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The effects of sugary drinks on your child's health
Children's Health is a pediatric health care system in North Texas anchored by two hospitals, Children's Medical Center Dallas and Children's Medical Center Plano, as well as seven specialty centers and 19 pediatric clinics located throughout the region. They provide a number of education and outreach programs to support families and their kids.
2021
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Consumption of added sugars, particularly those in sugary drinks, poses a significant health risk to children and adolescents. This blog post puts into perspective how much sugar is hiding in the drinks we buy and consume on a daily basis - and aims to educate families to find healthier alternatives.
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Save Kids From Sugar
The Save Kids From Sugar campaign is all about helping parents see how much sugar is in their child’s diet and helping them make healthier choices. They have put together some useful downloads for parents to save/print and keep as a reference.
2021
Abstract
This campaign is packed with useful information for parents and families with regards to sugar consumption and kids' health. Plenty of resources can be found on the website, and they can provide clients with guidance towards a mindful way of food shopping and cooking. Ultra-processed-foods are everywhere - and they come with a lot of added sugar too.
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Your Child's Microbiome: Dr Kate's Complete Guide
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
Abstract
A healthy gut microbiome is important to many aspects of health, from digestion, immunity, energy and skin. This blogpost provides up-to-date information on children's microbiome health, exploring pregnancy, birth and the early years in detail and giving details of what can affect the microbiome and ways to support it. Nutrition Practitioners working with parents and children will find the infographic on Your Child's Microbiome included in this blogpost a useful clinical tool.
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Do probiotics help with eczema?
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
Abstract
Eczema is a common and unpleasant complaint. An area of growing interest is the role of probiotic bacteria and skin health. This blogpost gives details of the different types of eczema that Nutrition Practitioners may see in their clinics and presents the research on the potential role of different probiotic strains of bacteria. Research is presented on dysbiosis, immuno-modulatory and anti-inflammatory effects and intestinal permeability which will help Nutrition Practitioners with targeted and individualised probiotic protocols.