Scientists Explain: Parents Who Raise ‘Successful’ Kids Do These 8 Things Differently…successful

Scientists Explain: Parents Who Raise ‘Successful’ Kids Do These 8 Things Differently…successful

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“To paraphrase Ralph Waldo Emerson, who you are will speak more loudly to your kids than anything you say.” ~ Eric Grietens, former Navy SEAL and Governor of Missouri Parenting is hard work. Children, by their very nature, lack the emotional and cognitive resources to navigate life without help. They’ll whine, cry, shout, beg, and complain for no reason. We may feel anger, annoyance, frustration and even guilt for how our child behaves. But kids will be kids, as they…

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10 Laws of Success That Can Change Your Life

10 Laws of Success That Can Change Your Life

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“Success is a science; if you have the conditions, you get the result.” – Oscar Wilde What are the “Laws of Success?” Well, that depends on you. More specifically, it depends on how you think. “Success” is an ambiguous word for a reason: it means different things to different people. For some, success is wealth. For others, money is nothing else than a tool. Consider Alfred Nobel. Alfred Nobel was a Swedish chemist, engineer, inventor, businessman, and philanthropist. He held…

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The Key to Weight Loss Is Diet Quality, Not Quantity, a New Study Finds

The Key to Weight Loss Is Diet Quality, Not Quantity, a New Study Finds

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Anyone who has ever been on a diet knows that the standard prescription for weight loss is to reduce the amount of calories you consume. But a new study, published Tuesday in JAMA, may turn that advice on its head. It found that people who cut back on added sugar, refined grains and highly processed foods while concentrating on eating plenty of vegetables and whole foods — without worrying about counting calories or limiting portion sizes — lost significant amounts…

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Whole-Grain, Multigrain, Sourdough: Which Bread Is The Healthiest?

Whole-Grain, Multigrain, Sourdough: Which Bread Is The Healthiest?

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In the quest for healthy eating, bread seems to be a food staple many struggle with. And with so many choices lining the grocery store shelves, it can be difficult to know the nutritional difference each bread has to offer, and if the choice you are making is actually benefiting you in the way you hope. Registered dietitian Andy De Santis breaks down each option and reveals which type of bread you should be reaching for if you want maximum…

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Organic Food Provides Significant Environmental Benefits To Plant-Rich Diets

Organic Food Provides Significant Environmental Benefits To Plant-Rich Diets

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The study of more than 34,000 people is the first to investigate the environmental impacts of both food choices and farm production systems A study of the diets of 34,000 people confirms that a diet high in fruit and vegetables is better for the planet than one high in animal products. The study also finds that organic food provides significant, additional climate benefits for plant-based diets, but not for diets with only moderate contribution from plant products. This is the…

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Three Things to Boost Your Immune Health

Three Things to Boost Your Immune Health

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Are you trying to get through flu season without catching a cold or getting sick? Make sure to follow these three habits as part of your immune boosting care kit: 1. Eat well Having a well-balanced antioxidant rich diet is the most effective immune-boosting nutrition strategy. Carbohydrates, lean protein and healthy fats are great to fill up on immune boosting nutrients like vitamin C, D, iron, zinc and magnesium. Consider adding at least two to three antioxidant rich foods at…

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Common Painkillers Tied to Kidney Risks for Children: Study

Common Painkillers Tied to Kidney Risks for Children: Study

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Children taking the common painkillers known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be at risk for acute kidney damage, particularly when the kids are dehydrated, a new study finds. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (commonly called NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (brand names Advil and Motrin), naproxen (Aleve) and ketorolac (Toradol) are used to relieve pain and fever. “The one thing we did see that seemed to be connected to kidney damage was dehydration,” said lead researcher Dr. Jason Misurac, a nephrologist at Indiana…

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How to Make Your Hospital Stay More Comfortable

How to Make Your Hospital Stay More Comfortable

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A long stay in the hospital usually isn’t pleasant. But, with some planning and preparation, it can be a relatively decent time off. You should come with all of your favorite pastimes and be sure to get the most out of the professionals at your disposal. Prepare a bag. You will need a large bag of luggage to carry all of the things with you that can make your stay comfortable. If you know that there is a high likelihood…

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The Food Flavouring That Causes Dementia

The Food Flavouring That Causes Dementia

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90% use too much of a flavouring that can cause inflammation of blood vessels in the brain. A high-salt diet is linked to dementia, new research finds. Salt causes the delicate lining of the brain’s blood vessels to inflame, because of signals sent from the gut. Fully 90% of Americans consume above the recommended dietary maximum of 2,300 mg per day. Dr Costantino Iadecola, study co-author, said: “We discovered that mice fed a high-salt diet developed dementia even when blood…

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Everyday Items That May Be Hindering Your Health

Everyday Items That May Be Hindering Your Health

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Everyday items could be causing everything from mood swings to infertility and even cancer. Chemicals found in plastic water bottles, lipsticks, tampons, receipts and even tap water are wreaking havoc on people’s hormones, which is linked to a growing number of health problems. Research published earlier this week reveals more than 90 percent of receipts contain the so-called ‘gender-bending’ chemical Bisphenol A (BPA) and its ‘healthier alternative’ Bisphenol S (BPS), which are associated with autism, ADHD, type 2 diabetes, premature…

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