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Food Allergy VS. Food Intolerance
It’s pretty common for children to have a reaction to a certain food, but in most cases it's an intolerance rather than a true allergy. Why does it matter? Although they may have similar symptoms, a food allergy can be more serious. The following guidelines could help you determine whet...

GOOD-BYE PYRAMID …. HELLO MYPLATE
The Food Guide Pyramid was the model for healthy eating. Maybe you had to memorize its rainbow stripes in school. But the USDA, the agency in charge of nutrition, has switched to a new symbol: a colorful plate —called MyPlate — with some of the same messages: "Eat a variety of f...

Eating while breastfeeding
Whether you are a first time mother, or a seasoned parenting pro, breastfeeding often comes with its fair share of questions.  Below are some common questions and simple answers that will make you feel more relaxed about what you are eating and what you are feeding your new-born baby. ...

Fun in the Sun!
One of summer's big attractions is time spent enjoying sunny days. While sun exposure provides benefits in the form of vitamin D, which helps absorb calcium and build strong bones and teeth, it also has a potentially dangerous effect (the sun's light consists of invisible ultraviolet (UV)...

Dyslexia..learn more about it!
Dyslexia (say: dis-lek-see-uh) is a learning problem some kids have. Dyslexia makes it tough to read and spell. The problem is inside the brain, but it doesn't mean the person is dumb. Plenty of smart and talented people struggle with dyslexia.   But dyslexia doesn't have to ...



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