The 4 worst foods for acne
Pimples are pretty much a given experience for kids around puberty time and moving through adolescence. For some kids, it is a daily challenge and a source of emotional stress that can have a strong impact on their self-esteem. We are often told that it is all about cleanliness and a proper skin cleansing routine […]
What foods help for acne
When dealing with teenagers, I inevitably get asked what foods help for acne. But there is no diet to get rid of acne in a week. Acne is an inflammatory skin condition that is not exactly what your pre-teen or teen wants to have to deal with. The occasional pimple here and there is perhaps […]
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t buy Supermarket Vitamin Gummies
Vita gummies may seem like a great idea to throw into that trolley if you are struggling with your child’s food fussiness and worried about gaps in their nutrient intake, concerned about their bouts of colds or wanting to support their brain development. But are they that good??
The mystery of molluscum?
What is molluscum contagiosum? Molluscum contagiosum, aka “water warts”, is a viral skin infection that appears as pinkish, little smooth bumps or pimples filled with an oily substance. What are the symptoms of molluscum contagiosum There may or may not be a redness around them. If you look close enough they may each have a […]
Bedwetting: 6 Important reasons why your child might be affected
If your child is bedwetting when it is no longer age-appropriate to be doing so, you may be quite literally “tearing your hair out” having to wash the sheets every day. The medical term for bedwetting is enuresis. Not many people would think that consulting with a naturopath or nutritionist would be the next logical […]
The lowdown on impetigo
What is impetigo? Impetigo, aka “school sores”, is a highly contagious superficial skin infection caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. It is typically an infection seen in toddlers and children and spreads in places such as day care centres, play groups and schools. It is much less common in adults but they can be affected, particularly if […]
How much protein does your child need?
Questions around protein intake are common, for kids and adults alike. Understanding your child’s macronutrient requirements can be confusing and overwhelming. Kids tend to gravitate toward carb-rich meals, and it’s often easier to appease them with foods they enjoy and that feels safe and familiar than try to ‘rock the boat’ with different options. But […]
Understanding iron deficiency in children
Iron deficiency is increasingly common amongst children, however it definitely shouldn’t be the ‘new normal’. It is estimated that approximately 8% of Australian children are anaemic with the leading cause being iron deficiency. In an ideal world, our children should: In reality, many children do not eat enough iron-containing foods (such as red meat). Compounding […]
Keeping Your Home Mould Free
Keeping your home mould free is one of the simplest things you can do for the health of you and your family. Mould presence in and around the home is an increasing concern for Australian households and their families. Especially relevant with the recent deluge of wet weather and flooding that has been experienced across […]
5 foods for healthy bones (that aren’t dairy)
We’ve all been told that eating and drinking dairy leads to healthy bones both in childhood and later in life. But is there truth to this statement or is it a case of mistaken food identity? While some research indicated that dairy can lead to better bone density, it isn’t clear whether it helps reduce […]