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Tag Archives: kids
Back To School = Sick Kids
This post is for this month’s green mom’s carnival hosted by Micaela Preston of Mindful Momma The topic is Back To School. It’s our 5th annual!! Wow! Ever notice that when the kids get back to school they start to … Continue reading
That White Sugar Is Just Terrible.
Look at how much sugar consumption has grown. I wonder if this has anything to do with our well being? 1900 – 10 lbs per capita 1985 – 124 lbs 2000 – 160 lbs What happens to our immune systems … Continue reading
I Am Participating In First Friday’s Go Green Event :: Downtown Bloomington
Science Daily posted an article about published findings sharing that dryer air vented from our homes using mainstream scented liquid laundry and dryer sheets contain hazardous chemicals two of which are carcinogenic. The article interestingly commented on how emissions from smoke … Continue reading
The Morning Of A Typical ADD Child
There are many substances around us which can affect a person’s behavior and ability to focus and learn. Some affects are believed to be transient and some are known to be permanent. Obvious examples of substances include: heavy metals such as … Continue reading
Posted in Green
Tagged ADD, behavior, best of mother earth, chemicals, environment, Food Additives, Food Preservatives, Green Advocacy, green cleaning, high quality supplements, karen hanrahan, kids, Learning Challenges, non-toxic cleaning products, petroleum derived products, Photography
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What Is In That Purple Drippy Stuff?
You’ve just had a baby. You go through the series of obligatory pediatrician visits and at some point you are given the typical purple drippy stuff also known as liquid baby vitamins. My babies are grown, but I remember thinking to … Continue reading
Nutrients And Optimal Learning
Each September I like to remind parents of specific nutrients that support Natural Approaches for Optimal Learning and Behavior. These nutrients benefit all children, however those of special need benefit even more Blogger’s Note: I have worked with families of … Continue reading
Posted in Nutrition, Parenting
Tagged ADD, ADHD, best of mother earth, dr doris rapp, Green Advocacy, high quality supplements, karen hanrahan, kids, LD, Learning Challenges, Optimal Learning
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McDonalds Hamburger Turns Fourteen
Below is the 1996 McDonald’s Hamburger Post I shared 2 years ago that became an internet sensation. For those who want to follow what has happened since visit the Burger Page ~~~~~~~~ I teach a workshop titled Healthy Choices for Children. … Continue reading
Does Your Child Have Nutritional Deficiencies?
Who do you know who’s child is sick all the time? Should your child experience any of the symptoms listed below please consider that there may be an underlying nutrient deficiency Many of these concerns are discussed in books written by devoted Pediatric … Continue reading
Posted in Nutrition, Parenting
Tagged allergies, Bedwetting, best of mother earth, Chronic winter coughs, constipation, cramps, Dark circles under the eyes, diarrhea, Excessive sweating, Fatigue, Headaches, high quality supplements, Hyperactivity, Irritability, karen hanrahan, kids, kids health, Leg and muscle, Mouth breathing, nose bleeds, nutritional deficiencies, pediatric allergist dr doris rapp, Persistent colds, Picky eater, Poor attention span, poor school performance, Puffiness in the face, Reoccurring ear infection, Spots on the tongue, Stomach aches, Stuffy nose, Twitchiness, Wheezing
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Tricks To Help Kids Eat Vegetables
My lovely teenage daughter said she didn’t really appreciate the fresh parsley in the cous-cous I made. While my daughter has come far in the picky eating category, I found myself resorting to an old parent tactic that worked when she … Continue reading
Posted in Nutrition, Parenting, Recipes
Tagged best of mother earth, creative parenting, help, high quality supplements, karen hanrahan, kids, Nutrition, picky eaters, tricks, vegetables
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Please Help Pediatric Allergist Dr. Doris Rapp
Perhaps you recall that I am going to be featured in Pediatric Allergist Dr.Doris Rapp’s newest book. I admire her work tremendously. Dr. Rapp has had a profound health impact on thousands of children who suffer from allergies, and yet … Continue reading
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