Article at a Glance • Claims of a link between vaccines and autism are not supported by research. Additionally, a recent report shows that much of the data in the original supporting study was falsified. • Vaccines have been so successful that parents often no longer see or understand the seriousness of the diseases they … Continue reading “Life Before Vaccines”
Article at a Glance • Utahans have a higher than average rate of skin cancer, including melanoma. • One bad sunburn can double your chances of developing skin cancer. • One in five people will develop skin cancer during their lifetimes. • Whether you get a tan or sunburn, you are increasing the odds that … Continue reading “The Sun is Not Your Friend: What You Need to Know About Skin Cancer”
Article at a Glance • Children and teenagers should get a sports physical before starting a new sport or beginning a new competitive season, usually once each year. • Sports physicals help identify children who are at risk for injury, illness, or sudden death while playing sports. • The physical involves going over the child’s … Continue reading “The Importance of Sports Physicals”
Article at a Glance• For pregnant women, low-carb diets can actually increase their baby’s risk of obesity.• A recent study gives us important insights into the factors that are contributing to childhood obesity.• While pregnant, make sure to eat plenty of whole grain breads and brown rice. We have known for years that a pregnant … Continue reading “Could Your Low-Carb Diet Make Your Baby Obese?”
Article at a Glance • Herbal supplements and teas are not regulated the same way drugs are and can sometimes contain ingredients that may be harmful to your baby. • Hyland’s Teething Tablets were recently recalled for using inconsistent amounts of belladonna—a substance that can be very harmful in large doses. • There are some … Continue reading “Herbal Supplements: “Natural” is Not Always Safer”
An easy recipe that puts a sweet and healthy spin on chips and salsa. The perfect snack for a hot day! Ingredients: • Bag of frozen mixed fruit • Honey, coconut or grated ginger • Whole wheat pita chips or whole wheat tortillas • Cinnamon Microwave bag of frozen fruit for two minutes at 30% … Continue reading “Tooty Fruity Snack a Rooty Salsa”
Article at a Glance• New federal safety standards ban the manufacture or sale of drop-side cribs; require a higher standard for hardware, mattress supports, and crib slats; and demand more rigorous safety testing.• To find out if your crib meets the new guidelines, check to see if the tags include the code “16 CFR 1219” … Continue reading “New Crib Standards Go Into Effect This Month”
Article at a Glance• Breastfeeding protects your baby against a range of health problems.• Breastfeeding also has health benefits for you.• There are numerous resources available to help you be successful at breastfeeding. Did you know that breast milk is not only the best source of nutrition for your baby, but it also helps protect … Continue reading “Making the Decision to Breastfeed”
Article at a Glance• Starting formula-fed babies on solid foods before 4 months can increase their risk for obesity.• Breastfeeding decreases your baby’s risk for obesity. With childhood obesity becoming an increasing concern, many researchers are working to find out what factors contribute to the problem. A recent study by researchers at Children’s Hospital Boston … Continue reading “Study Links Early Introduction of Solid Foods to Obesity”
Article at a Glance • Save money on fresh produce by buying it in season or from a local farm. • You can find good bargains by buying generic brands or taking the time to clip coupons. • Cutting back on meat, sugary beverages, and portion sizes is not only healthy, but will also save … Continue reading “Being Healthy on the Cheap”
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