Tylenol Just Once A Month Raises A Child's Asthma Risk 540%

'The vast majority of babies are given Tylenol (acetaminophen) within the first six months of life. It is the go to medicine for modern parents whenever discomfort or fever strikes even very young children and its use is frequently encouraged by many pediatricians.

Now, a major study of over 20,000 children suggests that giving this popular medicine even as infrequently as once per year could have a permanent, life-threatening health effect.

Researchers at the University of A Coruna in Spain asked the parents of 10,371 children ages 6-7 and 10,372 adolescents aged 13-14 whether their children had asthma and how often they had been given acetaminophen within the previous year and when they were babies.'

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Probiotics End School Sick Days

 

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'Getting kids outfitted and ready to go back to school can be budget busting, but here is one more thing you might want to buy. Probiotics can strengthen your children’s immune systems and help them withstand the onslaught of bacteria so typical of a school or daycare environment.

There are probiotics formulas designed specifically for children that can help them stay healthy and free of colds, flu and allergies so they are present at school every day and alert and attentive to what is being taught.'

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Here's What's Inside Every Soft Serve Frozen Treat Coming From Your Neighborhood Ice Cream Truck

 
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'The chimes of a friendly neighborhood ice cream truck on a warm summer's day guarantee flocks of children will soon be gathering within its vicinity. No child wants to be excluded from the delicious frozen treats their friends are receiving do they? 

However, when you become informed of what is actually in those soft serve delicacies--preventing and restricting their consumption should be the priority of any parent concerned with the health of their child.'

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Top 10 Reasons to Bring your Kids to the Farmers Market

 

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'The Farmers Market is a great place to bring your kids for so many reasons! The Farmers Market allows you to provide your family with wholesome, healthy food while supporting your local community at the same time.

Here’s the reality- Family farmers need your support! Now that large agribusiness dominates food production in the U.S. Small family farms have a hard time competing in the food marketplace. Buying directly from farmers gives them a better return for their produce and gives them a fighting chance in today’s globalized economy.'

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Protect your children from psychiatric medication

 

'The pharmaceutical companies have broadened their horizon. It is not enough that they have 30% of middle and upper income white women addicted to antidepressants and that 20% of adults take some form of psychiatric medication. They now want to hook as many children as possible on psychiatric medication as well.' 

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