Monthly Archives: February 2012

How to Have a Toxin-Free Household like Jessica Alba

Like many parents, Jessica Alba had concerns that her children were being exposed to harmful toxins, even in her own home. Instead of sitting around and hoping for change, she decided to do something about it. Reuters released an article … Continue reading →

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No Point in Using Antibiotics for Sinus Infections

  Next time you and the little guys are struggling with symptoms of a sinus infection, you might want to think twice before rushing out for those antibiotics. The results of a recent study at Washington University have concluded that … Continue reading →

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The Safest Cold Remedies for Toddlers

With the FDA ban on cough syrup for children 2 and under, you’re probably struggling to think of safe cold remedies for your toddler, after all, they get colds, too. You probably feel that you have no safe options and … Continue reading →

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Eye-Opening Canadian Ban on DXM Cough Syups

What’s considered safe by some is not considered safe by all. In Canada, Dextromethorphan (DXM) cough syrups and medications have been banned for ages 6 and under. A new report conducted by Health Canada gives a look into the reasons for … Continue reading →

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4 Surprising Reasons Your Kids Need More Sleep

Your children have probably heard all of the standard reasons why sleep is good for them, and they are probably still giving you good excuses to stay up late anyway. There are, however, some benefits to sleep that might surprise … Continue reading →

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