‘Tis the season for social eating! All that food and fun can sabotage your best intentions. Want to enjoy the holidays but still stay on track? The good news is you can, and all it takes is a little preplanning. In fact, planning ahead is probably the most important strategy Read more…
Autism and ADHD have both been on the rise in the U.S. over the last 30 years. The current approaches to modify behavior have NOT eliminated this epidemic among our kids. We need to seek out and address the main cause for these learning disabilities. This video sheds light on Read more…
Homemade tomato soup is one of those comfort foods that we love in our home. Making a fresh vegan tomato basil soup is actually much easier than you might think! Then pair it with a wonderful grilled cheese sandwich, and your kids will love you. 🙂
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I’m always on the lookout for some tasty, healthy breakfast recipes for my kids. These Wheat Bran Blueberry Muffins did not last long in our house this morning!
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How To Solve Weight Issues in Children In 2006, 3.3% of children and teens were underweight.[1] Though this number was on the downward trend, another troubling statistic was on the rise and continues to grow. One in three American children and teens are currently overweight or obese. This means that Read more…
How To Shop And Eat Healthy Eating healthy balanced meals has the single greatest impact on our long-term health. A healthy diet, though, has also become one of the hardest things to attain and maintain in our culture today. Only 2% of the American population consumes a healthy balanced diet Read more…
Alfalfa is more than just a food for cattle. Indeed, the health benefits of alfalfa have been used around the world for almost 1500 years. It has long been used as an herbal remedy for numerous ailments and illnesses.
We personally use an organic alfalfa formulation that has been around for over 50 years. It is made with a little bit of spearmint, which gives it a yummy taste when crushed or made into a tea. [view Alfalfa product page]
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While a candida cleanse and gut bacteria reset can be beneficial for everyone, it can be a daunting endeavor. It is not for the faint of heart. Most folks won’t even attempt this unless there is a strong felt need.
The typical American diet and overuse of prescription antibiotics create a breeding ground for candida albicans. It’s not hard to discover if your teenager might have this issue going (more…)
I totally understand why parents would want to turn to antibiotics for acne. There are a lot of things to like about prescription antibiotics. They tend to work quickly. They tend to be pretty complete. Your health care plan covers the cost. Your teen is happy for a quick Read more…
We are big fans of chocolate and oats in our house. This recipe for quick, easy No-Bake Chocolate Oat Cookies is wonderful for a quick after-school snack or even a high-fiber treat in the lunch box. This recipe is also easy for kids to make on their own, without much adult supervision. A big “Win” all the way around! (more…)