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Tips for healthier KidsTip: Allergies & Ear InfectionsStudies have shown that kids and adults who suffer from recurrent ear infections frequently have food allergies. The occurrence of infection can be decreased by removing the offending food. Check with your doctor to rule out any food allergies that may be contributing to this painful problem. Tip: Avoid Tinctures Made With Alcohol Alcohol is frequently used in tinctures that are concentrated and contain liquid botanical essences because it helps preserve them. The alcohol, however, CAN make your child feel drowsy or woozy IF they are given too many doses in a day. Their tiny systems cannot absorb the alcohol well, so look for tinctures that are made with GLYCERINE as a preservative instead. It´s safer and can make the tincture more palatable to kids. Tip: Oatmeal, Barley & Baths You can add oatmeal or barley to bath water to soothe eczema or irritated skin. Simply mix two handfuls of either grain into a pan of 4 quarts of hot water, simmer 10 minutes, turn off heat, and allow to steep for 15 minutes. Strain and add the WARM (not hot) water to the bath. Or you can buy Aveeno, an oatmeal remedy available at stores, but this can be a bit costly. Avoid soaps and bubble baths Tip: Tea Tree Oil VS Lice If some of the other home remedies for lice seem too messy, you might want to begin by trying tea tree oil. Put a few drops on a fine comb and comb the hair well, or add 5 to 10 drops to a non-cream shampoo. Allow lather to remain on hair for at least 10 minutes before rinsing. Repeat daily until no nits appear in hair. Tea tree oil is an effective antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal - but it can irritate those with sensitive skin - so test a small area before using this remedy. Tip: Herbal Warnings & Kids Certain herbs are NOT to be used by kids and these include chaparral, pennyroyal, ephedra, germander, and comfrey. Also, avoid ingesting the concentrated oils from peppermint, eucalyptus and tree tea, as these can be VERY toxic. Less than ONE teaspoon can KILL a child or cause a severe reaction. Tip: The Importance of Water & Your Child One of the simplest ways we can help our bodies and our kids´ bodies stay healthier is by making sure we drink LOTS of water. Research shows that dehydrated bodies are more susceptible to illness and actually stay sicker longer. If we have the proper amount of fluid in our body, it helps rid our systems of viruses & other invading microorganisms. So, instead of drinking down sodas & sugar-sweetened juices, choose a tall glass of refreshing water more often. Putting water in sports bottles or one of the many adorable drinking containers made for kids is one way to trick them into drinking some extra ounces. Tip: Onions, Babies & Colic An old home remedy said to be very effective in easing the painful spasms of colic is simply to slice an onion and soak it in hot, pure water for about 5 minutes. Let the mixture cool and them give the baby one teaspoon of the onion-flavored water. Wait an hour and give another teaspoon if pain is still present. Tip: Lavender For Little Ones Lavender taken as a tea can help relieve nausea, motion sickness, and gas. A few drops of lavender oil placed on a child´s a pillow or PJs can help them fall to sleep easier. *Do not ingest lavender essential oil. You can also bathe your child in an infusion of lavender flowers to unwind tense muscles and to soothe frayed nerves (theirs & yours). Tea can be made by pouring 8 ounces of boiling water over one tablespoon of dried lavender flowers, steep 20 minutes, strain and drink. Tip: Chiropractic Help For Ear Infections Chiropractic adjustments can help eliminate chronic ear infections by helping the ear drainage return to a normal state. The adjustment removes vertebral subluxation, which is the misalignment of spinal bones that disturb the nerve energy flow. This then helps the middle ear to drain properly. No matter HOW many drugs your child takes to correct chronic ear infections the problem will continue UNTIL the middle ear can drain properly. This treatment works for adults as well and it can ELIMINATE the need for ear tubes for kids. Scientific studies have shown that chiropractic treatment can DOUBLE your immune response, naturally and totally WITHOUT drugs. Tip: Supplements For Healing If your child has suffered a bone injury, the body´s demand for calcium & magnesium will be increased. For kids over the age of 2 years, start with a daily supplement of 800 mg of calcium & 400 mg of magnesium. Do this for 2 weeks, then decrease the dose to 500 mg of calcium & 250 mg of magnesium for another month. Tip: Bath Time & Eczema It´s wise to avoid bathing a child with eczema for too long because long soaks deplete the skin of oil and can aggravate dry skin conditions. Also, do NOT rub the skin when you dry it. Just pat gently to avoid irritating the skin. Tip: When Does A Black Eye Need Medical Attention? Kids get black eyes from sports and general rough-housing, but sometimes medical attention should be sought, especially if the skin is split open; if your child´s pupils are not of equal size; if the child complains of persistent eye pain, double, blurred or decreased vision; or if the eye continues to tear excessively or become inflamed and produces a yellowish discharge. Tip: Results From Antibiotic Studies & Ear Infections The book, "Kids, Herbs, and Health," published some interesting results from studies done on the effectiveness using antibiotics to treat middle ear infections including findings that; *A Scandinavian study found that giving antibiotics at the onset of an ear infection increases the chance of recurrent infections nearly threefold. Delaying antibiotics until complications threaten only raises the recurrence rate by a third. Another study analyzing 27 trials, showed that 3 to 5 days of antibiotics worked as effectively as 10 days. Tip: Calming Chamomile Chamomile is one of Mother Nature´s gifts to frazzled nerves, for kids and grown-ups alike. It also works wonders for stomach cramps, including those caused by colic. It contains antihistaminic qualities & anti-inflammatory chemicals, which can be dabbed on skin to help ease the discomfort of hives or other skin irritations. You can make your own infusion by pouring 8 ounces of boiling water over a tablespoon of dried chamomile flowers (they should smell fresh & fruity)- cover and let steep for 20 minutes to cool. Or you can purchase tea bags or a ready-made extract tincture at your health food store. Offering baby up to 5 ounces of chamomile tea, not more than three times a day, was found to help ease colic in 57 percent of infants in one study. *Keep in mind that those with daisy-family allergies may have allergic reactions to chamomile. Tip: Hints For Calming a Hyper Child Diet plays a major factor in many hyper kids´ behavior and hard as it may be, it´s best to avoid too much caffeine or sugar, candy, cookies, soda, juices, - all the things kids love - and instead incorporate whole grain snacks, fruits & veggies, which can positively affect their concentration levels and their ability to sleep well. Also, often times, food allergies present themselves in behavior problems and irritability. There are some herbs that have been found to be helpful in helping kids calm down and these include Lemon Balm, Chamomile, Skullcap, Hawthorn, Oat Straw, and Schisandra. These can be used as teas or they can be taken in liquid extract form. Follow directions on container. Also, many hyperactive kids are deficient in essential fatty acids, so adding a supplement of evening oil of primrose, black currant oil or borage oil daily can help significantly. Dosage is generally 1 teaspoon per 33 pounds of body weight or follow directions on container. These oils can also be mixed into smoothies, salsas, dips, and salad dressings. It can take up to 6 to 8 weeks, however, to see results Start today on the road to better health - the natural way! Wealden Natural Health Above newsletter courtesy of http://alternativehealth.lifetips.com/cat/9875/healthier-kids/index.html |
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