Like common colds, cough is one of the most frequent illnesses in childhood. There are some measures that you can do at home to keep your child comfortable during these times: First, persistent coughing episodes can cause sorethroat. You can give him hot drinks to soothe his aching throat. You can expose him to warm…
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One of the most common questions that parents ask during well child visits to their doctor is about vitamin and mineral supplementation that is best suited for their child. It is important to remember that not all children are advised to have this supplementation. Here are examples of situations in which multivitamin and mineral supplementation…
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Parents want their kids to be healthy all the time. Aside from giving their kids nutritious food, parents also buy vitamin and mineral supplements to keep them protected. Here are some tips when buying those vitamin and mineral supplements: First, avoid buying those that provide vitamin and mineral doses that are over the recommended daily…
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There are hundreds of viruses that cause common colds. Here are some preventive measures that you can do to protect your child: First, teach your child how to wash their hands properly with water and antibacterial soap. Demonstrate to them the proper technique in handwashing. Remind them to always clean their hands after playing or…
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Constipation is the condition wherein there is a change of frequency in defecation. There is usually a delay for several days or difficulty in bowel movement. This is characterized by pellet-like stools, straining during defecation, accompanied by abdominal pain, discomfort, distention and flatulence. There are many factors that cause constipation namely changes in diet, insufficient…
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Choosing the right gym for you is important. If you’ve made the wrong choice in your gym selection, you might become unhappy and not motivated enough and you might end up not exercising at all. Here are some things that you need to consider when choosing an ideal gym for you: First, accessibility. Choose a…
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Exercise is the key to a healthy body. But what will you do if you don’t have the budget to go to the gym? Here are some tips which you can do to increase your calorie expenditure without going to the gym: First, try walking. Don’t drive yourself to work all the time. Why not…
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Losing weight is a constant struggle. It’s hard to start your diet and exercise regimen to lose that excess pounds and once you’ve started, it is also hard sticking to it. Here are some tips which may be helpful to you: First, think of your motivation. Do you want to please others or yourself? Do…
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It is so hard to get sick these days. You not only miss out important family activities, but you also run the risk of having to many absences from your work. Medicines and hospitalizations are also quite expensive so there’s a need to always be on top shape to protect yourself from illnesses. Here are…
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Summer is the time to go to the beach and to engage in different outdoor sports activities. It is the time to have fun but also the time to keep yourself extra protected from the risk if dehydration, heat stroke and even skin cancer. Here are some tips to keep you healthy and protected during…
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