Here are some practical things parents that can do to help their children achieve the two goals of education: developing tools for learning, and a good attitude toward life-long learning. Do your homework Before enrolling your child in the school, visit it, get to know the overall philosophy and talk to parents whose children have […]
Common Signs of Food Sensitivities
SKIN RESPIRATORY PASSAGES INTESTINES BEHAVIOR hives red, sandpaper-like facial rash dry, scaly, itchy skin (mostly on face) swelling in hands and feet puffy eyelids dark circles under eye slip swelling tongue soreness and cracks sneezing runny nose stuffy nose wheezing watery eyes rattling chest persistent cough congestion bronchitis recurring ear infections burnlike rash around anus […]
Choosing Formula
Be sure to choose a DHA-enriched formula. Most, if not all of the US formula companies will offer AA/DHA-enriched formulas. For information about the brain-building benefits of DHA, try Dr. Sears’ Go Fish DHA soft gels. When it comes to infant formula, parents need to know a few simple facts: There are some subtle differences […]
When You Need More Water to Drink
You need to drink more water if: You’re exercising. Pre-hydrate yourself by drinking at least two glasses (16 ounces) of water an hour or so before you work out. As you work up a sweat, take frequent sips of water, as dehydration makes muscles tire more easily. After exercising, top off with two more glasses […]
Water as a “Health Food”
Water, the original health drink, is underrated and overshadowed by commercial substitutes. Consider these health uses of plain water. Drown the cold. You’ve heard the expression “Starve a fever, feed a cold!” This bit of medical folklore is only half true. It’s best to “drown” the fever and the cold with water. Fever makes you […]
12 Frequently Asked Questions About the Vegetarian Diet
Vegetarian Diet FAQs 1. What does a “vegetarian diet” mean? The term “vegetarian” is really a misnomer, since vegetarians eat more than just vegetables. Vegetarian simply means a plant-based diet. There are several kinds of vegetarian diets, defined by what types of foods are consumed. A strict vegetarian, a vegan, avoids all foods of animal […]
Ranking Oils: From Best to Worst
The goal of a “right fat” diet is to eat the right amount of the right kinds of oil. We have used these criteria for evaluating the various types of oil: the percentage of essential fatty acids in the oil the percentage of unsaturated versus saturated fats (i.e., how heart-healthy the oil is) the effect […]
How Can I Tell if My Children or I are Low in Iron or Anemic?
If you suspect anemia, look for these signs: Paleness (especially noticeable in the face and earlobes of infants and children; in the palms and nail beds of adults) Weakness Fatigue Shortness of breath Irritability Difficulty concentrating Increased susceptibility to infections Intolerance of cold temperatures Constipation Brittle, flat, thin fingernails
8 Ways to Prevent Anemia
Iron deficiency can cause anemia, a shortage of hemoglobin in the blood. This can lead to weakness, fatigue, a pale face and earlobes, and brittle, spoon-shaped nails. There are other causes of anemia besides nutritional deficiencies, including massive or chronic blood loss. The best way to tell if you have enough iron in your body […]
Top Ten Fruits
How you rank fruit depends upon the reason you’re eating the fruit and your individual tastes. The four most valuable nutrients in fruits are fiber, vitamin C, carotenoids (e.g. beta carotene), and phytonutrients (health-building substances). Here are our rankings – an overall “Top Ten Fruits” list and our top choices for fiber and vitamin C. […]
31 Favorite Fruits and the Nutrients They Contain
31 Favorite Fruits and the Nutrients Let’s face it, our food preferences are based on taste, not nutrition, which is why fruit is such a great food. Fruit tastes sweet and interesting. They have an agreeable texture, crunchy like apples, smooth like a peach, and juicy like an orange. And most fruits are surprisingly nutritious. […]
10 Health Benefits of Fiber
Understanding the many benefits of fiber for the body Fiber is found in foods that come from plants (ie. fruits, vegetables, and grains. The body cannot digest fiber, but it plays an important role in one’s overall health. There are two types of fiber, insoluble and soluble. Insoluble fiber holds water like a sponge, and […]