The Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, usually translated as “forest bathing,” has received a lot of attention in recent years. Studies have found that immersing yourself completely in nature with the help of a trained guide can have significant health benefits, including lower blood pressure, improved immunity, and better mental health.Read
Childhood obesity has long been understood as a cause of or contributor to a host of other conditions, including many that used to be considered “adult” problems, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. And its mental toll can also be as damaging as the physicalRead
“Sedentariness should be recognized as one of the 21st-century independent causes of excess insulin, fat obesity, high lipid levels, inflammation, and arterial stiffness,” says Andrew Agbaje, MD, PhD, associate professor of clinical epidemiology and child health at the University of Eastern Finland. In collaboration with the Universities of Bristol andRead
Check out any forum for expectant mothers online, and you’re apt to find a lot of misinformation about breastfeeding—specifically whether or not engaging in high-intensity exercise while breastfeeding is a good idea. Myths on the subject about, including the hoary old idea that exercise can sour breast milk or causeRead
Acetaminophen, sold over-the-counter as Tylenol and other brand names, is generally regarded as a safe and effective pain reliever when used as directed. But a growing body of evidence is calling into question its use during pregnancy. Studies have linked the use of the drug by expectant mothers to poorerRead
The gut microbiota develops and matures during the first few years of life. Research suggests changes in the early microbiota may affect a child’s later physical and mental health and wellness. Supporting gut health during this important window of time can provide youngsters with a healthy start in life. StagesRead
Over the past few decades, concern has been steadily increasing over the prevalence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in our environment and their effects on human health. Used in everyday products such as plastics, personal care items, and pesticides, common endocrine-disrupting chemicals include persistent organic pollutants (POPs), perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs), polychlorinatedRead
In a study published in The Lancet Regional Health Europe, Swedish researchers found that preterm infants who received fatty acid supplementation had better vision by age two and a half.
Infants and young children have developing immune systems with different innate and adaptive immune responses compared to older children and adults. This may explain why young children are more vulnerable to seasonal immune challenges. Several nutrition and lifestyle strategies can benefit their immune system’s development, function, and recovery. DOWNLOADRead
As children return to school, sports, and indoor activities, immune challenges start to ramp up. While immune support is essential all year, it deserves extra attention during back-to-school season. Healthy diet and lifestyle strategies set the foundation for immune health. Learn practical tips and protocols to help support the immuneRead
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