Believe me, there is no best list for first books, and there are no rules. If there is some book that you yourself were particularly fond of as a child, your own enthusiasm in now reading it to your child will be contagious, and that will be your “right book for starting.” Personally, I always […]
Sweets are not bad; they just need to be eaten in moderation. Most humans are born with a sweet tooth. We naturally seek out and enjoy sweets. What about side effects? ⢠First, tooth decay definitely increases with candy, but not if the teeth are brushed afterwards. ⢠Second, a high intake of refined sugar
Sunburn can quickly turn a pleasant vacation into a miserable experience. What most people fail to remember is that the symptoms don’t begin until two to four hours after the sun has already done its damage. Also the peak reaction of redness and swelling is not seen for a full 24 hours. It’s a misconception
Tension headaches cause a sensation of tightness that completes encircles the head. The neck muscles also become sore and tight. Almost everyone has had a tension headache. Tension headaches can be cause by a prolonged use of video games or a computer, or by excessive reading or typing. About a third of people develop a
The best time for losing weight is when a youngster is over 14 or 15 years of age. This coincides with a major concern in one’s appearance. A self-motivated teenager can follow a diet and lose weight, regardless of what the family eats, but set a good example. ⢠First, change the foods you buy.
Migraine headaches occur in 5% of school aged children and 8% of adolescents. If your child has two or more of the following features, he probably has migraines: • First, the headache is excruciating and incapacitating. During it, your child doesn’t want to watch TV or talk to anyone. • Second, many children have an
Acne occurs in 90% of teenagers. It’s due to overactivity and plugging of the oil glands. It’s not caused by dirt, fried foods, or chocolate. Acne usually lasts until about age 25, so your teenager needs to understand how to manage it. • First, wash the face with a mild soap twice a day, but
It’s a good idea to think in terms of the four basic food groups when planning your family diet. Ideally, you should be getting 20% of your calories from the milk, meat, and eggs food groups, and 80% of your diet from the fruit, vegetable, and grain food groups. Obviously, we eat excessive amounts of
Thanksgiving is the day our nation gives thanks for our many blessings. Since your greatest gifts are probably your children, be sure to take time today to make them feel appreciated. ⢠First, include them in the preparation of Thanksgiving dinner. Let them help you make the stuffing, stir the gravy, or decorate and set
Swearing has become commonplace in our society, largely due to TV and the movies, not to mention those bumper stickers. Children today hear bad language in grade school that used to be reserved for high school. But that doesn’t mean you have to listen to it. Here are some suggestions: ⢠First, have a rule,
