tag:www.nacfl.com,2005:/categories/healthy-kidsHealthy Kids Healthy Kids | Central Florida Natural Awakenings Magazine Healthy Living Healthy Planet2024-02-29T10:20:03-05:00urn:uuid:bb3b096a-d9f2-4e26-8306-aec8df2b20492024-02-29T10:07:30-05:002024-02-29T10:20:03-05:00Ear Infections: Holistic Treatments for Kids 2024-02-29 09:31:00 -0500Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNP Ear infections may be prevented by avoiding foods that lead to inflammation and mucus development. Frequent ear infections may also be caused by other food sensitivities or allergies to eggs, nuts, soy, corn or gluten, as well as exposure to environmental allergens.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6e428d02-56cf-4419-9935-10fe0c5152392024-01-30T15:05:30-05:002024-02-29T09:32:51-05:00Kidfluencers: Using Social Media for Positive Change2024-01-31 08:30:00 -0500Megy Karydes Social media has made it easier than ever to share ideas, and today’s generation of digital natives are adept at using it. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0747123e-2632-42df-b22a-f01ce594a57b2023-09-15T20:20:21-04:002023-11-01T14:47:15-04:00A Symphony of Skill-Building: How Music Spurs Childhood Development2023-09-29 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonFor adults, music has the power to instill feelings of joy, relaxation and calmness, or to motivate us when we are exercising or performing a task, but for children, there are added benefits.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a88c55de-8320-419b-a886-1cb25f70f0042023-08-28T14:45:50-04:002023-09-29T09:18:42-04:00My Child is Never Sick: Tips for Prevention with Annual Exams2023-08-31 09:31:00 -0400Carolyn CooganThe Salt Room Longwood serves all age groups in the Central Florida area with a safe, drug-free therapy proven to be effective for relieving symptoms of many chronic sinus, lung and skin conditions such as allergies, sinus infections, asthma and eczema. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:84f3fdd9-4f4c-44fd-a357-08accb131d6e2023-07-29T19:15:09-04:002023-08-31T09:31:24-04:00The Genetics of ADD and ADHD2023-07-31 09:31:00 -0400Dwight Franklin, MSOM, L.Ac There are countless ways in which a child’s genetics could be affecting their brain health and behavior. Once a child’s genetic profile is understood, we can start to implement the right solutions for diet, supplementation, and lifestyle changes. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6c40006a-5cab-4344-87d5-c254295716c32023-05-15T20:24:22-04:002023-08-09T23:26:40-04:00Conscious Fatherhood: Building a Better Family2023-05-31 09:30:00 -0400Julie PetersonFathers need to understand what matters most to them and then dedicate their time, money and energy in alignment with those priorities. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:40098202-7ad1-4773-9715-897783589b132023-03-16T20:35:48-04:002023-05-02T13:33:39-04:00Kid-Approved Autism Diets: Strategies to Optimize Nutrition and Acceptance2023-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Ana Reisdorf, MS, RDFor parents of children with autism, learning to manage this condition requires a multidimensional approach, including consideration of food and nutrition.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:88eb49db-c585-4cad-a292-1da2017196302023-02-16T15:20:57-05:002023-04-03T09:24:28-04:00Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children2023-02-27 09:30:00 -0500Marlaina Donato and Kirby BaldwinBetween 15 and 25 percent of kids have trouble falling and staying asleep. Common causes include stress, increased screen time, and less physical activity.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5ccc6c2-a15f-45e2-b13c-941594ceee7a2023-01-16T16:45:56-05:002023-08-10T13:54:54-04:00Heart-Healthy Kids: Setting a Course for Cardiovascular Wellness2023-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Ana-Maria Temple, M.DHeart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity; their middle-aged selves will be thankful.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5557844-f7b2-4b2a-903c-1b0d5a9fc2ad2022-12-13T18:02:56-05:002023-07-03T17:17:49-04:00Health in a Smile: A Holistic Solution to Impaired Mouth Syndrome in Children2022-12-30 09:30:00 -0500Brooke GoodeImpaired Mouth Syndrome (IMS) is a wide-ranging set of medical, dental and mood problems in children, but parents can take steps to nurture healthy dental/facial development.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>