As sleep is getting more attention as a key building block of health, parents are wondering just how important sleep is for the children. With today's hectic schedules, getting the kids in bed on time may feel impossible. Here are a few reasons to prioritize your child's sleep and how to help them get the best sleep possible. Importance of Sleep for Children Research tells us … [Read more...]
A Beginner’s Guide for a Gluten-Free Diet
For those who have recently been diagnosed with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS), you may be wondering how to begin. It can be overwhelming. Many people think they'll have to give up their favorite foods, miss out on parties and events, and never eat cake again. But the truth is, you can still do all of these things–just a little differently. And in … [Read more...]
Back-to-School Immune Tips More Parents Should Know About
Preschool-aged children average 6 to 10 upper respiratory infections per year, with 10 to 15 percent of school-aged kids clocking 12 or more.¹ That's basically one illness a month for the school year. Keep your children's wellness on track As a naturopathic doctor, I tell parents every day that frequent illness during childhood is normal. Every cold, every sniffle, every … [Read more...]
Foods to Make Your Healthiest Year Ever
Most people do not make the very important connection between eating healthy food and being your healthiest. Everyone understands that the body turns the food we eat into energy. However, the body does this so effortlessly that we take for granted what our body is doing and how important what we eat is for our health. It is not until we get sick or get diagnosed with a … [Read more...]
Diet Discipline 101: Keeping Track of What You Eat
Keeping track of what you eat is important. Too much of everything is bad, and a little would be the same. Knowing the right kind of food that fits your body’s nutritional requirements is a must. This keeps your body healthy and lessens your chances of getting sick. What is a Balanced Diet? A balanced diet is eating the right portions of food with different nutrients. Eating … [Read more...]