A healthy diet including fruits and vegetables, regular exercise, and a reasonable weight can often prevent or manage Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is different. How can these two types be dealt with?
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 Encouraging Hygiene for Pre-Teens and Teens
Why do so many young teens resist washing their hair and brushing their teeth? It’s part of their need for independence. But since results aren’t healthy (or pleasant!), parents need to go beyond “plead – nag – yell – repeat.”
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Parenting children with autism is all the more heartbreaking because this disorder is so mysterious. What causes it, and how can it be overcome? New treatments keep cropping up, but they’re not all equally well researched.
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Body piercings and tattoos are all the rage. The key for parents concerned about the health issues? Talk with your teen, ask questions, provide information – and stay calm.
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While teens are struggling with puberty, parents struggle with how to help. The first step is to understand the changes that your child will undergo during this turbulent time. Your bonds with your child might even get stronger.
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No parent has the luxury of time it takes to decide if health claims like “natural” made on food packages are legitimate. Learn more about the three common yet confusing claims that consumer advocates are lobbying to change.
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