Fish are an important part of a healthy diet because of their high levels of healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, which have antioxidant and heart health benefits. New research from the Tohoku University in Japan shows that eating fish during pregnancy can increase baby’s brain size. Omega-3 fatty acids […]
Eating a healthy breakfast is a very important step to optimal health. Previous research has shown that protein in breakfast can prevent blood sugar spikes. More research has shown that a breakfast high in protein can also prevent weight loss. But can the benefits of a healthy breakfast extend to […]
We love our little furry friends. They are our loyal companions and they show unconditional love in a way that only few can. New research from Uppsala University in Sweden shows that kids who grow up with dogs have lower asthma risk than kids who don’t. The researchers analyzed data […]
Fast food has a bad reputation, and deservedly so. Most fast food is highly processed and loaded with sugars, fat and chemicals. On top of that, fast food doesn’t contain any nutrition. New research from the MRC Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit at the University of Southampton in the UK shows that […]
The anticipation of a new baby is a beautiful thing. Shopping for a baby can be exciting, and at the same time stressful. There is a lot to think about, including food, baby proofing materials, diapers, chairs, clothing, and so much more. The mattress on which your baby sleeps is […]
Researchers from Henry Ford Hospital are reporting that breastfeeding develops immune systems of babies, and susceptibility to asthma and allergies based on their gastrointestinal tract (GI). “The striking findings from a series of studies further advance the so-called hygiene hypothesis theory that early childhood exposure to microorganisms affects the immune […]
A common pesticide increases ADHD risk, by changing the development of the brain’s dopamine system. The dopamine system is essential for brain function and emotional expression. The study was conducted at Rutgers University. Study shows that common pesticide increases ADHD risk The research team found that mice that were exposed […]
Could music stimulate kids’ brains? Berthold Auerbach, German poet and author said, “Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Music has long been known as the universal language, and has a way of healing our emotions. Now, research from the University of Vermont College of Medicine […]
