The holidays are upon us and for many (minus you Christmas Eve procrastinators), gift buying efforts are officially underway. December is Safe Toys & Gifts Month and according to Safe Kids Worldwide, “each year, more than 180,000 children are treated in an ER for a toy-related injury.” In light of this fact, we here at […]
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Four Sweet Ways to Donate Left-Over Halloween Candy This Year
Halloween is a blast, but when it’s all said and done, there can be too much of a good thing, particularly when it comes to candy. Instead of eating all or letting it go to waste, this year, show your kids a different kind of treat, the feeling of helping others. Halloween Candy Buy Back […]
read moreUnderstanding the Flu: Prevention, Risk & Symptoms
Depending upon the year and the strain of influenza that is most prevalent, peak flu season is likely to occur between October and February. On average, an adult catches the flu about once every 5 years and 200,000 Americans are hospitalized each year due to complications from the virus. The flu can affect anyone but certain segments of the […]
read moreNutrition and Your Children: Creating a Balance of Optimal Health and an Empowered Eater
Raising children is hard enough without having to think about every little thing they eat. But, like it or not, nutrition is a key component to raising healthy, happy kids. Especially in children, nutrition and exercise play an essential role in brain development, taste development, and food behavior far into adulthood. Because it’s National Nutrition […]
read moreREPLACE THE BONBONS WITH BLUEBERRIES
The next time you reach for a spoonful of ice cream, consider a handful of blueberries instead. If you have a history of type 2 diabetes in your family, or if you just have a sweet tooth, choosing blueberries may help you combat the risk of this life-altering disease. A little lifestyle change today could […]
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