Health

R-Rated Movies Harmful to Kids

Posted March 17, 2010 - 09:31 by Fred Lee

Health, Entertainment

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Movies have more influence on our kids than we realize, and may encourage unhealthy lifestyle habits that include smoking and drinking.

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Sleepy Teens May Have Biological Excuse

Posted March 16, 2010 - 06:34 by Fred Lee

Home Life, Health

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Lack of sleep can adversely affect the lives of teenagers, and may in fact have a biological basis.

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Brown Recluse Spider Bites Linked to Anemia in Kids

Posted March 16, 2010 - 06:20 by Fred Lee

Safety, Home Life, Health, Diseases & Disorders

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According to new research, spider bites may be behind certain mysterious cases of anemia in children.

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Sleepy Teens? Light Deficiency May Be the Cause

Posted March 15, 2010 - 05:05 by Fred Lee

Health

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Exposure, or lack thereof, to certain kinds of natural light may affect the sleep patterns of teenagers.

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Hand Washing: A Great First Defense

Posted March 11, 2010 - 06:47 by Deeanna Franklin Campbell

Health

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Good hand washing is an overlooked but critical step in staying healthy. Most adults don't give it much thought until you have to teach it to a child. Here's a refresher course on hand washing, and a tip on giving your hands the spa treatment.

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Save a Tooth

Posted March 10, 2010 - 06:45 by Deeanna Franklin Campbell

Health

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When your little one loses a tooth unexpectedly it's best to have game plan. Here's some advice from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists on how to save a tooth.

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Book Review: How to Feed a Teenage Boy

Posted March 8, 2010 - 08:27 by Lain Ehmann

Nutrition

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Got a bottomless pit at your house? This guide will show you the ins and outs of keeping your teenage boy's fire stoked.

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Homemade Gluten-Free Oreo Cookies; Seriously, Delicious!

Posted March 4, 2010 - 07:53 by Sonja Stewart

Health, Allergies

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Thanks to this recipe, if your kids are gluten intolerant, they can have their Oreos and eat them, too. (And you won't have to worry about dietary repercussions later.) Invite your kids to pull up a chair and have fun helping and more fun eating!

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FDA Approves Prevnar, New and Improved with a 30% Price Increase

Posted March 4, 2010 - 07:30 by Lela Davidson

Vaccines, New Parents

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The latest FDA approval for Pfizer's infection immunization comes with a hearty price increase. Is this wonder drug better for the health of your family, or your stock portfolio?

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Warning: Dangerous Foods Ahead

Posted March 3, 2010 - 08:18 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Culture, Nutrition, Allergies

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Scour your pantry and empty the fridge: Time Magazine has put out a list of the ten most dangerous foods. Chances are, you won't find many of these lurking on your kitchen shelves. But don't worry: this mama has got you covered.

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Choking Hazards and the Search for a Redesigned Hot Dog

Posted March 3, 2010 - 08:04 by Fred Lee

Safety, Health

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Hot dogs and finger-friendly candies may be a child's favorite foods, but they can pose significant choking risks that should not be ignored by parents.

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Bringing Back Breakfast: 5 Quick Weekday Breakfasts for Busy Families

Posted March 3, 2010 - 07:56 by Lela Davidson

Nutrition

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Getting a healthy breakfast on the table is as easy as following this simple weekday schedule.

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New Non-Toxic Treatment for Head Lice

Posted March 2, 2010 - 08:02 by Fred Lee

Health

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A new compound to treat head lice is not only effective, but non-toxic, as well.

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Title IX and Its Positive Legacy

Posted February 26, 2010 - 14:39 by Fred Lee

Education, Health

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The Title IX Education Amendment has done more for girls than simply increase their participation in sports, it has had a positive impact on the lives of women.

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Oscar Nominee Food Inc. Is Food for Thought

Posted February 26, 2010 - 14:33 by Lela Davidson

Entertainment, Nutrition

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Curious where that convenient boneless chicken breast meat came from? You might not like the answer. Oscar nominee for Best Documentary, Food, Inc., provides a thought provoking overview of the United States food industry.

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Flat Head Syndrome May Affect Baby’s Development

Posted February 26, 2010 - 03:00 by Fred Lee

Health

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In young babies, flat head syndrome may be linked to developmental issues.

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Do Forward-Facing Strollers Delay Language?

Posted February 25, 2010 - 08:11 by Deeanna Franklin Campbell

Health

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Going for walk? The type of stroller you use may actually have an help or hinder your toddler's language development. One U.K. study compared face-to-face strollers to the much more common forward-facing strollers

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Are Your Child’s Food Allergies Real, Or Misdiagnosed?

Posted February 25, 2010 - 08:06 by Fred Lee

Health, Allergies

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It turns out that some allergies identified in children may in fact be the result of an incorrect diagnosis.

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Product Placement In Movies Influences Children

Posted February 23, 2010 - 13:09 by Fred Lee

Health, Entertainment, Nutrition

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Product placement in movies has more of an influence on our children's health than many of us realize.

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Effective Treatment For Peanut Allergies In Children

Posted February 23, 2010 - 12:56 by Fred Lee

Health, Nutrition, Allergies

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Steady and controlled consumption of peanuts has led to some children overcoming their peanut allergies - but don't try this at home

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