The American Dental Association, which has for many years been one of fluoride‘s biggest advocates, alerted its members late last year that parents of infants younger than a year old “should consider using water that has no or low levels of fluoride” when mixing baby formula.However, while public health agencies in some states, such as Vermont and New Hampshire, immediately issued warnings in the media based on the ADA alert, other states took months to relay the message.

The ADA was concerned about fluorosis, a condition caused by too much fluoride that damages the enamel of teeth. Some scientists believe that even mild to moderate cases of fluorosis can lead to more significant problems. Studies have associated fluorosis with lower IQ, endocrine system problems, and skeletal damage. Continue Reading »

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Of course they should be breast fed, but after they are off the breast milk, offering the correct foods will be important. After five years old you have lost your opportunity for major changes.Many parents don’t realize that you can withhold food for a short time and as long as you or anyone else does not offer them other foods, their appetite for the food will dramatically improve in 24-48 hours. Always implement the changes in love and NEVER force your child to eat anything. The most important change will be to stop Continue Reading »

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By: Richard Hackworth

If your kids are like mine were, they are not a big fan of fruits or veggies. So I was always trying to find ways to sneak fruits and veggies into their diet.

“They don’t need to eat veggies, I’ll just give them a good multivitamin,” you think.

Not so fast!

In a stalk of broccoli, there are over 1000 phytochemicals (or plant chemicals).

Scientists have only determined what about 98 of them are (according to two year old research). Therefore, there are about 902 other Continue Reading »

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In the past year, children’s diets and eating habits have rarely been out of the headlines. America’s #1 Personal Trainer and Weight Loss Guru Richard Hackworth looks at the size of the child obesity problem and gives parents some top tips for keeping their children healthy and in great shape.

The Shocking Facts

Childhood obesity is big news and unfortunately, like the waistbands of our nation’s children and teenagers, its set to get even bigger.

Childhood Obesity Statistics

Statistics from the most recent large-scale survey in the US shockingly reveal that Continue Reading »

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Parents are in charge!

Yes, as a parent, it is YOUR responsibility is to buy healthy groceries and serve nutritious food to your growing children.

Start by establishing a routine, even if it is difficult at first. This means a set time for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Once you have a routine for meals and snacks, meal times are more relaxed. Most children are happier on a schedule and become hungry at regular times. You’ll feel happier about your parenting job when the family has a routine.

So, be consistent! Children need a meal routine just like they need a bedtime routine. Plan for three meals and two snacks each day! Serve a vegetable or fruit at every meal. Fruits and vegetables are great for snacking too.

Instead of rewarding your child with food, reward them with attention (hugs, kisses, and smiles) and playful activities. After all, wouldn’t you rather shower your child with love than poison them with sugary foods that lead to childhood obesity and an early grave? Child advocacy organizations consider not teaching your child healthy eating a form of child abuse because it leads to illness, disease, and early death. They argue that no one who loves their child would intentionally kill them slowly with unhealthy food and a lack of organized exercise or healthy activities.

Money-Saving Ideas For Better Health

Avoid arguments about high-fat, high-sugar foods Continue Reading »

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