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September is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Month, an important time to raise awareness about FASD prevention and celebrate the strengths, skills and achievements of those living with FASD. You knew about it one in 20 school-aged children in the United States (or 5%) may have FASD? FASD refer to a range of disorders caused by alcohol exposure during pregnancy that involve physical, cognitive or behavioral problems in the affected individuals. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is the most severe manifestation of FASD, characterized by distinct facial features, developmental deficits, and central nervous system problems. People with FAS may have…
Don’t let gut issues ruin your vacation. Try these 14 travel nutrition tactics and arrive energized and refreshed – recommended by a nutritionist The last thing you want on vacation is an uncomfortable tummy. “Gastrointestinal problems can be caused by a number of reasons, including food poisoning, contaminated water and poor hygiene,” says Rob Hobson, registered nutritionist at wellbeing company Healthspan. “Typical symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea and weakness. If you want to maintain a healthy gut while traveling, it helps to prepare and plan before you go on vacation.’ Common reasons why things go wrong “There…
Recent research sheds light on a troubling trend: certain chemicals found in everyday personal care products may be linked to early puberty in children, especially girls. These chemicals, including phthalates, parabens and phenols, are known as endocrine disruptors. They interfere with the body’s natural hormone systems, which could potentially cause early physical growth. In a recent NBC News article, researchers revealed that children exposed to higher levels of these chemicals face a greater risk of precocious puberty, leading to potential long-term health complications. It is also important to mention phenoxyethanola preservative used in many “clean” products, contains phenols. At Sally…
As parents, we want the best for our children — to be happy, have strong and positive relationships, and be successful in life. If we can instill respect in our tiny humans, we can give them the skills to develop and demonstrate empathy, engage with the world through a compassionate lens, and ultimately experience strong and mutually positive relationships.1 Raising children with respect is one of the most important things we will do as parents, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. In fact, there are certain things we need to learn avoid do if we do not want our children…
Do you have chronic and bothersome low-grade symptoms that keep you from feeling better? Bile deficiency syndrome results in slow drainage of toxins from your liver along with chronic digestive problems and many other unpleasant health symptoms. Signs of poor bile flow The most common signs of biliary insufficiency syndrome are: chronic constipation low energy varicose veins skin problems light-colored stools itch persistent gut issues (SIBO, bloating, food sensitivities, etc.) frequent nausea blood pressure issues difficulty digesting fats pain under the right side of the chest chronic fatigue weight gain This is usually when someone will show up at the…
Back hyperextension is probably the most common problem a trainer will see where the athlete either thinks they are lifting the weight correctly or does nothing to correct what they know is a problem. The main lifts where this can be problematic are the bench press and deadlift. Note the immediate common thread in that each of these movements is compressive to the lower spine. That said, in everyone’s case, different things are the problem when an overstretch is evident. Fortunately, there are simple ways to make sure you don’t fall victim to what might be called the “carbon monoxide”…
Preschool teachers have different views on finger counting. Some teachers consider the use of finger counting in children to mean that they are struggling with math, while others associate its use with advanced numeracy. In a new Child Development Study, researchers at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland and Lea.fr, Editions Nathan in Paris, France, investigated whether a finger counting strategy can help kindergarten children solve number problems. Adults rarely use their fingers to calculate a small sum (eg, 3+2), as such behaviors could be attributed to pathological math difficulties or cognitive impairments. However, young children between the ages of…
In the movie Inside Out 213-year-old Riley, who recently entered puberty, has a panic attack during a hockey game timeout. The anxiety (the emotion responsible for the panic attack) becomes completely frenzied and Riley feels like he’s losing control. After a while, the anxiety subsides and Riley’s panic attack subsides. The film does a great job of conveying the experience of a panic attack. But panic attacks (and anxiety) aren’t just for teenagers – younger children can have them too. Knowing what to look for and how to respond to anxiety or panic is important to help you and your…
September 10, 2024 was World Suicide Prevention Day. According to the World Health Organization, “Every year 726,000 people kill themselves and there are many more people who attempt suicide.” When I was five, my middle-aged father overdosed on sleeping pills after becoming increasingly depressed because he couldn’t support his family doing the work he loved. Fortunately, he survived, but our lives were never the same. I grew up wondering what happened to my father, when it would happen to me, and what I could do to prevent it from happening to other families. Although women, like men, can kill themselves,…
Taking care of your skin isn’t just about what you put on it, it’s also about what you consume. The foods you choose have a direct impact on the health and appearance of your skin. If you want bright, glowing and vibrant skin, it is essential to pay attention to your diet. Nutrients we get from food can complement the effects of facial treatments, optimizing results and improving your skin’s long-term health. The body needs a balanced intake of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to maintain healthy, glowing skin. Special nutrients such as vitamin C, E and omega-3 fatty acids play…