Kategoria BISAC: Health & Fitness >> Children's Health

Malcolm Finney, Medical Detective: The Case of Sugar Monster, is an adventurous story that explores childhood obesity and diabetes. It is a book that teaches children about how the body processes food and what happens when there is too much of it. This book helps children to understand the lifelong importance of making healthy choices and empowers them with the knowledge to do so.

Families affected by autism are thrown into chaos and despair. Parents ask, "How did this happen to my child?" To date, no one has provided a definitive answer as to what causes autism. Although there's much speculation, nothing has been proven scientifically. As a traditional Naturopathic Doctor, I've served families with an autistic family member for many years--and it is the entire family that suffers this syndrome. I have also observed triumphs in bringing autistic children forward to productivity on the road to self-sufficiency and an independent life. But I've also seen failures. I've...

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Ciertos sectores de la Pediatria espanola y de la Administracion echan en cara a nuestras familias la inconsciencia en la decision de no vacunar, nos culpan por nuestra actitud adoptada, nos dicen que somos malos padres e incluso nos tachan de asesinos. Esta situacion viene creada desde hace siglos por la creencia de los licenciados en esta tecnica transmitida por la Universidad espanola como inmejorable e incuestionable. Hace unas decadas, fuera de los centros del conocimiento oficial, las madres y padres recibimos una formacion superior que nos permitio...

A lively story of raising a child to enjoy real food in a processed world, and the importance of maintaining healthy food cultures
Why is it so easy to find sugary cereals and dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets in a grocery store, but so hard to shop for nutritious, simple food for our children? If you ve ever wondered this, you re not alone. But it might surprise you to learn that this isn t just an American problem.
Packaged snacks and junk foods are displacing natural, home-cooked meals throughout the world even in Italy, a place we tend to associate with a healthy Mediterranean...

It has been well documented in adults that taking time out for a little R&R or short meditation break can reduce stress and increase productivity. Well, it is no different for kids And with the over stimulated lifestyles they lead today, it could be just what the doctor ordered. Breathe, Chill- A Handy Book of Games and Techniques Introducing Breathing, Meditation and Relaxation to Kids and Teens is a valuable and practical resource for those who work with or have children in their lives. Like disguising broccoli in chocolate sauce, Breathe, Chill presents 70 engaging breathing, meditation...

Researching child and adolescent mental health can be a daunting task, but with the right practical skills and knowledge your students can transform the way they work with children and young people, giving them a 'voice' through their research in the wider community.

Michelle O'Reilly and Nikki Parker combine their clinical, academic and research expertise to take your students step-by-step through each stage of the research process. From first inception to data collection and dissemination, they'll guide them through the key issues faced when undertaking their research,...

Researching child and adolescent mental health can be a daunting task, but with the right practical skills and knowledge your students can transform the way they work with children and young people, giving them a 'voice' through their research in the wider community.

Michelle O'Reilly and Nikki Parker combine their clinical, academic and research expertise to take your students step-by-step through each stage of the research process. From first inception to data collection and dissemination, they'll guide them through the key issues faced when undertaking their research,...

Ten-year old Gage was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. He has written this heartfelt book about his struggle and about his hope to one day get a Diabetic Alert Dog to be his best friend and guardian angel. Written by Gage and illustrated by his mother, Kimberly, this book is a fundraiser to help Gage one day get his wish. These life-saving service dogs cost between $20,000-$25,000. Aside from Gage's story, Kimberly has added educational information about a parent dealing with a child's diabetes and has added some wonderful dog treat recipes to make for your furry loved ones.

Todo comienza cuando Oliver y sus amigos viajan a Fruityland, un lugar lleno de encanto y donde todo es posible. Los ninos deben descubrir el secreto de como volar en sus propios globos aerostaticos mientras evaden los peligros que encontraran a lo largo de su travesia. Justo cuando Oliver y sus amigos creen tener todo bajo control, se ven involucrados en una situacion aun mas espeluznante cuando se enfrentan con el famoso ladron astuto e inteligente quien hara lo que sea para robarse todos los alimentos nutritivos de Fruityland(R). Escrito por una especialista en nutricion, esta bellisima...

Herbal remedies can provide safe and effective treatment for common childhood ailments ranging from diaper rash and teething to sore throats and conjunctivitis. In this Storey BASICS(R) guide, Rosemary Gladstar shows you how to prepare soothing salves, syrups, tablets, and teas that support children's health. With simple instructions, clear dosage guidelines, and in-depth profiles of 24 medicinal herbs, you'll soon be confidently easing your child's achy flu with some hibiscus tea and using the healing properties of nettles to combat bouts of hay fever.

Research indicates that at any given time approximately one in seven Canadian children and youth under the age of 19 is likely to have a serious mental disorder that impacts their development and ability to participate in common adolescent activities. Sadly only one in five Canadian children who need mental health services currently receives them.

Das vorliegende Buch widmet sich im Allgemeinen dem Thema Ubergewicht und im Speziellen, dem immer schlimmer werdenden Kampf von Kindern mit ihren uberschussigen Kilos. Betrachtet werden zunachst Ursachen und Entwicklungstendenzen. Anschliessend folgt eine sehr satirische Anleitung zum Dicksein." Darauf folgen, zwar ebenfalls sehr salopp geschriebene aber dennoch konkrete, Handlungsempfehlungen, um eingefahrene Denkmuster zu beseitigen, neues Wissen zu schaffen und Losungsansatze zu generieren. Dabei werden die absolut notwendigsten Ernahrungsgrundlagen erklart und so Wissen und Verstandnis...

Seit ihrer Einfuhrung vor 200 Jahren geben Impfungen zu Kontroversen Anlass. Die einen erachten Krankheiten primar als gefahrlich oder zumindest lastig. Sie sehen in Impfungen ein probates Mittel, um sie zu vermeiden und moglichst auszurotten. Andere betonen demgegenuber auch den Nutzen gewisser Krankheiten und die moglichen Gefahren von Impfungen. Bei jeder Impfung gilt es die Gefahrlichkeit der Krankheit gegen die potentiellen Impfnebenwirkungen und alternative Behandlungsmethoden abzuwagen. Leitfaden zur Impfentscheidung bietet Ihnen eine kritische Auseinandersetzung mit wichtigen Fakten...

"You Are Special" plants a seed of self-worth by encouraging children to recognize and acknowledge good qualities in themselves and others. Overall this book promotes having a healthy self-esteem.

This story is about a playful little boy who does not like to go to sleep and a friendly fun loving character, Mr. Sleep, who is misunderstood by Jacquay. Discover how Mr. Sleep wins Jacquays trust.

Children will love the friendly character, Mr. Sleep. This is a great story for children to read for fun or to read to children at nap time or bed time. Jacquay and Mr. Sleep is a "marvelous tuck in story."

Leap into the wonderful world of Fruityland(r) where anything is possible Join Oliver and his friends as they embark in their yellow school bus on an exciting strawberry adventure. From an enchanted path with talking trees to a friendly giant with flying horses, young readers will experience the sensation of soaring and swooping over valleys, fields, and meadows while learning priceless nutritional facts along the way.

Luna es una nina a la que le encanta bailar y cantar. Pero ultimamente siente un tremendo dolor en sus piernas que le impide seguir haciendo lo que mas le gusta. Podra solucionarlo? Un cuento original e innovador."