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Latest News from The Children’s Naturopath

13 Jun

Long term constipation can be a common problem with children and often occurs when they ignore the urge to visit the toilet. This may happen because they are either busy at play, don’t like ‘to go’ at school or away from home or associate number twos with previous painful experiences. When your child isn’t regular their stool becomes hard, dry and painful to pass and can cause anal fissures where the skin cracks or breaks as well as haemorrhoids. This creates a fearful situation where your child holds on for as long as possible making the next bowel movement another terrifying experience. If you...

00:57 / Gut Health
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12 Jun

The skin is the body’s largest vital organ and accounts for approximately 15% of total body weight. If your child suffers from a skin condition such as eczema, rashes, pimples, dermatitis or acne, these are all typical signs of something else going on in their body. You may not realise there is a direct link between the health of your child’s gut and their skin and this is called the Gut-Skin Axis. If the gut is inflamed, leaky and not functioning at its best, this can negatively undermine the health of your child’s skin. Skin conditions such as eczema and rashes are often immune...

21:36 / Gut Health / Skin Health
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12 Jun

With all the news surrounding the Coronavirus, good old fashioned hand washing is a must but not always possible, especially with kids. Hand sanitisers are an excellent substitute in this unique situation. If you are unable to get your hands on a bottle because it's sold-out, try this recipe to make at home. Alcohol kills bacteria and viruses when applied to the skin and tea tree also has strong antimicrobial properties. INGREDIENTS 2/3 cup rubbing alcohol (70 to 99% isopropyl alcohol) or ethanol1/3 cup aloe vera gel10 drops lavender essential oil (or oil of choice)10 drops tea tree essential oil METHOD Add all ingredients...

21:19 / Chemical-Free Home / Children's General Health
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12 Jun

When your infant is approximately 6 months old (but not before 4 months) they will start to give you signs they are interested in food and ready to move to solids, this usually happens alongside the arrival of their teeth.  They may display their new found interest in food by either watching what you eat, trying to grab your food or they are hungrier in between their milk feeds, especially if they want extra at night. Follow these handy tips to help you at this important time in your infant's development - preparation is the key! 13 tips to support your...

20:48 / Children's General Health / Gut Health / Healthy Eating / Weaning for Optimal Health
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12 Jun

Strawberries top the "Dirty Dozen" list yet again according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG). This list is published each year to rank popular fruit and vegetables based on their pesticide contamination. They found that conventional, non organic strawberries were found to have an astounding 22 pesticide residues. EWG emphasises studies show that pesticides in high concentration can lead to health problems, especially in young children. Roundup, created by the chemical giant Monsanto is the most widely used weed killer. It's sprayed on everything from tiny flower beds, school grounds, parks, gardens to vast fields of crops. Roundup is...

20:21 / Chemical-Free Home / Healthy Eating / Weaning for Optimal Health
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12 Jun

Fermented veggies such as these delicious slightly sweet carrots sticks contain all the goodness friendly bacteria has to offer. These yummy carrots are easy to make and perfect to serve on their own or as a snack paired with hummus, guacamole or other yummy dip. Fermented food supports healthy children's immune system and brain function The benefits of consuming fermented food to health stretch beyond food preservation. The transformation of sugars and starches enhances the natural, beneficial bacteria in food. These. bacteria, called probiotics or friendly bacteria help to boost your child's overall wellbeing including their gut health, immune system...

00:22 / Gut Health / Immune Health
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11 Jun

Try these healthy, easy to make delicious cookies that kids will love. A good quality peanut butter is a wonderful addition to your child's diet because it's nutritious and full of healthy fats to satisfy hungry tummies. While the oats and banana are a powerhouse of nutrients and fibre, they are high in B vitamins required for energy levels and happy moods and an excellent source of vitamin C, which is an important antioxidant for the immune system.. INGREDIENTS 1 banana, mashed 3/4 cup rolled oats 3 tablespoons peanut butter 1 tablespoon good quality honey METHOD Preheat oven to 180oC...

21:23 / Recipes
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11 Jun

Comfort food doesn’t get any better than this, a bowl of nourishing chicken soup. Also known as ‘Jewish’ penicillin, this hearty soup will boost the immune system and is the perfect remedy if your child is suffering from a cold or struggling with recurring infections. Ingredients 2 cups good quality chicken stock or bone broth1/2 cup cooked brown or basmati rice1 egg, beaten1/2 cup frozen peas or corn3 garlic cloves, shredded1 cup cooked chicken, shreddedSea salt and pepper to taste Method Add the chicken stock and rice to a medium sized saucepan and bring to the boil stirring frequently until rice is cooked.Reduce the heat to simmer...

21:06 / Healthy Eating / Immune Health / Recipes
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06 Jun

The gut plays a central role when it comes to an immune system working at peak performance. This is because 80 percent of the immune system resides within the gut wall. Also living deep within the gut, along side the immune system, is a collection of different types of bacteria, collectively called the gut microbiome. These play a very important role in your child's health and are a key component to a robust immune system. Good Bacteria - The Back Bone of A Healthy Immune System Bacteria is mostly associated with germs, however, they are extremely important for immune...

22:10 / Immune Health
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04 Jun

The food your child eats plays a key role in keeping their brain healthy and working in peak condition. This helps to improve their mental development including memory, focus and concentration. Optimal brain function also helps your child in the happiness department too, lowering their risk of depression, anxiety, behavioural problems. You can help support your child's brain health and boost their alertness, memory and mood by including these foods in their diet. Eggs Eggs have had a bad rap for many years but thankfully they are making a come-back, as befits their function as a nutritional powerhouse.  Eggs are a good...

21:32 / Brain Health
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