what your baby nutrition book recommends. Its enough to make...
Read more...CategoriesParenting | Pediatric NutritionIs Your Child Constipated?
Lilian PrestiTheres a lot of confusion about what regular means. Thats because different specialists will cite different norms for what is considered normal or healthy when it comes to childrens bowel movements. And although you may hear that famous quote that everybodys different it is still not normal or healthy for children to be going to the bathroom less than once a day. If this happens frequently...
Read more...CategoriesParenting | Pediatric NutritionBaby Weaning
Naturally SavvyYou have been breastfeeding your baby for as long as you think appropriate and are now ready to quit. So just how do you stop this daily habit that you know your baby enjoys and is attached to? Well although the process may not be as easy as simply stopping cold turkey, by implementing a few easy steps you can make the transition also known as mother-led weaning - easier for both you and ...
Read more...CategoriesParenting | Concious Parenting | Pediatric Nutrition12 Nutrition Tips for Picky Eaters
Terry CarsonAre you struggling with a picky eater?In my practice I see many parents worry about food and whether or not their children are getting enough nutrients into their systems. They nag, threaten, bribe, and sometimes fight over meals. This type of tension is not conducive to getting kids to eat well. So, whats going on? Why do kids not want to eat? First, understand that kids have ...
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Food Sensitivities and Allergies in Children
Lilian PrestiFood sensitivities and allergies are on the rise in children. Between 1997 and 2007, food allergies increased 18 percent, affecting approximately 3 million c...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionTips for Improving Kid’s Digestion
Lilian PrestiIncreasingly, children are developing digestive problems that were once reserved for adults. Digestive problems such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionA Natural Approach to Illness-Induced Vomiting
Lilian PrestiChildren get sick. Its part of their natural development as the body learns to build its immune system. Yet, in our modern world filled with medications for ...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionHealthy Weight Loss for Children
Naturally SavvyWeight loss is no longer strictly an adult issue. Today, one in five children in the United States is overweight1. Due to a combination of poor eating habits...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionBreastfeeding: Preventing Improper Latching
110 Pounds And CountingBreastfeeding shouldnt be painful. Many women experience pain in the first days after birth, but if youre experiencing exceptional pain while nursing, there ...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionBreastfeeding Dos
Latham ThomasWhile breastfeeding certainly provides a special connection between mother and child, it also offers many health benefits for both. Breast milk is one of the...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionIncreasing Breast Milk Production
Lilian PrestiNew mothers commonly fear that they are not producing enough milk. The reassuring news is that there are strategies that are relatively simple and easy to empl...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionADHD & Diet
Lilian PrestiADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a diagnosis given to children that exhibit symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsivity, and distractibility. Othe...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionPrevent Illness Before it Hits Home
Lilian PrestiKids will be going back to school soon and most parents know that this means more colds and flulikely for everyone in the household. So just how do we arm ou...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionA Healthy, Natural School Lunch is Easy
Naturally SavvyAs you cruise down the supermarket aisles with kids asking for all sorts of junk for their school lunches, it can be difficult to resist the urge to grab those ...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionImmune-Boosting Lunch Box Ideas for Kids
Dr. Joey ShulmanBack to school can be challenging time for any household, and this years comes with increased concerns, namely a possible flu virus, and protecting your kids...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionCreating Healthy Eaters
Naturally SavvyOne of the most common dilemmas parents face today is the ongoing struggle to get their kids to eat healthy food. Rather than a time of peaceful exchanges, fam...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionKeeping Kids Hydrated in Summer Weather
Joanne CapanoWhen warm weather hits, most kids want to spend the entire summer playing outside. In addition to wearing cool clothing, sunscreen, hats and sunglasses, it’s i...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionGenetically Modified Foods and Your Child
Naturally SavvyGenetically modified foods slowly began to seep into the North American food supply in 1996. Shortly before this time, the American government – or more speci...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionAsthma—Breathe Right Naturally
Odessa GillI have many parents who come to my clinic requesting more information on the natural treatment of asthma for their children. What is asthma? Asthma occurs whe...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionBeware of Food Additives in Children’s Food
Lilian PrestiOur modern day food supply contains many ingredients that have been shown to be problematic for young bodies. A number of common additives found in foods have ...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionEarly Efforts Can Help Prevent Childhood Obesity
Dr. Richard VisserThe steady rise of obesity rates in America’s children should be a wake-up call for everyone—especially parents. Yet it seems that those who should take the st...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionFoods to Help Toddlers Sleep
Lilian PrestiToddler years are very busy for both children and their parents. This period of continuous exploration and intense movement also requires proper downtime and r...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionRaising Healthy Children
Dr. Richard VisserRaising healthy kids starts at the very beginning. Prenatal Many studies indicate that when a mother first becomes pregnant, the baby can start hearing from si...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionA Balanced Diet for Children with ADD/ADHD-Part 2
Irene SwedakIn Part 1, we discussed how to get to the root of problem of ADD/ADHD. The following recommendations are for children aged 6 to 12, aimed to heal the body and ...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionPreventing Ear Infections with Proper Nutrition
Naturally SavvyEar infections are the most common pediatric complaint today. Most children will have had at least one ear infection by the time they reach 5 years of age. Ea...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionA Balanced Diet For Children with ADD/ADHD- Part 1
Irene SwedakDepending on where you live, in the United States or Canada, up to one half of children between the ages of 5-14 years in your area could be taking prescription...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionBoosting a Toddler’s Immunity
Lilian PrestiMany families with young children struggle their way through winter as they face an onslaught of colds. Catching a cold or flu is more common during this perio...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionGrowing in the Right Direction
Irene SwedakAround six months of age, infants should be introduced to nutritious solid foods, especially foods naturally rich in iron. The American Academy of Paediatrics,...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionHow to Save Money & Boost Baby's Nutrition
Dr. Richard VisserDid you know that commercial baby food usually costs as much per ounce as sirloin steak or snow crab legs? And you’re paying for water—it’s the first or second ...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionAutism: Consider Your Child's Diet, Part 1
Irene SwedakCo-Written by: Heather Allsop, RNCP Could changing a child’s diet really make such a difference? Thousands of children have recovered from autism using the biom...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionStrategies For Raising Sugar-Free Kids
Lilian PrestiIt is hard to ignore the fact that we now live in a sugar-coated world. Our continent’s addiction to sugar has become epidemic. We can see the evidence in our e...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionBreastfeeding Past The First Year
Lilian PrestiFortunately for babies, breastfeeding has made a comeback. It was not that many decades ago that following birth many women were routinely injected with medica...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionShould I Feed My Baby Organic Baby Food?
Lilian PrestiMost parents want to do what’s best for their children. Many wonder if they should incorporate organic baby food and products into their diets. Even though the ...
Read more...CategoriesPediatric NutritionDoes My Baby Need Supplements?
Lilian PrestiMany parents wonder if they should add supplements to their baby’s diet. They question if supplements are really necessary for their little ones, or are they ar...
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