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‘Autism diets’ lack clear evidence of benefit

July 5, 2017 by Tim Crowe 2 Comments

Parents of children with autism often try diet changes or supplements to help improve the condition. A new review concludes that there is little solid evidence that any work. In children with autism, a variety of gastrointestinal problems and associated symptoms have been often reported which has led to the popularising of a variety of […]

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Peanut allergy treatment works well when started early

September 22, 2016 by Tim Crowe Leave a Comment

Showing even more promise in effectively managing the serious condition of peanut allergy, new research shows that exposure therapy treatment for peanut allergies may work even better if it is given to children earlier. Peanut allergy is a condition now affecting almost 3 in every 100 children. It is also one of the most severe food […]

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Kids with ADHD at higher risk of becoming obese and inactive teens

April 30, 2014 by Tim Crowe 3 Comments

If you have had close connection to a child with ADHD, then intuition says that all of that unfocussed physical activity should surely translate into a lower body weight. Showing that intuition is not always right, tracking of the health and weight of children with ADHD into adolescence has surprisingly found that these children are at […]

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Commercial baby foods come up short

October 23, 2013 by Tim Crowe 1 Comment

A detailed survey of commercial baby foods has found that many do not measure up in meeting the dietary needs of an infant when weaning, compared to what breast milk or home-made foods can provide. The introduction of solid foods is an important stage in the development milestones of an infant. Commercial infant foods are […]

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Want healthy kids? Feed them the same as what you eat

July 10, 2013 by Tim Crowe 2 Comments

A major new study has called into question the traditional view that family meal times should be enjoyed together around the dinner table if youngsters are to pick up good eating habits. Having children eat the same foods as grown-ups appears a more important guide to kids developing healthy eating habits. The habit of eating […]

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