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Try this beverage to keep your child hydratedSubscriber Only
Manisha Chopra, nutritionist, dietitian and fitness expert shared that khus sharbat that gets its distinct green colour from the roots, is a diuretic with cooling qualities, making it a hydrating beverage.
Keep your child’s eyesight in check with these expert-approved tipsSubscriber Only
According to Dr Priyanka Singh, Consultant & Eye Surgeon, Neytra Eye Centre, New Delhi, eye diseases are very common in children as they are unable to tell the problems they are facing with their vision. If not treated on time, these gradually become a permanent disease, and the child has to carry it throughout their life.
New study suggests that Mediterranean diet during pregnancy improves 2-year-olds’ cognitive, social abilitiesSubscriber Only
The study followed children born to 1,221 high-risk mothers who were part of The Improving Mothers for a Better Prenatal Care Trial in Barcelona, conducted between February 2017 to March 2020.
Childhood inactivity is associated with cardiac disease in young adults: Study
Our study indicates that the accumulation of inactive time is related to heart damage regardless of body weight and blood pressure.
Mothers with depression more likely to experience parental stress: Researchers
Being a mother with depression carries increased risks for a child's physical and psychological health.
How to raise your kids in a junk food-free environmentSubscriber Only
Dr Suresh Kumar Panuganti noted that excessive salt can cause adverse effects on the kidney and heart, excessive sugar can cause obesity and diabetes as well, and the prolonged exposure of additives can cause cancer.
Psoriasis Awareness Month: How to manage psoriasis in childrenSubscriber Only
According to Dr Swapna Priya, Consultant Dermatologist, CARE Hospitals Hitech City Hyderabad, some children might be more susceptible due to a family history of psoriasis or other autoimmune disorders.
Babies almost all try crawling to get from Point A to Point B, but CDC says it’s not a useful developmental milestoneSubscriber Only
Since 2004, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published a set of milestone checklists as part of its “Learn the Signs. Act Early” program. Important skills are listed for a series of ages, enabling anxious parents to know whether baby is developing typically.
Rise of diabetes in adolescents: Nutritional advice to counter the problemSubscriber Only
Dr Meghana Pasi, Nutrition Consultant, MyThali, Arogya World said that the age of onset of diabetes in India is 10 years earlier than in the Western countries, posing a greater challenge as more individuals enter their productive working phase with this great risk.
A mother’s healthy diet can ensure good brain health of her grandchildren, genetic model study suggests
Published in Nature Cell Biology, the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute study found that certain foods could help prevent the deterioration of brain function.
Simple and effective tips to keep your child’s dental health in checkSubscriber Only
Dental health for kids is an important part of their overall health and should be established early. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tooth decay is one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood but is completely preventable.
Little sleep can take toll on health of both mother and child: Study
The research team also identified factors that influence the amount of sleep a mother gets. Not surprisingly, one of the strongest predictors is infant-signaled nighttime waking, which means the infant is more likely to alert the parent at night.
How to take care of your baby’s skin this monsoonSubscriber Only
According to dermatologist Aanchal Panth, during this season, kids tend to develop fungal infections, so taking care of the skin is important. Sweat dermatitis can also be seen due to excessive sweat logging.
MIND diet linked with better focus in school-aged children: StudySubscriber Only
Much like the Mediterranean and DASH diets on which it is based, the MIND diet includes recommendations for specific foods, such as fresh fruit, leafy greens and legumes, which promote brain health.
Ayurvedic skincare for children: Things parents must keep in mindSubscriber Only
According to Shreedha Singh, co-founder of The Ayurveda Co., Ayurvedic Acharyas advise parents to start caring for their children's skin from infancy.
Know more about hyperlactation syndrome, the condition that led to woman lactating record-breaking premature babiesSubscriber Only
The Aloha, Oregon, USA, native donated 1,599.68 litres to a milk bank between 20 February 2015 and 20 June 2018. In the endeavour, she has nourished thousands of children--even helping to save the lives of premature babies.
Effective strategies for parents to tackle uncontrolled obesity in childrenSubscriber Only
"The worldwide guidelines for bariatric surgery for childhood obesity have been revised and early intervention for morbid obesity in children has been recommended in the view of the early onset of diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and fatty liver disease seen at an early age," Dr Shashank Shah, Consultant, Bariatric Surgery, P D Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, Khar told indianexpress.com.
Diabetes in children: Symptoms, treatment and precautionsSubscriber Only
Dr Navneet Agrawal, Chief Clinical Officer, BeatO said, "Children with type 1 diabetes often experience severe hyperglycemia, resulting from insufficient insulin production. This can lead to a condition called diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Severe abdominal pain or repeated vomiting may also indicate the presence of diabetic ketoacidosis."
Breastfeeding is beneficial for both the mother and baby; here’s whySubscriber Only
Apart from various health benefits for the babies, which includes better immunity, long-term breastfeeding has been associated with a reduced risk of breast and ovarian cancers in mothers.
Monsoon health: Follow these expert-approved tips to protect your child from skin conditions this seasonSubscriber Only
Dr Aanchal Panth, Consultant Dermatologist and Hair Transplant Surgeon, Dermafollix Hair Transplant and Skin Clinic said, "Children are prone to develop skin infections in monsoon due to a damaged skin barrier."
Monsoon health: How to maintain a nutrient-rich diet for your kids this seasonSubscriber Only
A nutrient-rich diet should be complemented by a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, adequate sleep, and maintaining good personal hygiene to keep your child's immunity strong during the monsoon season.
Are your child airway’s swollen and narrow? Here’s what you need to knowSubscriber Only
Dr Poonam Sidana, Director Neonatology and Pediatrics at C K Birla Hospital, Delhi said, "Statistics suggest that around 1 in 10 children have asthma."
Vitamin D deficiency more common in children with TB: Study
The study, recently published in the journal Cureus, also found that a severe form of vitamin D deficiency -- less than 10 nanogrammes per millilitre (ng/mL) -- was higher among children with TB.
Doctors urge parents to prioritise children’s gut health to prevent digestive problems
Constipation affects up to 30 per cent of children. This is the most common cause of stomach pain in children and is often overlooked, said Dr Arun Wadhwa, visiting consultant, Paediatrics, Rainbow Children Hospital, New Delhi.
Pandemic babies’ developmental milestones: Not as bad as we feared, but not as good as beforeSubscriber Only
The rates of anxiety and depression among pregnant individuals were two to four times higher during the early phase of the pandemic compared to numerous pregnancy studies prior to the pandemic.
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