When it comes to allergens, many people may expect that rural areas, where the air is laden with various pollens and other irritants, are more detrimental to allergy-sufferers than urban locales.
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Autistic speech development boosted by earlier exposure, study finds
Parents and caretakers of young children diagnosed with autism are undoubtedly aware that the syndrome can make communication incredibly challenging.
Curcumin and fish oil may promote walking post spinal injury
Fish oil, while often promoted as a means to boost brain health, is also used to supplement the treatment of a wide range of medical conditions.
Food allergies in small children may be more serious than predicted.
Currently, the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network reports that roughly 8 percent of children in the country suffer from food allergies.
Arthritis sufferers may find comfort in curcumin, studies show
The health benefits of curcumin, a compound found in the tumeric spice often used in South Asian curries, have been touted for centuries in various parts of the world.
Celebrating Life: National Down Syndrome Day
April 11, 1996, a beautiful baby girl was welcomed into the world and a day that changed the course of my family’s lives forever. Already having three beautiful and healthy children, my mother often wondered what it would be like… Read More
A Tale of Two Fats: The Good and the Bad
The Lemonade Diet, HollywoodDiet, Low Fat Diet, 3-Day Diet, The Chicken Soup Diet – we have heard it all, and each one promises the key to a happier, healthier body. The problem is there is a reason these so-called diets… Read More
Vitamin D Necessary for Optimum Health
I have memories of running around the beach as a child and if not under the umbrella, I was forced to wear the funny colored zinc-oxide on my lips, under my eyes; t-shirt (long sleeves would have been preferable, but… Read More
New Dosage Recommendations for Patients with Down Syndrome
Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)/Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) Directions for Use The Trisomy 21 Research Foundation recommends that infants, children, and adults with Down syndrome consume essential fatty acids. However, if the individual consumes fish or eggs fortified with… Read More