Children born to mothers who smoked during pregnancy have lower levels of “good” HDL cholesterol, which may increase their risk of heart attack and stroke later in life, a new study suggests. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Children's Health’ Category
Smoking during pregnancy may predispose kids to heart trouble
Friday, July 8th, 2011Breast feeding may reduce risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011Breast-feeding appears to reduce the risk of SIDS by up to 73 percent, especially when babies are exclusively breast-fed, a new study suggests. (more…)
The FDA is issuing new graphic warning labels on cigarette labels
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011
The FDA is hoping to get smokers to consider quitting by issuing new graphic anti-smoking labels on cigarette packaging. (more…)
Dealing with picky eaters
Friday, June 17th, 2011
Sometimes it seems impossible to get children to eat the food that is healthy for them. Learn how to manage your child’s eating habits when they show tendancies to be picky eaters. (more…)
Is dirt and mud good for childrens’ health?
Monday, June 13th, 2011
Researchers believe that preventing your child from being exposed to dirt, grime and bacteria could cause them to have long term health problems. (more…)
Schools consider removing flavored milk option
Wednesday, May 11th, 2011
Some schools are considering removing flavored milk from school lunches in hopes to boost the consumption of healthier milk. (more…)