ADD/ADHD Alternative Solutions to Medications

Remote Learning Exposes ADHD Symptoms in Children at Younger Ages This has been an exceptionally stressful year for everyone, especially our kids. The transition from being in a classroom to virtual learning has been nothing short of challenging for many children. It has been a major struggle from a concentration and focus perspective for many—even…

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Natural and Effective Ways to Tackle Constipation

What Is Constipation? Constipation is defined as infrequent bowel movements in addition to a hard and difficult to pass stool. Fewer than four per week or every other day is a good indicator of constipation. Check out the Children’s Bristol Stool Chart for visualization of constipated, normal, and diarrheal stools. What Causes Constipation? The microbiome…

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Easy Puttanesca Sauce over Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients: 1/2 cup onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic 4 shitake or white mushrooms, diced 6 green olives with pimentos, chopped 1 can sardines, drained 1/2 jar all natural tomato sauce, no added sugar Fresh basil, chopped Zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash Directions: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pot Add onions, garlic and mushroom…

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Stop Sneezing in its Track

Springtime, the season of new beginnings, rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal and regrowth. It is the transitional time of year when dark and cold dwindle away and the light begins to shine brightly once more.  Flowers bloom, grass starts to grow, trees and shrubs bud and pollen and mold spores come out of hibernation. Allergy Symptoms For…

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Recipe: Cauliflower Fried Rice

Fried Cauliflower Rice

Ingredients: 1 large head of cauliflower or 6 cups cauliflower rice 1/2 cup Amino Braggs, Coconut Aminos or Gluten Free Tamari or Soy Sauce 2 Tablespoon honey (preferably Organic and raw) 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger Pinch of red pepper flakes 2 Tablespoon2 coconut oil 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted…

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Laughter is the Best Medicine

Laughter is the best medicine so take time to laugh with your kids every day. Facts: Laughter has both physical and mental health benefits Laughter can decrease the stress hormone cortisol by increasing the intake of oxygen and stimulating circulation throughout the body Laughter increases endorphins known as our feel good chemicals Laughter boosts the…

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Gut Health Matters, Even in Kids

image of young girl with tummy issues

Many Common Childhood Conditions Stem From Gut Issues Research has shown that a healthy gut is crucial for our overall health. Many of the common childhood conditions seen in kids can be traced to a dysfunctional digestive tract which can lead to inflammation of the gut as well as systemic inflammation. How Does Gut Dysfunction…

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Natural Lavender Salt Pack Ear Infection Remedy

How it works Salt is naturally drying and pulls fluid out of the ear. When the salt pack is heated, the heat offers relief of pain and the Himalayan salt forms negative ions which are known for their ability to bind to pollutants, bacteria and infection, thus drawing moisture and infection from the ear. Lavender…

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Essential Oils and Kids

Essential Oils

Plants have been used for their healing properties for centuries. There are many anecdotal uses for all the different components of plants that have been well researched. Lately, there seems to be a shift with parents looking for safe, evidence based natural remedies for their children. Natural remedies are endless and include though not limited…

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Skin Deep

Why your skin is so important It may be surprising to learn that your skin is the largest organ of your body. Your skin is very important as it performs many essential functions for the body. Most crucial, skin forms a protective covering for everything inside our bodies. Our skin pretty much holds us all…

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