Earlier this month, the Trump administration took a stance in favor of infant formula over breastfeeding. Although the president denied it was an action against encouraging breastfeeding in a tweet, the US delegation to the United Nations affiliated World Health Assembly used its influence to try and kill a resolution that would have promoted breastmilk and restricted formula marketing. The resolution was aimed at misleading marketing tactics by formula companies, such as Nestle, as well as ... continue reading...
How environmental education affects children’s connections, empathy, and responsibility
I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery—air, mountains, trees, people. I thought, "This is what it is to be happy. Sylvia Plath, The Bell Jar What are the positive benefits of nature-based, environmental education? Are there any long-term effects? How does environmental education enhance our connections to one another and nature? How does it promote empathy and responsibility? Researchers have examined all of these questions. Generally speaking, we know that early ... continue reading...
4 Studies on the Positive Effects of Nature Therapy for ADHD Symptoms
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by three symptomatic traits: inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. There is no cure for this brain condition, and treatment usually consists of prescriptive drugs. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2016 data, ADHD affects 6.1 million children ages 2-17 years old. Among all children 2-17 years of age with ADHD, researchers also found: 6 out of 10 (62%) were taking medication for ... continue reading...
Uqora Natural Treatment for Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
That constant urge to urinate with little results but burning sensations...the first time you experience a urinary tract infection (UTI), it can be scary. Not understanding the causes and natural treatments lead many women to take unnecessary antibiotics repeatedly. About 60% of women will experience a UTI in their lifetimes. 25% of women will have recurring infections. This common problem causes anxiety and worry for many women. Thankfully, there are solutions. What Causes ... continue reading...
What Smartphones and the Internet Are Doing to Our Teens
Every parent is concerned about their teen's media use. The average teenager (13-18 years old) spends almost six hours and 40 minutes a day on screen media!((https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/uploads/research/census_researchreport.pdf)) There's been a lot of discussion about how our devices affect our lives. Some research finds our smartphones isolate; other research finds the opposite to be ... continue reading...