How to Prevent Obesity in Kids and AdultsMedically reviewed by Alana Biggers, MD, MPH on October 16, 2018 — Written by Eleesha LockettPrevention for kidsPrevention for adultsWhy prevention mattersProgressTakeawayShare on Pinterest Overview Obesity is a common health issue that is defined by having a high percentage of body fat. A body mass index (BMI) of […]
WeiterlesenHow Can I Tell if My Newborn Is Sleeping Too Much?Medically reviewed by Karen Gill, MD, FAAP on October 12, 2018 — Written by Daniela Ginta How much sleep?Newborn growthToo much sleepWhat to look forSleeping schedulesTakeawayShare on Pinterest Newborn sleeping routines can be puzzling to new parents. As your baby gets used to life outside […]
WeiterlesenIdentifying Baby PsoriasisMedically reviewed by Karen Gill, MD on October 12, 2018 — Written by Megan Dix, RN-BSNCausesDiagnosisSymptomsPhotosTypesTreatmentEczemaTakeaway Can babies get psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes the production of new skin cells to speed up. This results in an accumulation of extra skin cells. These extra cells form red, scaly patches […]
WeiterlesenScab on LipMedically reviewed by Nancy L. Moyer, MD on October 9, 2018 — Written by Scott FrothinghamTreatmentInfectionCausesOutlook Scab You might not be happy about the appearance of a scab on your lip. It might bother you less if you realize that it works like a bandage, protecting the skin underneath so it can heal. […]
WeiterlesenUnderstanding Flat Head Syndrome (Plagiocephaly) in BabiesMedically reviewed by Karen Gill, MD on October 10, 2018 — Written by Donna ChristianoTypesSymptomsCausesComplicationsSeeking helpTreatmentPreventionOutlook What is plagiocephaly? Flat head syndrome, or plagiocephaly as the condition is medically known, occurs when a flat spot develops on the back or side of a baby’s head. The condition can cause […]
Weiterlesen21 Homemade Baby Food RecipesMedically reviewed by Natalie Butler, RD, LD on October 11, 2018 — Written by Bernadette Machard de GramontSolid foodsAllergens and FYIs4-6 months7-9 months9-12 monthsTakeawayShare on Pinterest Why make homemade baby food? You don’t have to be a master in the kitchen to make your own baby food. While convenient, commercial baby […]
WeiterlesenWhy Does My Baby Cry After Feedings?Medically reviewed by Karen Gill, MD on October 3, 2018 — Written by Chaunie Brusie, RN, BSNColicAcid refluxFood sensitivities and allergiesGasFormulaTakeaway My daughter, the “crier” My second daughter was what my oldest fondly referred to as a “crier.” Or, in other words, she cried. A lot. The crying with […]
WeiterlesenSchwermetall Definition Unter Schwermetall versteht man jedes metallische chemische Element, das eine relativ hohe Dichte aufweist und in geringen Konzentrationen giftig oder giftig ist. Beispiele für Schwermetalle sind Quecksilber (Hg), Cadmium (Cd), Arsen (As), Chrom (Cr), Thallium (Tl) und Blei (Pb). Schwermetallliste Titan Vanadium Chrom Mangan Eisen Kobalt Nickel Kupfer Zink Gallium Germanium Arsen Zirkonium […]
WeiterlesenParasitic Worms in Humans: Know the FactsMedically reviewed by Stacy Sampson, DO on September 28, 2018 — Written by Ann PietrangeloTypes of wormsSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentOutlookPrevention What are parasitic worms? Parasites are organisms that live in and feed off a living host. There are a variety of parasitic worms that can take up residence in humans. Among them […]
Weiterlesen10 Reasons Your Baby May Be Sticking Their Tongue OutMedically reviewed by Karen Gill, MD on October 1, 2018 — Written by Megan Dix, RN, BSNPlaytimeHabitHunger cuesLarge tongueSmall mouthPoor muscle toneMouth breathingGasMass in the mouthNot ready for solid foodsTakeaway Baby reflexes Babies have a tendency to use their mouth in a variety of ways. If […]
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