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More and more parents are incorporating organic foods into their family’s diet. Here are the top reasons why: Safer for little bodies Organic food is especially good for babies, whose developing digestive tracts and kidneys are more vulnerable than adults when exposed to pesticides. Research shows an organic diet can drastically reduce pesticide content in … Read more

How a little do, re, mi may boost baby’s learning skills. Of course, lullabies soothe babies – but research shows that listening to music boosts his memory, attention and even language skills later. A recent study at Brigham Young University showed music even helped the physical development of premature infants. To help your baby get … Read more

We all hear about “going green,” but it’s hard to know what we can do to truly make a difference – not to mention the cost and time commitment. To help, we’re put together an easy plan: make one (really!) simple change each day for a week, and you’ll be on your way to a … Read more

2. Colloids One of the more common uses of industrial chemicals in food is to form colloids. A colloid is any mixture of two substances—gas, liquid, or solid—where one is uniformly dispersed in the other, but they are not actually dissolved together. That is, the two compounds in the mixture don’t form chemical bonds, but … Read more

Over the past century, the food industry has developed or repurposed a number of chemicals to address the issues of scaling created when producing food in large quantities. Preventing illness, maintaining freshness, controlling costs, and meeting changing consumer demands have all presented challenges. Producing larger quantities of food increases the time between harvest and consumption, … Read more

“I’m so sorry!” Jessica Alba is late – and looks frazzled. “My washing machine exploded and my 3-year-old fell down the stairs wearing my high heels. We had to have a chat about why we don’t wear heels on the stairs.” It’s a sun-soaked Santa Monica, California, day at the offices of the Honest Company … Read more

13 to 18 months “I’m outta here!” When baby wants to make a break for it.  –Anitasethi Ph.D As your 17-month-old becomes more mobile, he won’t want to be defined. The little guy who was content to watch the world pass by his stroller would now rather get our and push (which is a challenge … Read more

New research throws mud at old thinking about sterile environments. Put down the hand gel for a second: a new study found infants who encounter a wide range of bacteria are less likely to develop allergies later in life. Pair that with past research that says the germs and microorganism that enter a baby’s body … Read more

With a simple diet tweaks, you can say goodbye to foggy brain and forgetfulness, and boost your long-term brain health, too. Lifestyle factors such as caffeine, alcohol, stress, fatigue and depression are all linked to short-term memory loss as well as old-age illnesses such as dementia and Alzheimer’s.   These factors, stress in particular, use … Read more

When Susan Dunn’s husband booked a holiday, she had no idea it would involve a 612km bike ride Surprise vacation He’d booked us on to the Macmillan Mexico Coast-to-Coast cycle ride, a grueling 612K bike ride featuring a 3,000m climb in the 40o heat. ‘In August 2010, my husband and I discussed booking a holiday … Read more

Almost as soon as your baby is born he will respond to stimulation and enjoy interacting with you. There is plenty of research to suggest that playing with your baby, singing to him, and talking to him can encourage healthy cognitive development and provide the foundation for his budding social skills. Allow your baby to … Read more

Calming Diaper Rash Diaper rash results from contact with urine or feces, which cause the skin to produce less protective oil and therefore provide a less effective barrier to further irritation. Almost all babies suffer from diaper rash at some point, and it can be very uncomfortable. Here are some of the best ways to … Read more

When to See your Doctor No matter what your baby’s age or your level of experience, you should learn which symptoms demand a call to your baby’s doctor—or, in some cases, emergency services. Always call your doctor if your baby: Has a stiff neck Persistently vomits Is vomiting or has diarrhea longer than six hours … Read more

Beetroot fritters Makes: 12 small fritters Per fritter; 51 calories; 0.9g protein; 2.8g fat (of which o.4g saturated fat); 5.5g carbs (of which 2g sugar); 0.8g fibre trace of salt. 1 dsp cumin seeds 4 large raw beetroots, peeled and grated 4 tbsp flour, plus extra for shaping fritters 2 garlic cloves 3 tablespoons olive … Read more

A vegetarian version of Sloppy Joes 359 calories per serving Total time 15 minutes Makes 4 Main-Dish Servings 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1 cup chopped green onions 1 cup chopped red, yellow, and/or orange bell peppers 1 Tbsp. garlic paste 1 lb. ground turkey 1 can (14.5 oz.) fire-roasted diced tomatoes 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce … Read more

Just some simple steps with few fresh items for this delicious dinner. 390 calories per serving Active time 25 minutes Total time 32 minutes Makes 4 Main-Dish Servings 24 frozen (thawed) extra-large easy-peel deveined shrimp (1 lb.), shells intact 4 slices white bread, crusts torn into pieces ¼ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and minced … Read more

Is your newborn keeping you awake at night? Learn how to cope with these simple steps. It’s a fact of life hat sleepless babies mean sleepless parents. It’s a fact of life hat sleepless babies mean sleepless parents. One of the biggest challenges fro you and your spouse when caring for your new baby is … Read more

She prefers to play alone, but we tell you why plat dates are still important to your toddler. Play is good for your toddler. Through it, he learns about the world around him, develops new skills and gets the opportunity to mix with others. However, you might wonder if there’s any point in arranging for … Read more

Aim for your tot to play with others his own age at least once or twice a week, if possible. While you could do this by taking him to a playgroup, you could also organize play dates and invite other children and their parents over. Aim for your tot to play with others his own … Read more

It’s time to get shipshape and “buckle your swash” in preparation for an imaginary voyage on the high seas, as the National Museum invites families to its Island Adventures! But tell them they’re going on an island adventure – and they’ll definitely get excited! Tell your children they’re going to learn about Singapore’s history this … Read more