Children in the U.S are seeing less tobacco on TV thanks to tougher regulations. However, they are seeing more alcohol in movies and in advertisements. The research team examined 1,400 movies and the effect of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement on their content. According to an article published in AMA Pediatrics, the tobacco brand appearances… Continue reading
Category: Family Health
The power of talking
Virtually everybody has baggage from his or her childhood experiences. Our childhoods shape who we are and for many lucky people, those experiences are generally positive ones and they go on to lead full and balanced lives. For other people, the opposite is true whilst for the vast majority of us there are endless gradations… Continue reading
Low-Carb Diets Could Make You Sleepy
Low-carbing is a weight loss plan and lifestyle for millions of people around the world. According to a new study, your diet may affect your level of sleepiness. Some of the participants in the study ate a diet high in carbohydrates while others consumed more fat. Those who ate high-fat foods felt sleepy after consuming… Continue reading
Having a Dog Helps Reduce Cardiovascular Risk
According to researchers from the American Heart Association, having a pet friend is good for your heart. Dog owners get more exercise than people who don’t have pets. However, scientists can’t say whether it is exercise or having a dog that contributes to heart health. It may be that people who have dogs also have… Continue reading
5 Stress Factors to Avoid at Work and at Home
Stress is associated with racing and anxious thoughts, poor judgment and performance, memory problems, and moodiness. There are many warning signs which signal that you need time off of work. These include short temper, frequent colds, nervous habits, and emotional eating. Stress factors at work can cause depression, inability to relax, and neglect for… Continue reading
Health Risks When Pediatric Recommendations Are Not Followed
A nationwide poll shows that only 30 percent of parents follow healthcare provider’s advice on how to keep their children safe and healthy. This can put children at risk and may have long-lasting consequences. Pediatricians note that obesity and diseases in children are associated with parental models and behaviors. The poll shows that 13… Continue reading
Obesity in Children Associated with Cesarean Delivery
Babies delivered via C-section are at a higher risk of becoming overweight or obese than babies delivered normally. A Boston-based team of researchers followed children from the day they were born until the age of 3. Of those who were delivered by a Cesarean section, 15.7 percent were obese compared to 7.5 percent of those… Continue reading
Fructose Can Make You Dumb
Different studies have assessed the effects of fructose on the growth of cancer cells, diabetes risk, liver function, and weight. Research on how fructose affects the brain function has been limited so far. UCLA researchers recently reported that fructose contributes to the list of ills by ‘making us dumb’. The good news is that eating… Continue reading