Less sleep could tip the scales toward obesity for teens. New research shows that teen boys, in particular, put themselves at greater risk for weight gain by not getting enough rest. Although we know young children and adults with a … Read More

If you’re feeling blue, you may want to examine your diet. A new study featured in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that higher intakes of vitamins B6 and B12 are associated with a lower likelihood of depression in older … Read More

Millions grapple with childhood food allergies every day. One of the most prevalent and dangerous is an allergy to peanuts or tree nuts, such as walnuts, cashews or pecans. Now, new research suggests that the prevalence of peanut and tree nut … Read More

Recent legislation passed by several states require chain restaurants to post nutrition information for items on their menus, which is intended to lead to healthier food choices for children and help combat obesity. If you are concerned about making better … Read More

All children misbehave from time to time, but when they act out so regularly that it interferes with their social development, some parents are left scratching their heads. You want your children to be socially well-adjusted, and there are steps … Read More

For many people the morning procedure is ritual: use a cup of coffee to help you wake up.  Not surprising that most Americans need the morning jolt of coffee: more than 47 million adults in the United States are sleep … Read More

A recent study published in Children and Youth Services Review validates previous research findings that suggest participation in youth development organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs makes children and adolescents less likely to engage in problem behaviors.  The authors, … Read More

Though, narcolepsy is rare, effecting only one out of 2000 people, it is a serious and debilitating disorder. There may be some good news, for patients struggling with narcolepsy. New research may confirm the long held belief that narcolepsy is … Read More

Do you hate the idea of meeting new people? Maybe you’re scared to go grocery shopping because you feel like everyone is watching you and judging. Perhaps you skip a party because the idea of introducing yourself to strangers makes … Read More

You’re excessively sleepy during the daytime. You wake up feeling unrefreshed after a full night’s sleep. You have problems with memory and concentration. You get morning or night headaches.   These are just a few of the most common symptoms you … Read More

To play is to have fun. A new article from the Journal of Mental Health Counseling proved that adding adventure-based activities to play therapy can enhance the counseling experience for children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The study suggests, play therapy … Read More

Turns out making faces and sticking out your tongue might not just be for sassy kids – it might be the keys to a good night’s sleep. According to new research, if you suffer from sleep apnea treatment might just … Read More

In any number of ways, technology has improved our lives, and it’s certainly changing the lives of kids. The more hours a child spends in front of the computer and TV, the less time they are spending outside running around … Read More

Do your kids ever see whole fruits and vegetables at home before they go into their sack lunch or onto the dinner table? It seems that most of our food has been processed in some way by the time we purchase … Read More

In a study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association that tracked the beverage intake of girls over a 10 year period, researchers uncovered evidence that girls who regularly drink soda from a young age have poor diets … Read More

Some post-workout soreness for a day or so may be a small price to pay for keeping fit and strong, but what if a common kitchen spice could help reduce your pain costs even further?  New research from the University … Read More

Even under ideal circumstances, adolescence is a turbulent time. Furthermore, mourning the death of someone close is especially challenging during teen years. Recent research from the University of Melbourne’s School of Music suggests that music therapy can help adolescents cope … Read More

Recent research suggests that a proper morning breakfast plays an important role in keeping your pre-teen and teenage children at a healthy weight and at optimal nutrition status. A study conducted by researchers at the USDA and Baylor College of … Read More

In the world of nutrition, vitamin D is somewhat of a “celebrity” lately: while it receives a lot of controversial press, it  mostly earns red carpet treatment.  Vitamin D is involved in bone health, heart health, immune function, and appears … Read More

U.S. children consume up to three snacks per day, which make up more than 27% of their total calories, a new study found. And it’s not fresh fruit and cottage cheese that they’re munching on, either. Desserts, salty snacks, and … Read More