As technology continues to advance, it has become more and more difficult for parents to unplug their children from the electronic world. With distractions like cell phones, laptops, television and video games, it is easy for kids to lose themselves in the lure of today’s gadgets. Is there any hope for parents trying to tear kids away from their screens?…
Did you know that in the first few weeks of life, a newborn baby can eat as often as every 45 minutes? Talk about fast food! If you have a nursing mom in your life, you can help her adjust to her new normal with a few helpful tools for her breastfeeding journey. Breast Shields: may help reduce the pain associated…
As kids start a new year of learning, it might be a good time to check on their vision. Whether they’ll be in a classroom or learning virtually this year, your child may not always tell you they have a hard time seeing things. Since it’s best to catch any problems early, be on the lookout for any of these…
You may have had them baked or steamed, but have you had Brussels sprouts grilled? If not, you need to try them. Put the Brussels sprouts on a wooden skewer and grill them over the campfire for a healthy vegetable side. Before grilling, be sure to soak the skewers in water to reduce the risk of a fire. Brussels sprouts…
For many, going to the dentist ranks as our least favorite activity. Taking our kids to the dentist, ranks even lower. Our wonderful fans got together and shared their picks for the best pediatric dentists in metro Detroit who make the task a great deal easier for both parent and child. Oakland County All Smiles Dentistry455 Barclay Cir # A, Rochester Hills, MI…
The Northern Lights have always been a mystical, magical wonder of the world. They appear, then disappear. You might see them, you might not. There is something about chasing down the enigmatic Northern Lights that makes the phenomenon so intriguing. According to Canada’s Northern Lights Centre, the Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis in the northern hemisphere or “dawn…
One of the best things to do during a Michigan summer is to head out to your favorite lake and relax on the shore, ride around in a boat or cool off with a swim. So which watering hole should you head to? Don’t just consider the more famous ones like Torch Lake, Lake Fenton and Lake Michigan (the third-largest…
Working out is a great way to improve your health, but it can be frustrating when you’ve been working out for months and haven’t seen any significant changes in the way you feel or look. Fortunately, with a few tips, you can boost your fitness routine to help you get the results you want. Stop eating less Many folks who…
For those looking to improve their overall health and wellness, going on a plant-based diet is an option many have heard about but few know how to implement effective change for sustainable health benefits.
It’s something a lot of people probably have never heard of, let alone know how harmful it can be to the body – Candida. While it sounds our neighbor to the north, Candida is a common problem that needs waaaaaaaaay more awareness. Candida, which can be spread sexually and via common living spaces, is a genus of yeasts that is…
Editor’s Note: Biohacker, cellular-level expert and live blood analyst and detox specialist Anthony Beven, owner of Detox Day Spa, will be featured on “The Dr. Nandi Show,” on Sunday, March 8 at 1 p.m. on WXYZ Channel 7.
Staying fit in Detroit, or in any other major urban center, isn’t always such an easy task. With the appeals of technology, national news, entertainment, and other indoor activities, it’s all too easy to end up spending most of your days on the couch. Online shopping can be tempting too, as the data shows, more than 80% of internet users…
Research shows that without any educational activities over the summer, most kids will lose about two months of math skills. And kids in lower-income families will also lose an average of two months of reading and language skills. Repeating those “summer slides” year after year can really add up, making it tough to keep up with classmates. What’s a parent to…
You’re always grilling meat and vegetables, but have you ever thought about grilling your fruit? Fruit isn’t typically the first thing that comes to mind when firing up the grill. But it’s super easy and will enhance the taste. Fruit consists of water and sugar. When grilled, the water is reduced and the sugar caramelizes, making the flavor more concentrated. Grilled…
Eczema is a common skin condition that causes patches of irritated skin that may be dry, itchy, bumpy, or red. About 15 million people in the U.S. experience eczema and it occurs most often in young kids. About one in every 10 children will develop eczema. Eczema is uncomfortable for anyone, but especially for infants and kids. The good news…
