The snow is finally threatening to melt and cabin fever is reaching its peak. We can all breathe a sigh of relief that we can finally get the kids outdoors without the hassle of extra sweaters, snowsuits, boots, mittens, hats and scarves. If you are noticing that your child seems to be getting a cold (runny nose, itchy eyes and throat, congestion, etc.) and can’t seem to shake it, your child may be suffering from allergies. Many kids have allergies. They can have food allergies and/or environmental allergies. Symptoms can range from mildly annoying to life-threatening. So what exactly are allergies, and what do you need to know about them?
Childhood may seem to move at a faster pace these days, but children don’t. According to the World Health Organization, up to 80 per cent of the world’s children aren’t getting enough exercise. You can reverse this troubling trend at home, though. These family-fitness tactics for kids of every age will help your brood embrace better health, improved energy and more fun.
Has your kid become a couch potato? According to recent stats from the Centers for Disease Control, children between the ages of eight and 18 spend an average of three hours watching television, videos, DVDs and movies every day - and many children watch more than that. All this inactivity is one reason today’s children are heavier than ever before.
Fresh fallen snow provides a host of fun activities that are sure to cure your cabin fever and improve your family’s health. Huddled in front of the fire is one way to pass the cold winter days, but keeping your family active all year round is the best way to ensure your kids embrace healthy lifestyle habits that will last into adulthood.
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