Infants and toddlers achieve good nutrition with healthful feeding plan
If you are a parent of an infant or toddler, you may wonder if you are giving your child the best nutrition possible. You hear about food allergies, sensitivities and … Continue reading
Food allergies on the rise
More than 12 million Americans suffer from food allergies. Young children make up the highest percentage by age, with about one in 17 children under the age of 3 (5.6% … Continue reading
Were mercury tests on high fructose corn syrup flawed?
The Corn Refiners Association has noted the recent studies identifying mercury in high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) may have been flawed and may provide consumers with misleading information. The mercury levels … Continue reading
High fructose corn syrup may contain mercury
High fructose corn syrup is not as sweet as it may seem, as recent research and new publications have reported this past week. Products containing the sweetener, which I have … Continue reading
Some infant formula found to contain melamine
Another reason to breastfeed… So there is yet another reason to breastfeed infants. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now set the standard for what it considers “trace … Continue reading
Organic foods often a healthier choice over conventional foods
A recent European study has found organic produce to contain up to 40 percent higher antioxidants than conventionally grown produce on adjacent European farms. The study was funded by a … Continue reading
Research finds prenatal cell phone exposure tied to behavior
A recent study (Danish National Birth Cohort study) has found disturbing links between prenatal cell phone exposure and a child’s later behavior. You might want to think twice about how … Continue reading
Plastic safety in question
How safe are the plastics you use to store your food and beverages? What about the plastics your children play with day to day? Recent research is bringing to light … Continue reading
Keep foods and drinks safe when using plastics
The safety of many types of plastics is in question a lot lately. So, is this just another area on the list of products to avoid in our day to … Continue reading
Is caffeine a risk in pregnancy?
Consumption of as little as 200mg of caffeine while pregnant may not be as safe as once thought. Currently, recommendations for pregnancy suggest that most pregnant women may safely consume … Continue reading
