Asthma, chronic inflammatory disease of the lungs and airways, is the leading cause of chronic illness in children, affecting nearly 12-percent of all American children. The breathing condition is caused when the bronchial tubes develop sticky secretions along the tubes, causing classic asthmatic reactions when the airways become inflamed or restricted when coated in mucus. Asthma […]
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It doesn’t matter if you’re 35, 68, 15, or 3-years old, meditation is a valuable tool that can help you find peace and balance. For children, this is extremely important, especially in this day and age where children are pressured to grow up so quickly. It’s been proven that an increasing number of children are […]
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A plate full of veggies may look enticing to most grown-ups, but the colorful array of raw vegetable may not be enough to encourage your little veggie monster. People who eat fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet have a reduced risk of some chronic disease. It’s not surprising because veggies are packed […]
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Nothing is more refreshing and exciting than playing by the water when the hot days of summer are upon us. Whether you’re spending the day in the pool or lounging at the beach, be cautious whenever you’ll be out in the sun for very long. Harmful ultraviolet radiation (UVR), which causes sunburns can put a damper […]
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Kids are like black holes—they suck up food, especially snacks, like a high-performance Dyson vacuum. Plus, they’re growing at an amazing rate so it’s important to supply their bodies and minds with powerhouse snacks. To make the grade, snacks need to provide nutrition and building blocks for growth and development —not just empty calories. Optimal […]
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