Public Back Ban on Children’s Junk Food Advertising
(NaturalPath) In a survey published by Cancer Research UK, three quarters of the public in the United Kingdom backs a ban on junk food advertising before nine o’clock. Additionally, half of the people surveyed also supported a tax on sugary drinks, helping tackle the rising childhood obesity epidemic. Other results from the survey included, 69 percent […]
The Unseen Implications of Excess Fluoride on Your Health
Dr. Olisa Mak, ND For so many people getting a good night’s sleep is a daily challenge. If you find yourself counting sheep, night after night, you’re not alone. According to a study by Dr. Morin from the University of Laval, 40% of Canadians report having one or more symptoms of insomnia at least three […]
Pesticides As Bad As Cigarettes For Children’s Lungs
(NaturalPath) A recently released study looks at pesticides exposure and lung health in children. Two hundred and seventy-nine children of farmworker families were part of a long-term study to determine the effects of spraying pesticides. The children were followed since birth and had an initial follow-up at six months, as well as several other intervals leading […]
The Link Between Light Exposure and Kids’ Weight
(NaturalPath) A study published in PLOS One and conducted by the Queensland University of Technology’s Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation and the Centre for Children’s Health Research found a link between light exposure and kids’ weight. The researchers studied children, aged three to five years old from six Brisbane childcare centers. Over a period of […]
Exercise Early in Life Promotes a Healthy Brain and Metabolism
(NaturalPath) In a study out of the University of Colorado at Boulder that was published in the Immunology and Cell Biology journal, researchers conducted a study and discovered that exercise early in life would bolster the microbiome and promote a healthy brain and metabolism. According to the study, “Microbes take up residence within human intestines […]
Warning: Asbestos Found in Crayons
At least six brands of popular children’s crayons and fingerprint test kits have been found to contain asbestos. According to an article published online by Asbestos Nation, Amscan Crayons, Disney Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Crayons, Nickelodeon Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Crayons, Saban’s Power Rangers Super Megaforce Crayons, EduScience Delux Forensics Lab Kit and Inside Intelligence Secret […]
Protecting our Children at Back to School Time
Publisher Razi Berry “The Great Aim of Education is not Knowledge but Action”-Herbert Spencer Back to school. For some parents, it is the end. The end of a relaxed schedule. The end of lazy afternoons where your child has a chance to daydream. The end of road trips, the seaside and spending the whole day […]
Three Nutrition Mistakes and Your Child Athlete
Dr. Richard Maurer, ND @DrRichardMaurer Nutritional needs vary little for kids and adults—therefore what works for one, works for the other. But what if it’s not working for the adults. Like the famous Hippocratic adage—Physician heal thyself, we adults could benefit from a review of the dietary needs for our optimal weight, performance and activity. […]
Key to Childhood Chronic Disease Prevention Resides in Daily Lifestyle
Dr. Bianca Garilli, ND @DoctorBianca I’m at that stage of life where the majority of my hours revolve around children – my own kids and those I see as patients in my naturopathic medical practice. Let me paint you a visual picture: kids at home, kids at work, kids as my tired eyes open over […]