Did you know that children who are exposed to secondhand smoke are steadily taking in nicotine and other chemicals into their bodies just like smokers? Also, consider the fact that no amount of secondhand smoke is considered safe! The smoke…

Almost all of us wish for a bright, flawless, healthy and radiant skin. However, it remains a dream for many due to unhealthy diets and lifestyles, overexposure to sun, polluted environment, stress, medical issues and continuous use of chemical cosmetics.…

Getting sick may be part and parcel of growing up, but it does not mean that parents have to completely surrender to these circumstances. There are always ways to boost a child’s immunity levels so that they’re better able to…

Eye care for children should not be taken for granted as it is a critical part of their development. A healthy eyesight will help children receive 80% of their information from their surroundings and also determines how a child copes…

As parents, it’s only natural to be concerned about your growing child’s nutritional intake. After all, it’s every parent’s desire to meet with their child’s dietary needs and then some. It may be smooth sailing for a rare few whose…

Fatty acids Q: Why are fatty acids important for the well being of growing children? A: Dietary fats in general are calorie-dense macronutrients. They play an important role in absorption and metabolism of some nutrients, particularly fat-soluble vitamins, and help…

Maintaining a healthy body is no longer an easy task today. In addition to the increasing levels of stress, we have a variety of fast, easy and unhealthy food options that are not just nutrient deficient, but also high in…

Taking good care of their bodies is a boring concept for kids. Hence, as parents, it’s crucial that the right approaches are taken to instill some beneficial habits in their children that will hopefully last a lifetime. Oral care is…

Only since 2003 have krill omega-3 phospholipids found their way from the icy cold waters of the Southern Ocean onto the shelves as a dietary supplement. They are made by Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba), a small shrimp-like crustacean with big…

There isn’t a parent alive who didn’t wish that their child will be safe all the time and free from accidents and injury. As much as you try to keep them for happening, and despite paying attention to what your…