By Laura Newton
An ancient species of tree, ginkgo has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years to address cognitive decline and breathing issues, as well as kidney and bladder problems. Today, in addition to these problems, people take ginkgo extract for anxiety, allergies, dementia, eye problems, artery health, and tinnitus. Here are 10 things … Continued
In the year 2017 BK (Before Kids), I often chatted with friends, exhausted from being up late with their little ones the night before. They frequently used the word “overtired” when citing the reason for their children’s sleep struggles. Overtired? What does that even mean? The solution, I thought, is easy: shut your eyes and … Continued
Children have a natural curiosity. They’re built to learn. So, even during challenging—pandemic—times, we can help them create the right conditions for, and remove obvious obstacles from, getting the most out of their innate need to learn. We can help instill in our children a sense of confidence and satisfaction through a combination of psychological, … Continued
Sadly, we have a new(ish) word in our medical lexicon: diabesity. It refers to the combined adverse effects of obesity and type 2 diabetes. And even sadder: kids are not exempt. The good news is that both obesity and type 2 diabetes are very responsive to simple diet and lifestyle modifications. Take heart in the … Continued
Exercise—it’s not just for adults! Regular physical activity offers a world of benefits for children, but three out of five Canadian kids and teens don’t get enough exercise. Become a fitness role model and inspire your entire family to get their sweat on. Strong kids, stronger future: Why exercise matters Regular physical activity supports your … Continued