Chicago Bans BPA (while the FDA moves at a glacial pace)

Towns, states and muncipalities are taking the BPA situation in their own hands. We've been talking about BPA in baby bottles, sippy cups and food containers for years. In fact, my first post ever was about this subject. And since that day I have reported countless studies, … [Read more...]

UK Growth Charts Adjusted for Breastfed Babies

Growth charts in the UK have not been updated since 1990 and were originally created based on the physical development of formula fed babies. New guidelines are being introduced that reflect the slower growth rates of breastfed babies. Using the new growth charts, more children … [Read more...]

Is Swine Flu an Imaginary Pandemic?

Is there really the threat of a swine flu pandemic, or is it just a cash cow for big pharma? The media has been having a heyday with the fear of a "swine flu" pandemic, and rumors and fear-mongering have taken the stage. One doctor tries to cut through the crap with his article, … [Read more...]

Postpartum Bamboo Belly Wrap Helps Shrink Your Belly and Prevent Stretch Marks

Like all new moms, I was worried my body would never recover from gaining 55 pounds with my first child! I wondered what my belly would look like after the baby popped out and how long it would take to return to its former flat self. After my daughter was born, I looked at the … [Read more...]

Chubby Kids and the Food Allergy Risk

Obese children have a 26 percent higher chance of allergies, especially to food, than their slender counterparts. The food allergy rate was 59 percent higher for this risk group. Researchers aren't sure yet whether the heaviness is the cause of allergies. But further study is … [Read more...]