Health Blog
Health information is more abundant than ever before. With so much content available, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of advice on what’s healthy and what’s not. Every day, new books are published about health, diet, and nutrition, while our social media feeds are flooded with experts warning us about what might be harming us and promising that certain supplements will fix everything.
Tired of feeling run down every time it gets cold or when your child comes home from school? I remember feeling under the weather on a regular basis when I daughter started day school and I was working at two different hospitals. Luckily, I found some supplements that have helped me from getting under the weather and have given me relief once I start feeling run down.
Keeping the mouth healthy is vital as it is essential for many different functions, the most important being that it is where the first stage of the digestive process occurs.
However, when oral health is not a priority it can result in an environment that allows harmful bacteria to flourish, giving rise to a whole horde of oral and/or dental diseases. This can include conditions such as cavities, dental caries, gingivitis, and periodontitis, to name the more prominent (1).
A thorough mouth-care routine is essential when maintaining adequate oral hygiene to prevent destructive diseases of the mouth. Along with a balanced diet proper brushing and flossing, adding a natural mouthwash and rinse – like Kids’ XyliSwish – to an mouth-care routine can provide oral benefits.
Every day you come into contact with millions of bacteria, germs, and viruses – so does your child. Some of these germs that linger on your body may be harmful, and may lead to immune challenges.
Learning how to rid your body of various pathogens is called ‘hygiene.’ This is the proper practice of preventing the spread of germs by keeping yourself clean. It can also boost the immune system, which makes it an essential skill to learn in childhood.
A well balanced diet should provide enough vitamins and minerals for children, although if their diet is poor, they may need additional nutrition support.
Nutrition is so important for children’s health because they need the nutrients for growth. Worldwide statistics show that 50% or more of children less than 5 years old have vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
As parents, we all want our children to thrive both in and out of school. Ensuring they get the right nutrients can make a huge difference in their ability to focus, stay calm, and maintain their overall health. That’s why we’ve developed Added Attention, a unique blend of vitamins, minerals, and botanicals specifically designed to support the nutritional needs of school-aged children.
