MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with '*healthy children'. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:20:05 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3718721&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2010%2F07%2Fchildren-obesity-and-fitness.html School is out for the summer, so your children should be getting more exercise than they did in school, even if the school had a good physical education program, right? Or are your children the type that spend a lot of time in front of the television, sitting and playing games on computers, and other activities that don't require any physical activity?Schools can find ways to put together good elementary PE lesson plans and programs for those who are older, in high school, because they have the resources available to them to do so. Parents need to do the best that they can to find ways to keep their children active during summer months. Why? Childhood obesity is becoming more and more of a concern as so many of the things children do don't require much physical activity, so the same progra... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3718721 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 03:58:00 +0100 3718721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3573968&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2010%2F05%2Fnominate-class-for-special-field-trip.html This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Lunchables. All opinions are 100% mine.School budgets are tightening, many schools will be cutting programs in my own State, and I imagine it's true in many others with the economic challenges being what they are these days. Things like field trips could easily be targets for cutbacks. But "Lunchables Lunch Combinations" isn't going to let that happen for quite a few lucky classrooms...they want you to come over and take part in their Field Trips For All give-away...visit and nominate your favorite classroom. Trips will be given away all over the United States.Here's a video called "Alien Field Trip" that's a lot of fun and will give you just one idea of what kind of trips are being given away:Personally, I nominated a classroom in a scho... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3573968 Tue, 18 May 2010 04:05:00 +0100 3573968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3318685&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fmichelle-obamas-talks-lets-move-on.html Recently the First Lady, Michelle Obama, was on Mike Huckabee to promote her new "Let's Move" initiative. She shared her concern for the future of our children...the percentage of overweight children has increased dramatically...and children are getting diseases that didn't used to occur until much later in life at earlier ages because of bad nutrition practices. Following is part one of the interview on this very important topic, and you should see links to the other parts of the series after you view part 1.Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3318685 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:06:00 +0100 3318685 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3298634&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fshape-of-hot-dogs-to-come.html I saw a headline today that said that a change is coming for hot dogs, among some other foods, because they are a choking risk. How do you feel about this? Personally, I'm far more concerned about what's IN hot dogs than the shape. When my children were growing up, we occasionally ate "regular" hot dogs, but I made an effort to buy organic hot dogs, soy hot dogs, anything but the kind that have meat and meat by-products with lots of chemicals and nitrates. As for choking, of course none of us want our children to choke on anything, I experienced this first hand with my daughter when someone gave her a round candy, and I didn't want to hurt the persons feelings, so let my daughter go ahead and eat the candy. In the car she choked, could not breath, and amazingly I was able to maneuver throu... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3298634 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:49:00 +0100 3298634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3115309&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fmead-johnson-maker-of-enfamil-loses_22.html This is a sponsored guest post written by a Press Release on behalf of PBM Products. Post powered by Sponzai.GORDONSVILLE, VA., December 2 , 2009—PBM Products, LLC, a leading infant formula company that supplies store-brand infant formulas to Walmart, Sam's Club, Target, Kroger, Walgreens, and other retailers, has received a favorable jury verdict and a $13.5 million damages award in its false advertising lawsuit against Mead Johnson & Co., the operating subsidiary of Mead Johnson Nutrition Company (NYSE: MJN) (“Mead Johnson”), the makers of the national-brand Enfamil® LIPIL® Infant Formula. Mead Johnson is 83 percent-owned by Bristol-Myers Squibb.PBM’s lawsuit claimed that Mead Johnson engaged in false and misleading campaigns against PBM’s competing store-brand of infant ... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3115309 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:13:00 +0100 3115309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3111707&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fmead-johnson-maker-of-enfamil-loses.html This is a sponsored guest post written by a Press Release on behalf of PBM Products. Post powered by Sponzai.GORDONSVILLE, VA., December 2 , 2009—PBM Products, LLC, a leading infant formula company that supplies store-brand infant formulas to Walmart, Sam's Club, Target, Kroger, Walgreens, and other retailers, has received a favorable jury verdict and a $13.5 million damages award in its false advertising lawsuit against Mead Johnson & Co., the operating subsidiary of Mead Johnson Nutrition Company (NYSE: MJN) (“Mead Johnson”), the makers of the national-brand Enfamil® LIPIL® Infant Formula. Mead Johnson is 83 percent-owned by Bristol-Myers Squibb.PBM’s lawsuit claimed that Mead Johnson engaged in false and misleading campaigns against PBM’s competing store-brand of infant ... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3111707 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:35:00 +0100 3111707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3004115&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fmake-wish-come-true-for-ill-child.html This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of LeapFish Inc. All opinions are 100% mine.We are concerned about nutrition and how it benefits the health of people of all ages, including children. There is another thing that can bring sunshine into the life of a sick child, and that is bringing happiness into their life...laughter and joy is wonderful medicine. I was presented with the opportunity to share something nice that you can do to help bring sunshine into the life of child.I just did a "tweet" through my "happynutrition" twitter account for LeapFish that says "Just tweeted 2 grant a childs wish! #LeapFish donates to #makeawish foundation for each tweet. http://bit.ly/3Tj8A Please retweet!"Why? It's part of an effort to make a dream come true for a child who is ill. His name is ... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3004115 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:08:00 +0100 3004115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2894787&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fbreast-milk-and-infant-formula-feeding.html My 2 children are adults now, but both were nursed at the breast for about 4-5 months...this was back in the early 1980's. At that time, even when nursing, I used infant formula because I wanted my husband to enjoy the pleasure of feeding our babies, which we did at bedtime as it seemed to help them sleep longer.Everyone who knows me knows I shop sales, store brands, and pinch pennies any way that I can, so it's only natural to use whatever store brand formula was available at that time.The reality is that breast feeding, especially in early months, is one of the best things you can do for your child as it provides them with so many wonderful nutrients naturally produced by the body, and also helps the immune system get a good start. This is something that medical and scientific communitie... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2894787 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:38:00 +0100 2894787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2891025&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fstem-cells-and-breast-cancer.html October is breast cancer awareness month, and I'm pleased to have the opportunity to share with you two organizations that are partnering to move us in the direction proper treatment of this disease. There are few of us if any who do not know someone who has been affected by breast cancer, maybe you are reading this and are dealing with it yourself.Cryo-Cell International, Inc., a company that I have been reading and occasionally writing about over the past year or two, is now partnering with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in an effort to study the possibilities of using menstrual stem cells in the treatment of breast cancer. I never was made aware of how rich menstrual blood is in stem cells until reading information on Cryo-Cell's site, for this "baby boomer" it is too late to h... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2891025 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:00:00 +0100 2891025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2828478&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F09%2Favoiding-need-for-hiv-or-aids-vaccine.html Research is a wonderful thing, and to wake up to news that some progress has been made toward a vaccine for a disease as terrible as AIDS is encouraging, but the results of a study done in Thialand are quite modest. There were about 16,000 participants in the study within an age range of about 18-30, all HIV negative when they started. About 1/2 were given a placebo, and the other half a mixture of vaccines. About 50 in the vaccinated group eventually got HIV while in the placebo group, about 74 got the disease. Is this a dramatic? I'm inclined to say no, but I'm not a scientist and don't know every detail that goes into a study (a lot of money for sure), so cannot judge. My focus is always more toward prevention.STD's (sexually transmitted diseases) are not something I spend a lot of time... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2828478 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:45:00 +0100 2828478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2727456&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fmommy-i-have-series.html Last week I spent quite a bit of time doing something I enjoy...besides, blogging and maintaining a website, and that was working on my "Mommy I Have" series on Squidoo.This is a series that is meant to help you learn more about, or find remedies for, ailments common to children. Now at this typing I'm having a little bit of trouble getting to any of my Squidoo sites, but am sure it's temporary.Here is a list of what you'll find so far, and as others are added, I'll let you know:Mommy, I Have a Tummy AcheMommy, Do I Have ADD or ADHD?Mommy, I Have a SunburnMommy, I Have a Pink EyeMommy, I Have A Runny NoseSite Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2727456 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:41:00 +0100 2727456 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2699913&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fsugar-shortage-may-not-be-so-bad.html According to the media, sugar may be in short supply soon due to supply and demand, and the bad weather that areas where the world supply comes from. This leads to prices going up, and more.While this may be a challenge for those in the food industry who make their money by baking sweet treats, adding sugar to drinks, and more, it may not be such a bad thing for the health of America.While a little sugar now and then is not going to do much harm in my opinion, eating it in the large quantities that many do has numerous harmful affects including:* High's and lows in blood sugar levels cause havoc to the pancreas and organs that do the very hard work of balancing the glucose levels in the blood leading to disease like diabetes, hypoglycemia, and more.* Children who are given lots of sugary t... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2699913 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:30:00 +0100 2699913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2671130&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fback-to-college-time-already.html Yes, it appears that time is here, and may I start right out by telling you that this post was sponsored by Sears, but all the opinions are mine...and I am happy to share them because we shop at Sears all the time..my husband can't resist the tools, and I love the items for the home and kitchen.But what does all of this have to do with heading to the college campus? Well many of you visiting here are probably Moms looking for nutrition tips, recipes, etc., and you have now-grown children who are heading to college for the first time or after enjoying some time with them at home for the summer.This is where Sears.com/campus "CampusReady" information will come in handy. Wow, do I wish I had this available to me when I went to college...you can shop by dorm room...just click on the "Dorm Room... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2671130 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:50:00 +0100 2671130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513485&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F06%2Ffeeding-infants-what-is-best.html If you are a Mom who for one reason or another cannot nurse your precious little newborn, you may want to learn what you can about Comforts for Baby, a formula that contains all the necessary vitamins, minerals and nutrients for the first year of your baby's life.Here are some things that you will find in the formula, and why they are important to the development of your baby:The lipids DHA and ARA are present and necessary for mental and visual developmentThe formula contains the very important nutrient, choline, which occurs naturally in mothers milk and benefits your growing babyOur breast milk contains lactose, so does this formulaMother's milk has many nutrients that help in the development of the immune system, so does Comforts for Baby.To learn more, please visit the Comforts for Ba... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513485 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:48:00 +0100 2513485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2448223&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F06%2Fbreast-feeding-v-formula-and-economy.html Just the other day I was talking to my Mom about how much I miss the days when my now-grown children were babies. I breast-fed each of them, but also supplemented with a bottle of formula per day so that Daddy could have a turn feeding.Gradually over time, the number of "formula feedings" increased until they were off the breast, making for an easy transition for my babies, and for me. I nursed about 4-6 months each. I can't say enough about the health benefits of nursing your newborn. I did a lot of things to save money in those days, including using cloth diapers and hanging them to dry on the line, and I breast fed because it was free food, a wonderful natural way to take off weight gained while pregnant, and it was a beautiful bonding experience. I still remember looking down at those ... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2448223 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:26:00 +0100 2448223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2376908&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fswine-flu-can-you-eat-pork-and-more.html The news is focused in on the Swine Flu and being only one state away from the most affected spot in the US, I've given it a bit of thought, but am not panicking. According to a report today given by the Mayor of New York there are people going to emergency rooms and doctors AFRAID that they have the flu, but none coming in at the time of this typing that have been diagnosed with Swine Flu.Some wonder whether it is okay to eat Pork during this time....yes, it is perfectly safe...as a nutritionist I have other concerns about pork including the fact that it carries parasites and more potential for food poisoning than other meats and needs to be cooked very well, NO pink meat...I've had food poisoning from undercooked pork and it is NOT fun. But Swine Flu is not carried in the meat of Pork.Fo... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2376908 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:21:00 +0100 2376908 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2342066&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fbasis-for-healthy-cookie-recipe.html When I was growing up, and in my pre-teen (tween as they call it now) and teen years, my bedroom was upstairs. At the bottom of the stairs was our family kitchen, and when I reached the bottom of the stairs, straight ahead was the cabinet where the cookies were kept. I was never one to eat much for breakfast before I walked to school, but whenever there were cookies in the cabinet, I'd reach in and grab a few instead. I guess that wouldn't have been too bad if the cookies had been healthy, but somehow I survived :-) and have moved on to healthier things.Here are some ideas for making cookies that you don't have to feel guilty about eating. Avoid using prepared cookie dough in the store. It is loaded with preservatives even if the cookies are sugar free. Who needs preservatives when your h... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2342066 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:15:00 +0100 2342066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2342067&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fsharing-ideas-with-other-parents.html Because there are so many posts in this blog related to keeping children healthy, I know we have quite a few parents that stop by to visit, and wanted you to know about a site I visited today and enjoyed, a site where parents can connect and learn from one another, share ideas, and learn from some of the contributors to the site. Of course, I was drawn to the food section of the site, and when I "clicked" on the link, found "Good Eats of the Week", click the daily tab and there's a yummy recipe for each day, and many healthy, organic recipes...there's also a helpful section on Nutrition.I really enjoyed my time visiting the site, made me wish I was a parent again...sigh, miss those days. Love your kids, it goes so quickly!Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2342067 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:42:00 +0100 2342067 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2302706&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F04%2Finflammation-causing-foods-and.html This article is part of a blog tour for book "The Great Cholesterol Lie".Yesterday the blog tour stopped with Christy Goldfeder who writes a book review of The Great Cholesterol Lie. Tomorrow it will continue with Carrie Huggings who displays a guest post about Myth of Cholesterol.Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2302706 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 03:02:00 +0100 2302706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2302707&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F03%2Ffoods-and-nutrients-that-make-you.html It's been about 28 years since I was enjoying the wonder of my first pregnancy, and yes, ladies, even though your babies do grow up and leave the nest, your memories never do. My husband and I smile and chuckle as we remember the different things we did to naturally avoid getting pregnant, and then to make sure that we conceived naturally...and we didn't have a helpful pregnancy website to help us. We also marvel that it took 3 months exactly to conceive each of our children that were born 2 1/2 years apart. The miracle of life is an experience to treasure.I found some information on foods and nutrients that help with fertility at pregnancy.guru.com, when you go to the site, click on the "Boost Fertility Naturally" link, then watch the video, and enjoy the other links at the site. You'll l... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2302707 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 01:37:00 +0100 2302707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2282022&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F03%2Fwater-important-to-health-conserve-it.html I have shared in other posts in this blog the importance of water for the body. God provided water to sustain life, most know that you can live for a lot longer without food than you can without water. My general guideline for water intake is to drink approximately 1/2 your body weight IN OUNCES of water each day. So, if you weigh 150 lbs, you should drink 75 ounces of water each day...a little over 9 8oz. glasses of water. You can take into consideration the other things you drink, juices, etc., but remember that some things, like teas and coffee that contain caffeine act as diuretics and will push the water out of your body before it has time to assimilate, this is also true of Cranberry juice.Water conservation is important everywhere, but in some areas more than others, thinking now of... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2282022 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:31:00 +0100 2282022 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262153&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F03%2Fsoda-and-your-children.html Here is information from a blog that I used to maintain that's worth keeping, so thought I'd share it with you here.Whether they call it "soda" or "pop" in your part of the country, this article about a recent study on soda and weight management in children applies. Gary Foster, director of the Center for Obesity Research and Education at Temple University and colleagues have just completed a two year study. Five Philadelphia elementary schools replaced sodas with fruit juice. They scaled back snacks and banished candy. They handed out raffle tickets for wise food choices. They spent hours teaching kids, their parents and teachers about good nutrition.The results were phenomenal. The number of students who became overweight during the two-year experiment was a full 50% less than the number... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262153 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 20:17:00 +0100 2262153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218011&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fhealth-video-series-that-has-it-all.html I thought this sounded like something worth looking into, and so thought I'd pass this information along to you. The book and DVD set, really a "bundle" of health related resources, is called the "Complete Maximum Living Package" and is available for a reasonable price for all that you receive. Here's a list of what to expect:Eat, Drink and Be Healthy 8-disc CD setHealthy Country Cooking cookbookMaximum Age Reversal bookTop Ten Foods Never to Eat DVDMaximum Energy Health and Fitness – Volume 1 DVDHealth Strategies DVD seriesImprove your health, guaranteed!Learn the do's and don'ts of weight lossDiscover winning choices for your healthDouble your energy and your outputSimplify the supermarket safariExplore foods that miraculously healFood choices: facts and mythsAnswers to our most freque... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218011 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:43:00 +0100 2218011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218012&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fheart-disease-and-children.html We're in the last few days of the month set aside to focus on heart health...heart disease is not a disease that starts when you're adult, except for hereditary conditions, it's a consequence of habits that can develop in childhood.Today I want to introduce you to a link at a website prepared by americanheart.org just for Kids. It has articles and activities to help children of all ages grow up aware of how to care for themselves, and prevent the kind of heart disease that comes from poor nutrition and health habits. It is broken down by age group, ie. Pre-K, K-2nd grade, 3rd - 5th grade, 6th- 8th grade. What a valuable resource, I encourage you to visit if you are a child, teen, parent or teacher.Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218012 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 06:01:00 +0100 2218012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2195829&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fyou-are-responsible-for-how-your.html There are no more babies, toddlers, "tweens" or teens left in this house, my children are adults now, my son still lives with us so for the most part eats what I make, and my daughter is married, so I can't make her food choices for her anymore.As I look back over the years of feeding them and raising them, in the area of healthy eating, the following thoughts come to mind:I alone was responsible for how my children ate. When I packed their lunches, I chose the foods that went in them. When I handed them money to buy lunch, it was like giving them a pass to chose from whatever foods (or snacks in place of food!) they ate.I did a fairly good job at keeping their diets healthy at home. No, not a perfect job, but when I would compare the things in my shopping cart each week with the other mot... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2195829 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:37:00 +0100 2195829 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2191705&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fis-it-healthy-for-children-to-play.html As you know from posts we have done before, I am concerned about how much time children spend sitting around in the house...it used to be that the only technology that kept them amused in the house was the television, at least that was the case until my own children were about the age of 5, but now we have computers, and computer games that can keep you busy for hours at at time.Since this has become something that children (of all ages!) enjoy, it is best to set some guidelines, like make sure the homework is done first, set time limits, and find safe places for your children to enjoy.One such place is MEGA Brands Kids Zone where they have free online games that you and your children can play, they will always be free. I was just at the site, and it would be great if you as a parent could... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2191705 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:37:00 +0100 2191705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2157383&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fjessica-simpson-looks-fine.html Jessica Simpson has been in the news because recent pictures give her the appearance of looking like she's gained some weight. Excuses are being made such as the type of cloths she has on, or the angle of the picture, or that she's just an average gal who's weight fluctuates.My question is why do excuses have to be made in the first place? Why does this have to be in the news? I admit I'm not one to follow celebrities, and am out of touch with some of the popular youth culture, so I did a search to see what she looked like in other pictures to see what all the fuss was about. I know you're taking a risk doing that, because anything and everything is available for viewing on the internet, a huge pet peeve of mine. Well, lets just say if she were my daughter I'd not be as concerned with how... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2157383 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:57:00 +0100 2157383 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2153346&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fare-your-children-getting-their.html When I was raising my children, I tried to get them to bed by no later than 8 o'clock, that's as long as I had control, which is about until they were teens. Then, well, you know how that goes, one of mine was disciplined and still is as a man; the other had to learn by trial and error, but she's all grown up and married now. Here's an article on the importance of sleep for the health of your children. I hope you enjoy it!A new study published in the November 2007 issue of the journal Pediatrics shows that more sleep for youngsters may lower their risk of obesity significantly. The researchers have found that every additional hour per night a third-grader spends sleeping reduces the child’s chances of being obese in sixth grade by 40 percent. Dr. Julie Lumeng of the University of Michi... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2153346 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:41:00 +0100 2153346 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2151030&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fmore-healthy-breakfast-info-for-teens.html When your teens are in school, they are not under your watchful eye...what are they eating? Are they getting enough of the nutrients they need?Here's another great article with some studies, read and enjoy!---------------------------------------------------Recent research from the Harvard School of Public Health shows that teenagers who get enough of the nutrients commonly found in fruits and fish are more prone to healthy lungs and to have less risk of asthma, coughing and wheezing. The study results were published Monday July 9th, 2007 in the July issue of Chest. Burns and her team of researchers found that teens with the lowest intake of fruit and especially vitamin C had weaker lungs compared to the others. Teens that ate less vitamin E, found in vegetable oil and nuts, were more lik... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2151030 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 05:27:00 +0100 2151030 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2149983&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fsuper-bowl-of-food-for-young-athletes.html Happy Superbowl Sunday! Parents everywhere love the exercise and fitness offered by organized sports, but many wonder about the best way to provide the proper nutrition and fluids for their young athletes. Sports nutrition experts recommend eating from two to three hours before game time. For morning games, that means getting up early enough to eat two hours before game time. For events in the early to mid-afternoon, breakfast and lunch are important. For late-afternoon games add a light afternoon snack and for evening games, all of these meals plus an early light supper is recommended. Oily, greasy fast foods such as burgers, fries, chips, or pizza can take up to three hours to digest so it’s best to choose healthy, nutrient-dense whole foods. You might also include 100% fruit juice o... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2149983 Sun, 01 Feb 2009 05:18:00 +0100 2149983 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2148109&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fprogramming-children-toward-poor-health.html I thought I'd share with you a YouTube that shows how deceptively children are being "programmed" and prepared to be life-long users of drugs and medications.After you view this video, if you aren't taken to a link to view the next one in the series, please click here to go to my YouTube page. Thanks for stopping by!Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2148109 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 05:06:00 +0100 2148109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2142023&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fcelebrating-wholesome-oats.html Last year I discovered that January is National Oatmeal month! My husband LOVES Oatmeal, but we never knew there was a special month set aside to recognize this healthy grain. According to the Quacker Oatmeal website, it is because Oatmeal is consumed more in January than any other month. It's no wonder...it's so cold outside in many parts of the country, and starting the day with a hot bowl of stick-to-the-ribs oatmeal is a soothing treat...not to mention it's health benefits, including aiding in the lowering of cholestorol. I do have some information about the health benefits of Oats at my website, stop by for some great information.Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2142023 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:54:00 +0100 2142023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2142024&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fgathering-place-for-those-with-cancer.html Today I was introduced to a beautiful site, www.knowcancer.com, for those who are dealing with cancer personally, have a loved one who is dealing with cancer, or are interested in the site as a learning resource. Some of the site is still under construction, but when I visited, it was very welcoming and warm in it's appearance.As some of you may know, my mother dealt with the blood cancer, Leukemia, when she was in her mid-60's. She went through the chemotherapy treatments available, and though things were a bit tough for one summer, she came through it all, and just turned 80 this past year. All of us are likely to be touched by this disease at some point in our lives, either personally, or through someone we care about.At knowcancer.com, you will also find educational articles on differe... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2142024 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:06:00 +0100 2142024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2135152&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fchildren-tv-hbp-diabetes-and-more.html This study, published in the December 2007 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, found that obese children who watched four or more hours of TV a day were 330% more likely to have high blood pressure than children who watched less than two hours a day.Dr. Jeffrey Schwimmer wrote in the study that: "There is a significant association between hours of television watched and both the severity of obesity and the presence of hypertension in obese children". Many studies have found a strong link between watching TV and obesity, but this is the first study to show a link between TV and blood pressure in obese children and teens, the researchers wrote.Obesity in children is on the rise, increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Moreover, high blood pressure in children has... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2135152 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 19:11:00 +0100 2135152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2122515&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fdress-baby-right-for-occasion.html We've had a few posts related to children and babies lately, and I thought I'd do one more before moving on to us "grown-ups". I had the fun pleasure of visiting a sight with "retro" baby clothing...as a baby boomer, I related to a lot of the pictures on the clothing. These cloths are for dressing baby for fun...sure to be an attention-getter wherever you go, even though I'm sure your baby is adorable enough to do a lot of attention-getting all on his/her own.Here are some ideas for the next time you entertain, or go to a party, and are bringing your little one along:Super Bowl Sunday: How about some Football Baby Head Gear to protect your little one's head while he or she is learning to walk? Soft and comfy, and decorated with footballs!Valentines Day: Look at the cute hearts on this "Elm... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2122515 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:16:00 +0100 2122515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2122516&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fbreakfast-giving-teens-and-tweens-good.html When I was a teen, I never ate breakfast. Before I ran out the door to go to school, I grabbed a few cookies or a piece of leftover cake, and that was my breakfast. I wonder if this is how it is today?Maybe with children being raised by parents that are more health-conscious, like I was (live and learn!) things are different. In fact, studies are showing that if teens eat breakfast, they are more likely to weigh less...read on!New research from the University Of Minnesota School Of Public Health shows that teenagers who eat breakfast on a regular basis tend to weigh less, exercise more, and eat a healthier diet than teens that usually skip breakfast. The research is published in the March, 2008, issue of the medical journal Pediatrics.The study followed 2,216 adolescents and their lifestyl... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2122516 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:19:00 +0100 2122516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2093343&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fhandling-your-baby-with-tenderness-care.html Just as nursing your infant, as discussed in the previous post, provides many health benefits, the bonding and closeness that can be formed between mother and child when holding them close to the body has it's calming health benefits.When my now 27 year old son was a baby, he suffered from colic, and there was a certain time of the day, always in the evening as I was preparing dinner, that he would cry and cry. Dinner had to be prepared, so often I would have to put him down and let him cry for a while...which every mother who loves their baby knows is gut-wrenching to listen to, because you want to sooth, comfort.If I had a baby k tan sling carrier, or other sling at that time, I could have held him close in the sling with my hands free to work...of course great care would have been taken... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2093343 Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:12:00 +0100 2093343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2093344&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fbreast-feed-and-its-health-benefits.html I nursed both of my now-grown children for approximately 5 months, with one feeding of formula, or breast milk that I provided, for a bottle in the evening so that my husband could have the pleasure of holding and feeding his children. The health benefits of nursing your baby when it is possible are many, some of them shared in the article below.----------Most parents are aware that breast milk is best for their baby, but may not be aware that the benefits of breastfeeding extend far beyond basic nutrition. In addition to containing all the vitamins and nutrients your baby needs in the first six months of life, breast milk is packed with disease-fighting nutrients that protect your baby from illness. That's why the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the f... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2093344 Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:05:00 +0100 2093344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090476&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Ftaking-fitness-to-new-level.html You can hardly navigate the internet, read the headlines, or listen to the commercials on TV without bumping into something that is related to dieting, exercise or fitness...this seems to be the time of year that many resolve to improve themselves in these areas. I was introduced to a site that approaches fitness in a way that takes things up a notch or two, with programs for all ages, it looked like a lot of fun, and offered forms of fitness that I have never heard of before."Move Fitness and Dance" has classes for adults and children, including the following unique forms of dance and fitness:Tahitian Hip HopCapoeirathe NFL CrunchCardio Sword FightingFigure 8 Belly DancingAdult BalletAnd that's just a few of the things they offer...you can visit and see how to do your Capoeira Gilbert, Ar... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090476 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:15:00 +0100 2090476 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090477&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fdifferent-perspective-on-rice-shortage.html This article is about a shortage of another kind, how a certain kind of process can cause a shortage of nutrients in rice.Milling is the process that turns brown rice into white rice by removing the outer layer known as the bran layer - this alters the nutritional value of the rice. The complete milling process that creates white rice from brown rice destroys 67% of the vitamin B3, 80% of the vitamin B1, 90% of the vitamin B6, half of the manganese, half of the phosphorus, 60% of the iron, and all of the dietary fiber and essential fatty acids. In short, brown rice is a fiber-rich whole grain whereas white rice is simply a refined and nutritionally depleted processed food.In March of 2006, research reported in the journal Agricultural Research, Nancy Keim and a team at the USDA ARS Western... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090477 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:55:00 +0100 2090477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2075902&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fweight-management-for-children-and.html This study provides some of the first robust evidence on the link between physical activity and obesity in children. We know that diet is important, but what this research tells us is that we musn't forget about activity. It’s been really surprising to us how even small amounts of exercise appear to have dramatic results.”The less the children exercised, the more likely they were to be obese, the study found. These associations suggest even a modest increase of 15 minutes moderate and vigorous physical activity might result in an important reduction in the prevalence of overweight and obesity,” the researchers wrote.Small changes made now can make a big difference in the lives of your children – teach them healthy habits that can last a lifetime. A quick game of catch, a short bike... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2075902 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:31:00 +0100 2075902 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2075904&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fhelpful-childrens-health-site.html I visited a site that claims to be one of the most visited sites related to children's health. The site provides good information, so I thought I'd share it with you, it's called kidsHealth. If you visit, you'll find a links to help for parents, a Kids Site, and a Teen Site.If you click the link at the bottom of the page, Nemours, you'll find the history of Nemours, "established in 1936 by philanthropist Alfred I. duPont, is dedicated to improving the health and spirit of children. Today, as part of its continuing mission, Nemours supports the operation of a number of renowned children's health facilities throughout the nation, including the Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, Delaware, and the Nemours Children's Clinics throughout Florida. Nemours also supports important... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2075904 Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:35:00 +0100 2075904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2062387&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fbone-health-start-young.html There is a lot of snow on the ground right now, and Christmas is only a couple of days away...I should be posting Christmas recipes, but instead I have a little something for you related to bone health and your children. I just saw a report today somewhere in my travels on news sites that bone health in adulthood is established in childhood.Helping children build healthy bones is an important job that all parents should know how to do. Children build half of their bone mass during adolescence and reach their peak bone mass by age twenty. The three most important factors for building healthy, strong bones in your children are calcium, vitamin D from exposure to sunlight and exercise.Poor nutrition, lack of outdoor activities and lack of exercise have health experts very concerned as cases o... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2062387 Wed, 24 Dec 2008 03:36:00 +0100 2062387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2036151&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fcan-children-be-taught-about-healthy.html I think so, it's never to early to learn what fats are healthy, and what fats are not. Such things were part of our way of eating as my children were growing up, and now they have the tools to know what is healthy and what is not. All we can do is provide the tools, and when they are under our roof, make sure the meals we serve set them on the right course. It is up to them to decide whether to stay on that course or not, but whatever good you do for your children now is helping their bodies at a time of rapid growth and change.Teaching children from a young age to eat healthy fats can have lifelong health benefits according to a new study published in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation in August, 2007.The study focused on over one thousand children in Finland who were ... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2036151 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 03:59:00 +0100 2036151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1976540&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F11%2Fdo-some-christmas-cooking-with-rachel.html Yes, I know, the subject sounds like you're going to be cooking with that popular chef on the Food Network, but actually Rachel and Ray are a brother and sister, I hope you enjoy this video of the pair cooking up some Christmas goodies, very cute! Oh, I'm not going to say whether or not the recipe is healthy, but a family with a brother and sister that work together as a team like these two sure is!Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1976540 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:41:00 +0100 1976540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1976541&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F11%2Fhealthy-environment-important-as.html Anyone who spends any amount of time reading about matters related to health realizes by now that, even though the kinds of foods that we eat are tremendously important, so is our environment. I am talking about obvious, but sometimes taken for granted things, like the air we breath, the water we drink, and what we put on our skin.For this post, lets focus on a couple of things that can cause poor air quality in the home. Our home is a lake-front home, and we have a very high water table. It may sound odd to you, but it is not unusual around here to have a basement with some water running through it from one side of the house, with a drain taking it out the other side. It is because the cabins here are former summer homes that have been converted to year-round homes. Some take the time to ... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1976541 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:09:00 +0100 1976541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1976542&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F11%2Fpreventing-diabetes-in-children.html If you who follow my website , this blog & HerBulletin, know that my husband is a diabetic. He didn't develop diabetes in his childhood, but in his late 30's. It is a difficult and challenging disease to live with, one that requires a great amount of discipline as far as eating, and keeping track of sugar levels, but for many who do not inherit the disease, lack of discipline is the cause.Children are going to be our next victims of this disease, and in record numbers, if we aren't careful to teach them, and be examples for the. Please take time to read the following for more information.-----------------Another new study shows that obesity is taking a serious toll on children and young adults leaving them to face a lifetime of diabetes and related health challenges. The study’s lead... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1976542 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:58:00 +0100 1976542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1970835&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F11%2F17%2Fmypyramidgov-now-for-preschoolers%2F In Fall 2008, the U.S. Department of Agriculture launched the My Pyramid for Preschoolers Website just for Preschoolers, children aged 2-5. The site encourages parents and caregivers to Use MyPyramid to help your preschooler eat well, be active, and be healthy. Customized MyPyramid for Your Preschooler Visitors to the My Pyramid for Preschoolers Web site can “get a customized MyPyramid Plan for your preschooler” by entering the child’s first name, age, gender, and typical amount of daily activity. The site then generates a plan tailored to that child. At the My Pyramid for Preschoolers website parents and caregivers can explore ways to help preschoolers: Grow up healthy. Complete a growth chart especially for your child to find out more about normal development. ... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1970835 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:21:15 +0100 1970835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1930860&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F11%2Fis-all-candy-bad-for-children-and.html Halloween has finished, and I had to wonder how many noticed that their children were more "hyper" than usual? Halloween being on a Friday this year meant the little darlings were home, and not in school either too busy to eat candy, or burning off that excess energy away from home. Children and adults alike tend to develop a sweet tooth if they eat to much candy. That can be a bad thing for your teeth and your body since it has to do a lot of work to keep the sugar levels even in your body (to much sugar in the blood leads to failure in various organs...to much to explain in one post).But if you eat certain sweets, like chocolate, not to much, but in moderate amounts, it can be healthy for you, especially dark chocolate. Here is a study that proves my point:A study at The Johns Hopkins Un... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1930860 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 05:06:00 +0100 1930860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1912132&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fschool-lunch-programs-and-your-children.html My children are adults now, and how quickly that time went by...yes parents, it does go quickly, just like those of us who have finished raising our children say it does, and just like I was told when my children were young. There were days when I couldn't wait for the day when they were grown and I had more free time, but let me tell you, I miss being a Mom more than I ever imagined.When my children were in school, I made their lunches until they were in middle school. I did it for a while then, but it became apparent that this just wasn't the "in" thing to do, so I would hand each of my children their dollar and change, this went on right through high school.I know what I HOPED they would buy when they went to school, but what they actually did buy us another story. I'm sure their bodies... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1912132 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:04:00 +0100 1912132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1892431&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fautism-parenting-autistic-child.html Today I was listening to Cindy McCain as she was interviewed by Greta Van Sustern, and during the interview the topic of autism came up, and the need for help and research in this area. Help for those who are disabled and their parents touches a special place in me because I have a brother who is disabled, so the issue touches close to home. If you are a parent to a child with autism, I hope you find hope and help by reading this article by Jen Miller entitled "Child Autism - How To Cope With An Autistic Child As A Parent".If you have an autistic child, you will know that it can be a very challenging task taking care of the child. There are times when your child seem just too much for you to handle and there are times when it can be very rewarding, especially when the child is willing to d... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1892431 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 03:45:00 +0100 1892431 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1889250&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fvaccinations-harmful-or-helpful.html This post has little to do with food, but a lot to do with healthy children.My children, now in their 20's, were vaccinated before I ever knew that some parents decided not to have their children vaccinated because they believed it caused harmful after-affects, sometimes serious, and occasionally even deadly affects. I am not going to get into the controversy in this post, you can comment on that if you like. I wanted to share an interesting timeline that I found on keepkidshealthy.com, I thought you might enjoy seeing how it all started, and progressed through the years....a lot has happened since my children's vaccines in the l980's:First Generation of Vaccines (pre-1950s)1798 Smallpox1885 Rabies1897 Plague1917 Cholera1917 Typhoid vaccine (parenteral)1923 Diphtheria1926 Pertussis1927 Tub... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1889250 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 05:28:00 +0100 1889250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1866130&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fprotecting-your-babys-skin.html Even though summer is winding down here in the northeast, and many are spending less time sun bathing, there are many places that enjoy sun and warm weather all year round. The cooler months mean that those who can do so will be traveling to sun soaked beaches of islands and warmer states.If you are a parent, not only do you have your skin to care for, but Moms and Dads, if you have babies and young children, as you know their skin is as tender as can be and needs protecting. I would like to introduce you to a skin care product that has been a leading cosmetic brand in Europe since approximately 1955, and now is gaining popularity in many other countries in the world, the company is Mustela. Please take a moment to visit the Mustela website, and when you are there, please take a look at t... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1866130 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:14:00 +0100 1866130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1863451&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fmaking-memories-in-kitchen-with.html When my children were small, one of the things I regret was not letting them do more in the kitchen with me. They did chores, like dishes, and setting the table, but when it came to preparing the meal, I had a tendency to want to just get the job done, and didn't have patience for how slow things could be. It's just one of those little things that a Mom with grown children like me regrets. I did lots of things with my children, but there's always more, isn't there?I found this, and wanted to share it with you, in hopes that you will find fun ways to spend time with your children in the kitchen. At the end, credit is given to the source of this great information, I hope you and your children will have a lot of fun together and make great memories.COOKING WITH CHILDREN: KIDS IN THE KITCHEN C... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1863451 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 19:20:00 +0100 1863451 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1826919&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fchicken-soup-upper-respiratory-system.html A while back, I was browsing WebMD and they did have quite a good article about how Chicken Soup is a great remedy for a cold or other upper respiratory system complaints. With cold season upon us, I thought it would be fun to read, as this is written with a touch of humor & sarcasm.Included is a wonderful recipe for that well-known home remedy that seems to cure almost everything, Chicken Soup. It contains some herbs that are good for the upper respiratory system as well, even though he doesn't mention that as he lists the ingredients.Following is the recipe, you can find the full article by clicking "It's Back to Chicken Soup" With the cold winter months coming to our part of the country, this sounds like a delicious remedy for children and grown-ups alike!Moser's WebMD Decongestant ... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1826919 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:11:00 +0100 1826919 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1816364&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F09%2Ffoods-that-can-cause-add-or-adhd.html ADD and/or ADHD are common diagnoses today for a broad range of symptoms in children, and also adults. I think every parent of an ADD child, or every adult diagnosed with ADD, should be told that as part of the remedy they have to avoid certain foods. What do you think? Here's an article that may interest you, comment if you like!____________________________________________The possibility that artificial food colorings and chemical preservatives could affect your child’s behavior has been a hotly contested issue for decades. Research reported in the September 2007 issue of the Lancet Medical Journal now provides a clear demonstration that changes in behavior can be detected in three-year-old and eight-year-old children who ingest these artificial processed food additives. Psychology Pro... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1816364 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:35:00 +0100 1816364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1813071&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fphysical-activity-improves-grades-in.html Today is the first day of fall, and children throughout the US are in school or if they are home schooled, enjoying schooling at home. Here is an article with studies that show how physical exercise improves students academically. Middle school students who perform more vigorous physical activity than their more sedentary piers tend to do better in school, according to a new study done by researchers from Michigan State University and Grand Valley State University. The research is published in the August (2006?) issue of Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the official journal of the American College of Sports Medicine.For one academic year, the study tracked more than 200 sixth graders. For one semester half of the students took the general physical education class offered by... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1813071 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:14:00 +0100 1813071 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1735760&cid=t_371750_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F08%2F26%2Fparents-influence-children-eating%2F Parents are one of the greatest influences on their children’s eating habits. This has been confirmed in a new study published this summer. According to researchers at Washington University in St. Louis parents who providing fruits for snacks and serving vegetables at dinner can shape a preschooler’s eating patterns for his or her lifetime. Researcher Debra Haire-Joshu, Ph.D., a professor at the George Warren Brown School of Social Work found when parents eat more fruits and vegetables, so do their children. On the other hand, when parents eat and give their children high fat snacks or soft drinks, children learn these eating patterns instead. I firmly believe if we teach our children how to make healthy choices, about good health, nutrition and being active; these will help th... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1735760 Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:01:58 +0100 1735760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=470422&cid=t_371750_117_f&fid=34775&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.webmd.com%2Fhealthy-children%2F2006%2F09%2Fheads-up-great-upcoming-webmd.html I think you all know how important this area is for promoting kid's health (eg, see my latest blog on "Dr. P's 8 steps for a healthier family").Next week we begin the last WebMD University: "Healthy Habits, Healthy Kids." It's open to all of you and I encourage you to participate.Have a look:Read about it and sign up at http://www.webmd.com/content/pages/18/101907.htm The live events schedule is at http://www.webmd.com/content/chat_schedules/5/116450.htm. The course leader is Rallie McAllister, MD, MPH, author of The Healthy Lunchbox: The Working Mom's Guide to Keeping You and Your Kids Trim. We have some great guests, including Reginald Washington, MD, professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado and co-chairman of the American Academy of Pediatricstask force on obesity and psych... Healthy Children blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=470422 Thu, 21 Sep 2006 04:00:00 +0100 470422