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Microplastic Overload REDUCING CHILDHOOD EXPOSURE
Microplastic Overload: Reducing Childhood Exposure

Apr 28, 2023 06:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids.

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KID-APPROVED AUTISM DIETS
Kid-Approved Autism Diets: Strategies to Optimize Nutrition and Acceptance

Mar 31, 2023 06:30AM ● By Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD

For parents of children with autism, learning to manage this condition requires a multidimensional approach, including consideration of food and nutrition.

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Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children ~ Sidebar

Feb 27, 2023 07:35AM

Great health depends on the ability to breathe efficiently, and the importance of this starts at birth.

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Give Your Child a Lifetime of Health

Feb 27, 2023 07:35AM ● By Kristen Fischer, DDS

With an increase in the number of children experiencing health problems related to breathing and sleep issues, it begs the question, why is this happening and what can we do about it?

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Better Sleep for Kids
Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children

Feb 27, 2023 07:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato and Kirby Baldwin

Between 15 and 25 percent of kids have trouble falling and staying asleep. Common causes include stress, increased screen time, and less physical activity.

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Heart-Healthy Kids: Setting a Course for Cardiovascular Wellness

Jan 31, 2023 07:30AM ● By Ana-Maria Temple, M.D

Heart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity; their middle-aged selves will be thankful.

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Two children with impaired mouth syndrome
Health in a Smile: A Holistic Solution to Impaired Mouth Syndrome in Children

Dec 30, 2022 07:30AM ● By Brooke Goode

Impaired Mouth Syndrome (IMS) is a wide-ranging set of medical, dental and mood problems in children, but parents can take steps to nurture healthy dental/facial development.

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Feeding the Gut: The Relationship Between 2’-FL and Bifidobacteria

Nov 30, 2022 07:35AM ● By Keri Barron

Babies are born with a very underdeveloped gut microbiome, but the human milk oligosaccharides in breast milk, including 2’-FL, help promote the development of a rich gut microbiome.

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The Best Gift of All: Teaching Children the Spirit of Giving

Nov 30, 2022 07:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed

Whether through donating material things, sharing time or freely conveying love and kindness, here are ways to teach kids the value of generosity.

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The Colors of Healing: Art Therapy for Kids

Oct 31, 2022 06:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Art therapy can help a child express what is beyond spoken language: unprocessed trauma, emotional and physical pain or the multilevel challenges of autism spectrum disorder.

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