One of the easiest and most effective ways to keep yourself from falling sick is by following the proper handwashing technique. When your hands are clean it can prevent germs from spreading to others. There is scientific proof that washing your hands with soap and water can guard you from the germs that cause infections such as the common cold and flu, pneumonia, Hepatitis A, stomach infections and other contagious illnesses.…
I can’t think of any other modern parenting invention that has proved more significant than diapers! Then again, with so many choices in the market, how to choose the right diaper for baby? Diapers, particularly disposable diapers, save parents from extra stress, from wasting time, and from stinky laundry loads. With diapers, you don’t have to worry about deep cleaning, scooping poop, carrying around dirty diapers, and best of all,…
If you’ve ever had a tummy infection, you’ve probably heard of the BRAT diet. It is a bland diet recommended for recovering from a stomach/gastrointestinal infection. It gives the gut a chance to rest and reduces the amount of stool produced. What is the BRAT diet? BRAT is an acronym for: B -Bananas R -Rice A -Applesauce T -Toast Why is it recommended? The BRAT diet helps with recovery from…
Childhood is filled with milestones — first words, first steps, first day of school, etc. Yet, although many of these milestones are welcome, joyous occasions, there are plenty of milestones that parents would prefer their children missed — especially their first cavities. A large number of children experience tooth decay before they start kindergarten. In many cases, that’s because their parents didn’t take the time to instill good dental hygiene…
Iron is a mineral that is necessary for our bodies to function properly. Most of the iron in our body is found in the blood as haemoglobin, which is a protein used to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues. There are broadly two types of iron: heme and nonheme iron. Heme iron is derived from the breakdown of haemoglobin and is only found in animal products. Plant-based iron is referred…