While many doctors used to forbid children with asthma from playing sports, recent studies have shown that kids with asthma should be playing sports instead of avoiding them.However, asthma tends to improve over time if the individual is playing a sport regularly, especially in children. According to information released by the American Academy of Allergy, …
Bedtime is one of the most important times of the day for a child. Not only does sleep give children a chance to rest after the day’s many activities, but it also allows time for their brain to rest and absorb the material learned throughout the day. So, it comes as no surprise that child …
No matter what side of the debate you’re on, the earth’s climate and weather patterns are changing. And one thing is certain: these changes are affecting children with asthma. Studies show that air quality is worsening, temperatures are increasing, and plants are changing their behavior. Children are already more prone to sickness and disease, and …
Fall is spent in a busy rush buying school supplies for your child. You’ve made sure that they have a sturdy backpack, enough crayons to last the year, and their favorite cartoon character accessories. But are you overlooking your child’s allergy supplies? Fall also means taking care of allergy essentials for your child. Here are …
Obesity and asthma are two growing problems among children. More and more children are experiencing more attacks or new asthma symptoms as a result of weight gain. There is increasing interest regarding the cause-and-effect relationship that seems to exist between weight and asthma. Studies have now shown that there is a link between excess weight …
Allergies are miserable for anyone and everyone, but when our kids suffer from them it is especially heart-wrenching. Whether indoors or outdoors, in the city or the country, kids can find a wide array of allergy triggers. Parents are always searching for ways to stop or prevent allergies, and the good news is that there …
For being such a common disease, parents sometimes know very little about asthma. Nearly 7 million children in the U.S. have been diagnosed with asthma, according to the Centers for Disease Control. It is easy for asthma to go undiagnosed and therefore untreated because many of the signs and symptoms could go unnoticed, or be …
“Sleeping like a baby” has become a common term. However, not every child can get such restful or peaceful sleep. An estimated two-thirds of American children suffer from some kind of sleep disorder. Sleep is a cornerstone of every child’s development, and lack of sleep can cause serious problems with mental, physical and social development. …
People have been using natural remedies for thousands of years. Lemons have traditionally been used as an antiseptic and digestive aide, as well as a treatment for respiratory problems. With the rise in the popularity of natural medicine, many people are turning to lemons to help treat asthma. It is said that lemon juice can …
Asthma doesn’t stop when school starts. Children with asthma may in fact experience a worsening in symptoms when the school bell rings. Several factors make back to school time a peak for asthma attacks. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, there are 7 million kids in the US who have been …
