Written by Li Yang, ND Now that everyone is back from mid-winter break, most children and teens are getting back into the routine of balancing school, therapies, extracurricular activities and family time. Beyond juggling these activities, this is a great time for adolescents to recognize their stressors and start to develop coping strategies. It is… read more
Now that the dark rainy season is in full effect and playing outside may be less of an option, we wanted to bring you a few ideas for mixing fun and food with these indoor family activities. Round up the kids, a few ingredients, and get playing! Cinnamon Sugar Snowflakes Make these crunchy… read more
Tis’ the season for friends, family, traditions and…. yummy food! Kids are introduced to a myriad of traditions during the holiday which typically engender warm and fond memories. When it comes to mealtimes, they can become a bit challenging. From sweet treats like pumpkin pie to decadent entrees like turkey and stuffing, the holidays are… read more
Our daily environment can harness a host of environmental pollutants and hormone disruptors that can be harmful to our bodies. They are not just found in gasoline and car pollution, but cleaners, chemicals used at home, water bottles, even our drinking water. Our endocrine system is essential in producing hormones that are necessary in growth,… read more
It is no secret that kids love sugar. It is also no secret that consuming too many foods and beverages with added sugar can cause an array of health problems including tooth decay, obesity, nutrition deficiencies and a mantra of other cognitive affects. Recent talk about sugar and its association with these health concerns has… read more
