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Latest News from The Children’s Naturopath

10 Jul

We are currently experiencing an epidemic of childhood brain-related disorders in the Western world. Over the past decade or so, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of children diagnosed with neuro- developmental disorders caused by compromised brain function. These include; ADHD, autism, learning and behavioural disorders, alongside an increase in conditions such as depression and anxiety. With these escalating problems impacting the health of the brain, the question must be asked. What is it about our modern lifestyle that is so destructive to our children’s brain health? How is our Modern Lifestyle Destructive to Brain Health While there has been a lot...

21:45 / Brain Health / Gut Health
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09 Jul

These breakfast muffins are the ideal way to serve your child a healthy breakfast on the run and they make the perfect snack too. Ingredients 2 free-range eggs, whisked2 bananas, mashed1 teaspoon vanilla extract21⁄2 cups rolled oats2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 tablespoons coconut, flakes or desiccated, 11⁄2 teaspoon baking powder1 1⁄2 cups of milk, of choice1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Method Preheat oven to 180 degrees CelsiusIf using a 12-hole muffin tray, grease with oil or butter.Mix together bananas, eggs, vanilla extract and maple syrup in a bowl, add oats, cinnamon, coconut and baking powder and mix until well combined. o Spoon the mixture evenly...

03:34 / Recipes
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08 Jul

Five year old Alice was bought to my clinic by her concerned mother Sally.  Alice was constantly complaining that her tummy was always sore and she often felt sick.  Sally also noticed her daughter’s skin was getting itchy and blotchy and her hair had stopped growing and hadn’t been cut in a long time.   Her stomach was bloated and tight to touch which raised questions about Alice’s diet.  This revealed she didn’t eat a lot of fruit and vegetables but instead craved milk, yoghurt, cheese and spaghetti.   I thought she could have an underlying food intolerance to dairy products.  I also noted she was missing out...

21:56 / Children's General Health / Immune Health
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06 Jul

Everyday cleaning products contain harsh chemicals that impose additional toxic burdens on your child's health.  Either choose an environmentally friendly brand or make your own at home.  Baking soda and vinegar are effective ingredients to clean away dirt and grime. Baking soda Baking soda or bicarbonate of soda works as a safe and effective cleaning agent for stainless steel, glass, plastic, chrome and enamel surfaces and a deodoriser to neutralise odours in carpet, upholstery and fabrics.  It’s safe to use around children to clean kitchen sinks, bathtubs, tiles, microwaves and kitchen surfaces.  Baking soda can be dissolved in water to clean away dirt and grime or...

00:06 / Chemical-Free Home
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05 Jul

Iron is a mineral that is involved in brain development and infants with an iron deficiency test lower in cognitive function and motor skills.  Whilst still in their mother's womb, newborn babies absorb enough iron from their mother's blood to sustain them for the first 6 months of life.  But once have your infant reaches 6 months of age their stores start to naturally dwindle.  Between the ages of 7 to 12 months babies require 11 milligrams of iron a day - more than a adult male.  And because infants and children consume small amounts at mealtimes, it is imperative every mouthful...

00:07 / Brain Health / Healthy Eating
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26 Jun

Almond milk is an excellent alternative to cow's milk especially if your child has a sensitivity or allergy to dairy products. Unsweetened varieties are naturally low in calories and sugar but it is also low in protein - an important macronutrient required for childhood development. Almond milk is a top-selling plant based milk because of its rich flavour and texture, it's naturally high in vitamin E, a disease fighting antioxidant and store-bought varieties can be fortified with vitamin D. Processed almond milk may contain additives Processed almond milk can contain additives including, sugar, salt, gums, flavours and emulsifiers (lecithin and...

01:02 / Recipes
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18 Jun

The human body contains trillions of beneficial bacteria, so small that we cannot see them. The scientific term for these microbes is the human microbiome. However, they have many other household names too, such as 'gut flora', 'good bugs', 'gut bugs', 'good bacteria' and 'beneficial bacteria'. Beneficial Bacteria are the backbone of your child's health and wellbeing Friendly bacteria play an influential role to ensure your child's optimal health and wellbeing. Listed below are some of the roles they play. Boosts immunity to protect against infectionsImprove mental health (anxiety and depression)Support optimal brain function (focus and concentration)Reduces the...

01:29 / Gut Health
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15 Jun

There are many varieties of milk available and choosing the healthiest type of milk to suit your child can be confusing. Whether you're looking beyond cows milk for health reasons or you would like to experiment with plant based alternatives available, you may well wonder which is the best type of milk to feed your child. Most kids when past weaning should avoid milk altogether because all their nutritional requirements is provided by the food they eat. In the initial stages of changing from one type of milk to another, slowing start dilating the regular milk...

04:18 / Gut Health / Healthy Eating / Skin Health
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14 Jun

To help you better understand your child’s gut (aka digestive system), the first illustration shows the position of the two main players; the small and large intestine.  The structural lining of your child’s gut wall (small and large intestine) is made up of small segments that join snugly together to form ‘tight junctions’ just like a jigsaw.   Imagine a jigsaw and that is exactly how the gut lining is designed.  In a healthy gut all the pieces fit tightly together making it a perfectly solid, leak-proof structure - the picture of good health. A leak-proof gut wall. The reason for the cosy fit between the...

21:23 / Gut Health
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13 Jun

Many parents can find it challenging to get their kids to take medicine in a powdered form. If you start out with a bad experience it can go quickly go downhill with future attempts to take their daily dose. As a clinical naturopath, I have successfully used the following tips to help my younger clients take their medicine when it's in a powdered form. 8 tips to take powdered medicine ✅ Mix powders into smoothies/milk shakes. ✅ Mix powdered medication with a little water and use a pipette to dispense down infant’s throat. ✅ Take with soda water or natural mineral...

05:14 / Children's General Health
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