tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88392667612948713602024-03-04T23:07:55.943-08:00Keeping Kids HealthyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-56623898208192395942014-11-03T03:42:00.001-08:002014-11-03T03:42:47.420-08:00As Cow’s Milk Wanes in Popularity, Vitamin D Deficiency Rises<div class="MsoNormal">
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the average child’s diet. It is often the drink of choice offered with meals
and snacks. Packed with protein and vitamins, it’s no wonder it has been
considered an essential part of a growing child’s diet. <o:p></o:p></div>
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According to <a href="https://www.motherjones.com/files/err149-1.pdf">research</a> from the US
Department of Agriculture, most Americans aren’t consuming enough dairy
products. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans from 2010 recommends 2
cup-equivalents per day for children aged 2 to 3 years, 2.5 for those aged 4 to
8 years, and 3 for Americans older than age 8. However, per capita dairy consumption
has long held steady at about 1.5 cup-equivalents, despite rising cheese
consumption.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In terms of long term trends, interestingly, the USDA has
<a href="http://www.ers.usda.gov/media/868563/err28c_002.pdf">found</a> that per
capita consumption of fluid milk is declining in high-income countries while
growing in developing countries. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Fortified milk is an important source of vitamin D for
children. However, parents in developed countries have been choosing in
increasing numbers to feed their children unfortified non-cow’s milk such as
soy, rice, almond or oat milks since the turn of the millennium. Fears of milk
allergy, lactose intolerance, growth hormones and antibiotics often used to
treat dairy cows have been cited as reasons for turning away from feeding their
children cow’s milk after weaning.<o:p></o:p></div>
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What does this cultural shift mean for vitamin D levels
in young children? A recent study <a href="http://www.cmaj.ca/content/early/2014/10/20/cmaj.140555">published</a> in
the <i>Canadian Medical Association Journa</i>l sought to find the answer. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Researchers tested the serum vitamin D levels of a group
of 2831 children. The group included both cow’s milk and non-cow’s milk
drinkers. Researchers looked at differences in blood levels of vitamin D associated
with drinking cow's milk and non-cow's milk.<o:p></o:p></div>
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According to Dr. Jonathon Maguire, a pediatrician and
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drinking only non-cow's milk were more than twice as likely to be vitamin D
deficient as children drinking only cow's milk. Among children who drank
non-cow's milk, every additional cup of non-cow's milk was associated with a
five per cent drop in vitamin D levels per month."<o:p></o:p></div>
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As western society moves away from the habit of drinking
milk, these results are a cause for concern for the parents and the medical
community. The key factors underlying proper vitamin D levels are either
adequate milk intake or <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=13794&PF=&did=1217&G=&lang=EN&SM=">supplementation</a>.
We hope that this study will encourage parents and doctors to make sure to
monitor vitamin D levels in children who avoid cow’s milk for various reasons.<o:p></o:p></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-50268999918101624762014-09-22T05:39:00.001-07:002014-09-22T09:43:16.131-07:00Research Update on Omega 3 EPA and ADHD in Children<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">ADHD (<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attention_deficit_hyperactivity_disorder">Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder</a>) is a disorder with far reaching implications for children beyond its compromising effect on school achievements. ADHD has been linked to symptoms of anxiety, depression (1, 2) and impaired interpersonal relationships (2,3). One of the symptoms that characterize ADHD is the failure to recognize facial expressions which in turn causes difficulties in responding appropriately to social situations (3). <br /><br />The ability to read correctly facial expressions and respond to them is important for successful interactions and healthy relationships with peers and family. One way scientists measure the ability to recognize social situations and react accordingly is through testing facial expression recognition. <br /><br />An ongoing, double blind, placebo controlled, intervention study conducted by Granot et al. found that high EPA supplementation (500 mg EPA, 100 mg DHA daily) resulted in improvement of facial expression recognition and especially in recognition of happy faces, in 9-16 year old children diagnosed with ADHD and treated with Methylphenidate (MPH – commonly known as Ritalin). Interim results of this study were presented at the 2014 International Neuropsychological Society Mid-Year meeting. These results are shown in the figure below. </span>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">These promising findings indicate improved social skills and raised optimism levels as a result of omega 3 high EPA supplementation. This is good news for children and parents coping with the challenges of ADHD, especially given the limitations of traditional Ritalin therapy. <br /><br />While Ritalin is very effective in addressing impulsivity and improving focus and attention, it offers only slight improvement in emotional stability. Furthermore, Ritalin does not address other ADHD symptoms such as depression, anxiety, psychosomatic complaints and difficulty in successfully engaging in social situations. Omega 3 high EPA supplementation may complement traditional ADHD therapies and help these children deal with the emotional challenges concomitant with the disorder.<br /><br />EPA is a central ingredient in Anlit's new <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16920&PF=&did=1217&G=7648&lang=EN&SM=">Omega 3 Focus</a> supplement that will be presented at the upcoming CPhI conference in Paris, October 7-9. For more information about this and other children focused supplement products, please visit us at booth 4G80, hall 4, at the conference. Click <a href="http://www.cphi.anlit4kids.com/?utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Social_Media&utm_campaign=CPHI">here</a> to schedule a meeting with us at the conference. We look forward to seeing you there. <br /><br />References: <br /><br />1. J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2001;40:704-10 <br /><br />2. Child Adolesc Psychiatr Clin North Am. 1992;1:539-52 <br /><br />3. Pediatric Neurology. 2006;35:93-97 </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-63746056496715796102014-09-18T03:39:00.000-07:002014-09-18T03:39:23.779-07:00Micronutrient Levels and Childhood Obesity: What’s the Connection?<div class="MsoNormal">
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Childhood obesity is a topic of concern for parents spanning
the globe as the number of children dealing with this problem has grown from
year to year. Doctors and scientists are working tirelessly to understand how
to curb this problem and provide a healthier future for all of our children.<o:p></o:p></div>
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According to the <a href="http://www.who.int/dietphysicalactivity/childhood/en/">World Health
Organization</a>, in 2010 the number of overweight children under the age of
five, was estimated to be over 42 million worldwide. In the US, the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that over the past 30 years,
childhood obesity has doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents. Excess
weight during childhood can lead to obesity during adulthood, as well as health
problems such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.<o:p></o:p></div>
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There is a medical consensus that childhood obesity can be
prevented. How this can be done efficiently on a global scale remains a
mystery. A few studies done in the last decade have explored the link between
vitamin deficiency and childhood obesity. Doctors are keen to understand
specifically how micronutrient levels in the body affect metabolism, insulin
uptake and chronic inflammation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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According to a <a href="http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/met.2010.0020">study</a>
published in <i>Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders</i>, Iranian
researchers found that <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16671&PF=16&did=1217&G=7648&lang=EN&SM=7667">zinc
supplementation</a> had a marked effect on insulin resistance, oxidative
stress, and inflammation among prepubescent children with metabolic syndrome, a
common disease caused by obesity. Two groups of children participated in the
study. One group was given a placebo and the second group was given daily zinc
supplements. The groups were switched after a month-long break. In both groups,
children who received zinc exhibited a decrease in their mean weight and BMI,
in addition to decreased LDL cholesterol. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Another <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3875915/">study</a> published
in the journal <i>Nutrients</i> in December 2013 examined how <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/sbs.py?&_ID=7648&did=1217&G=7648&PF=1&lang=EN">Vitamins
A, C, E, iron and zinc</a> affect children suffering from obesity and metabolic
syndrome. The objective of this study was to evaluate the relationship between
micronutrient status and obesity, lipid profile, insulin resistance and
low-grade systemic inflammation in school-aged children. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The researchers examined a group of 197 school-aged children
using the following parameters: body composition, blood analysis, dietary
intake and socioeconomic status. After analyzing the data, the scientists came
to the following conclusions: <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="background: white;">In conclusion, low vitamin C concentration and the vitamin
E:lipids ratio were associated with obesity. In addition, low concentrations of
vitamins A, E and zinc in children who were overweight and obese were
associated with lipids, inflammation and insulin resistance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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required in order to fully understand how vitamin levels in the body affect
obesity and vice versa. But this is a promising start that we hope will aid
doctors and scientists in their search for a solution to the childhood obesity
problem.</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-67085868201026395792014-08-31T06:37:00.000-07:002014-08-31T06:37:23.491-07:00Zinc Is Vital For Infant Growth<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgACDKDyKlTlle4thkuVeY-qLq916H151faqIHd1Gx_9Xe9mIWbzB9I2bS8fNg798so-n-7tQ1J0Ddc_wCIDqiCl4TdUTY7d42YRMWpJDUqULDwQT6ADI5CDn8_K-HQfWXalzzHTDT4Mlui/s1600/Fotolia_51118409_XS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgACDKDyKlTlle4thkuVeY-qLq916H151faqIHd1Gx_9Xe9mIWbzB9I2bS8fNg798so-n-7tQ1J0Ddc_wCIDqiCl4TdUTY7d42YRMWpJDUqULDwQT6ADI5CDn8_K-HQfWXalzzHTDT4Mlui/s1600/Fotolia_51118409_XS.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a>Zinc is an essential trace element for children’s health. It plays an important role in supporting a wide range of biological functions, including:<br />
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<li>activating growth and cell division in infants, children and teenagers</li>
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Worldwide, zinc deficiency is usually found among lower income populations and in many developing countries, where a normal diet is generally plant-based (lower zinc content). Global estimates of zinc deficiency by the <a href="http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0050568">World Health Organization</a> are around 17% of the population, but figures can reach up to 25% and 29% for Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia respectively. Zinc deficiency symptoms include slowed growth, low insulin levels, loss of appetite, irritability, generalized hair loss, rough and dry skin, slow wound healing, poor sense of taste and smell, diarrhea, and nausea. <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16671&PF=16&did=1217&G=7648&lang=EN&SM=7667">Zinc supplementation</a> is one of strategies used by public health officials to combat zinc deficiency and its consequences in children.<br />
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A recent study published in the <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24829711">International Journal of Preventive Medicine</a> takes a closer look at the relationship between zinc deficiency and infant growth. The goal of the study was to examine how zinc supplementation affects the linear growth of children 6-24 months of age and the feasibility of its implementation in the context of primary health care system.<br />
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Rural community health centers providing maternal and child care in two areas with moderate rates of malnutrition were randomly assigned to intervention and control groups, including 393 and 445 children 6-24 months of age, respectively. Children in both groups received routine iron and multivitamin or vitamin A and D supplements through PHC services. Mothers of children in the intervention group were asked to give a single dose of 5 ml/day zinc sulfate syrup (containing 5 mg elemental zinc) to their children for 3 months while children in the control group did not receive the supplement.</blockquote>
The study’s authors found a 0.5 cm difference in height in the group that received the supplement as compared with the control group. Zinc supplementation had no effect on either group’s weight.<br />
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The study concluded that oral zinc supplementation provided by primary health care workers was effective in increasing the linear growth rate of children less than 2 years of age.<br />
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The European Food Safety Authority has also <a href="http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/efsajournal/pub/1229.htm">concluded</a> that there is scientific evidence to support health claims regarding the dietary intake of zinc, normal immune function, and normal DNA synthesis and cell division. Accordingly, <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16671&PF=&did=1217&G=&lang=EN&SM=&_UserReference=79B29ABAD75AC60B53F9FE23">zinc</a> supplements have become an important part of immune system protection during the winter months in addition to supporting children’s growth.<br />
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This research demonstrates how vital trace elements like zinc are to proper growth and development for all children. Most kids who eat a balanced diet usually get enough of this mineral but parents of picky eaters should pay particular attention to zinc intake. Zinc deficiency can have serious consequences and all parents and doctors should be aware of them.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-67871240414352089752014-08-10T08:27:00.001-07:002014-08-10T08:27:28.583-07:00Treating Children’s Asthma with Magnesium<div class="MsoNormal">
Chronic childhood asthma is a global public health
challenge. According to World Health Organization estimates, it is the most
commonly diagnosed chronic disease among children, with 235 million people
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Asthma is often under-diagnosed and under-treated, which can
create a substantial burden for children and families in terms of both cost and
the need to limit sports and other physically demanding activities.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Standard asthma treatment usually takes a two-pronged
approach: The “rescue” treatment which includes inhaled short-acting
bronchodilators to relieve immediate symptoms such as shortness of breath, and
the “maintenance” treatment, which includes the use of inhaled corticosteroids
and leukotriene antagonist medications to help keep symptoms under long term
control. <o:p></o:p></div>
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A new <a href="http://www.prrjournal.com/article/S1526-0542(14)00075-X/abstract">study</a>
published in the July issue of the <i>Paediatric Respiratory Review </i>suggests
that magnesium should be added to the roster of conventional therapies for
acute asthma in children. Acute asthma occurs when symptoms cannot be
controlled with the treatments mentioned above and the patient must seek
emergency treatment.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Until now, doctors have been uncertain as to whether magnesium is
really an effective agent in relieving acute asthma symptoms. However, the
authors of the study, Stephen Jacobe and Mon Ohn<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 107%;">, </span>now
believe that there is accumulating evidence that either inhaled or intravenous magnesium
is both safe and beneficial to children presenting with acute severe asthma.
Further study is needed to determine the optimum dose and mode of
administration.<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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These results are not all that surprising. A previous <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20100026">study</a> from 2010 had
concluded that adults who received oral magnesium supplements over a six month
period showed marked improvement in asthma control and quality of life. This is
in addition to a double-blind <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16788707">study</a> from 2007 which
demonstrated that children who received oral magnesium supplementation experienced
improved bronchial health, fewer skin allergies and better symptom control when
paired with inhaled fluticasone, a standard asthma medication.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Every child deserves to live a healthy and active life. We
are pleased to hear that <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16322&PF=&did=1217&G=&lang=EN&SM=&_UserReference=AE3A55F2B18520F553C51C22">magnesium
supplements</a> are being integrated into standard asthma treatment for
children and we look forward to further scientific research in this area. <o:p></o:p></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-938095064263259402014-07-26T22:08:00.000-07:002014-07-26T22:08:21.603-07:00Micronutrient Deficiencies May Slow Down Wound Healing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Wound care is the process by which the skin repairs itself following any kind of injury, whether it’s the smallest paper cut or a major traumatic injury. Many common childhood injuries require either basic or advanced wound care - including scrapes and skin punctures due to common playground accidents, or surgical incisions for common surgeries such as appendectomies. <br />
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Basic topical wound care, such as regularly changing bandages and keeping the cut clean and dry, is common knowledge. But the role nutrition plays in aiding wound care in children is less well known.<br />
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Proper nutrition during wound care is vital for effective healing. If the body is suffering from vitamin or mineral deficiencies, it could lack the correct building blocks that enable effective wound healing. Diet can affect how fast a wound heals, how strong the wound tissue becomes and how well the body fights off infection. A poor diet can turn a normal wound into a chronic one that never heals.<br />
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There is a lack of consensus regarding nutritional guidelines for wound healing because there have been no generally accepted guidelines governing optimal nutrition to aid the wound healing process for children or adults.<br />
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Against this background, a recent <a href="http://ncp.sagepub.com/content/early/2014/05/28/0884533614533350.abstract">study</a> published the journal Nutrition in Clinical Practice sought to create evidence and consensus-based recommendations on optimal nutrition guidelines that would support wound healing in children. The study’s researchers were also trying to understand whether micronutrient deficiencies affect wound healing in children. <br />
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As a result of an initial meta-analysis of the current research, 6 articles were found that addressed the researchers’ clinical questions, and based on this information, they formulated 5 clinical recommendations. The researchers applied these recommendations to the care of 49 patients from December 5, 2011, to December 5, 2012. <br />
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According to the study:<br />
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Evidence supported evaluating patients for vitamin C, zinc, and protein deficiency. Of the patients where laboratory values were checked, 9 patients were zinc deficient (33%) and 12 patients were vitamin C deficient (48%). </blockquote>
The implementation of the researchers’ recommendations has led to increased awareness and testing for micronutrient deficiencies in children undergoing wound care treatment. In addition, there is closer monitoring of nutrition status and intake during the wound healing process. <br />
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This is an interesting study that will hopefully further the case for an international consensus on proper nutritional guidelines for wound care and other medical issues. We look forward to continued research into the impact of nutrition on disease and wound care.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-3634515789975969542014-07-19T22:55:00.001-07:002014-07-19T22:55:47.601-07:00Can Iron Play a Role in ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment?<div class="MsoNormal">
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The number of children being diagnosed with ADHD has grown
tremendously over the last 15 years. According to the US Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention, the percentage of children with an ADHD diagnosis
continues to rise, from 7.8% in 2003 to 9.5% in 2007 and to 11.0% in 2011.
There is vigorous debate as to what is causing the rise in diagnoses. The
etiology of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is attributed to
different factors: genetic, environmental, and biological (specifically
dopamine neurotransmitters). Iron plays a vital role, as it is essential for
the correct functioning of dopamine hormones and neurotransmitters. <o:p></o:p><br />
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The U.S. National Institutes of Mental Health reports that
thanks to brain imaging studies, scientists now understand that children with
ADHD have brains that mature in a normal pattern but on a schedule that’s
delayed by about 3 years. It is this delay that causes symptoms including
hyperactivity, difficulty in paying attention and controlling behavior. These
symptoms are usually controlled with some form of psychostimulant medication
like Ritalin.<o:p></o:p><br />
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A recent <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"></a><a href="http://pubs.rsna.org/doi/abs/10.1148/radiol.14140047">study</a>, published in the July 2014 edition of the Society’s journal <i>Radiology</i>
and sponsored by the Radiological Society of North America, may help doctors more
accurately diagnose children with ADHD and thus enable them to more effectively
treat children with the disorder in a timely manner.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Currently, doctors rely on subjective clinical interviews
and questionnaires in order to detect ADHD. The purpose of the study was to
look at whether brain iron levels could offer a potential biomarker for more
accurate diagnosis of ADHD, especially in borderline cases.<o:p></o:p><br />
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The research team measured brain iron levels in 22 children
and adolescents with ADHD, 12 of whom had never been on medication for their
condition, and 27 healthy control children and adolescents. The team used a
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique called magnetic field correlation
imaging. This is a new technique introduced by the study’s co-authors in 2006.
Iron levels in the body for all of the participants were measured by blood
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The study showed that the 12 ADHD patients who had never
received medication had significantly lower brain iron levels than the 10 ADHD
patients who had been on psychostimulant medication. Their brain iron levels
were also lower than the iron levels of the 27 children and adolescents in the
control group. In contrast, ADHD patients who had previous psychostimulant
medication treatment had brain iron levels comparable to the controls. This
suggests that brain iron may increase to normal levels with psychostimulant
treatment.<o:p></o:p><br />
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"Our research suggests that iron absorption into the
brain may be abnormal in ADHD given that atypical brain iron levels are found
even when blood iron levels in the body are normal," said Vitria
Adisetiyo, Ph.D., postdoctoral research fellow at the Medical University of
South Carolina in Charleston, S.C. "We found no differences in blood iron
measures between controls, medication-naïve ADHD patients or psychostimulant-medicated
ADHD patients."<o:p></o:p><br />
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Scientists are continuing to study the relationship between <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/sbs.py?&_ID=9565&did=1217&G=7648&PF=16&lang=EN&SM=9565">iron</a>
and ADHD. Another recent <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23582950">study</a>
suggests that blood iron levels can
affect the severity of ADHD symptoms, since iron deficiency is common in
patients with ADHD, and its correction may be useful in the treatment of the
disorder.<o:p></o:p></div>
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-24273581721726674542014-07-06T06:04:00.000-07:002014-07-06T06:09:25.325-07:00Scientists Discover Key Probiotic for Allergy Relief<br />
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Spring is generally known as “allergy season”, but July and August can be as challenging for allergy sufferers as April and May. Weeds and grasses are the main allergy triggers. The worst of these is ragweed, which usually arrives in August. Ragweed can travel many kilometers on wind currents, and therefore can trigger a reaction even in allergy sufferers who don’t have any of the plant growing in their immediate vicinity.<br />
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According to the <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/allergies.htm" target="_blank">CDC</a>, 6.6 million people have reported hay fever symptoms in the US in the last 12 months and 7.8 million have reported respiratory allergy symptoms. Reported skin and food allergy sufferers were 8.8 million and 4.1 million respectively.<br />
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Traditional allergy treatments include over the counter antihistamines, analgesics for pain relief and nasal sprays. Doctors can prescribe stronger remedies if OTC medicines fail to relieve symptoms.<br />
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For decades, doctors and allergy sufferers have relied on these treatments to help allergy sufferers. But recently, scientists investigated the possibility of using probiotics to treat allergy symptoms. According to the <i>World Journal of Gastroenterology</i>, researchers <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"></a>started to <a href="http://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/abstract_en.asp?f=3261&v=15">study</a> the relationship between probiotic supplements and allergies a few years ago and found that certain combinations of probiotics could reduce the nasal symptoms of allergic reactions.<br />
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Another study recently published in the <i>Journal of Functional Foods</i> looked at the anti-allergic behavior of ten lactic acid bacteria strains prepared from Mongolian dairy products and orally administered to mice injected with three type I allergy models. Type I allergy models include allergic rhinitis, food allergies, atopic dermatitis, and allergic asthma. Doctors have expressed concern that the incidence of these allergic diseases is increasing.<br />
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Japanese and Mongolian researchers involved in the study observed that of the 10 strains, the oral administration of the Lactobacillus plantarum (strain 06CC2 probiotic strain) “significantly alleviated” type I allergy symptoms across all three allergy models in the mice. The strain was isolated from the traditional Mongolian cheese, Aaruul – a curdled cow’s milk cheese which is dehydrated and dried in the sun.<br />
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The study’s authors noted that the impact of Lactobacillus plantarum was linked to T helper type 1 (Th1)/T helper type 2 (Th2) balance cells that play an important role in the immune system. Each type of cell has a different trigger and area of immunity specialization.<br />
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According to the <a href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1756464614001467" target="_blank">study</a>:<br />
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The 06CC2 strain was suggested to alter the Th1/Th2 balance toward Th1 dominance through intestinal immunity in these allergy models in mice, resulting in the suppression of mast cell activation, followed by histamine release and vascular permeability.</blockquote>
The researchers concluded that functional foods which include <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=3676&PF=&did=1217&G=7648&lang=EN&SM=" target="_blank">probiotic</a> supplements could be an important part of allergic disease treatment both prophylactically and therapeutically. We welcome this research and look forward to further study.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-626210844794151562014-06-22T04:31:00.000-07:002014-06-23T01:33:47.684-07:00Research Update on Vitamin D and Immune Response<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Relying on the sun for vitamin D <br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As summer approaches, now is a good time to consider the importance of proper vitamin D levels for children. Although the human body can obtain vitamin D from exposure to the sun and, to a lesser extent, from food, deficiencies still abound. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">There are many factors that can prevent children from getting sufficient doses of vitamin D from the sun, including </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; line-height: 107%;">decreased time outdoors</span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">, more clothing while outside and high factor sunscreen. The growing prevalence of obesity is also another cause of vitamin D deficiency. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The body must have vitamin D in order to absorb calcium and promote bone growth throughout childhood. Too little vitamin D results in soft bones in children (rickets) and fragile, misshapen bones in adults (osteomalacia).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">While vitamin D’s crucial role in bone health is well-known, recent research has shown that vitamin D is also necessary for healthy immune response.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21527855">A study</a> published in the Journal of Investigative Medicine suggests that vitamin D can play a vital role in proper immune system function. Scientists have found that vitamin D can actually regulate the innate and adaptive immune responses. According to the article:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Deficiency in vitamin D is associated with increased autoimmunity and an increased susceptibility to infection. As immune cells in autoimmune diseases are responsive to the ameliorative effects of vitamin D, the beneficial effects of supplementing vitamin D-deficient individuals with autoimmune disease may extend beyond the effects on bone and calcium homeostasis.</span></blockquote>
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">There have also been a number of randomized studies which associate lower levels of vitamin D with increased infection. The <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3447082/">Archives of Internal Medicine</a> reported in 2012 on a secondary analysis of the Third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey which studied almost 19,000 subjects between 1988 and 1994. Individuals with lower vitamin D levels (<30 ng/ml) were more likely to self-report a recent upper respiratory tract infection than those with sufficient levels, even after adjusting for variables including season, age, gender, body mass and race</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">It is this type of research that drives the need for high quality <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/sbs.py?&_ID=9568&G=7648&did=1217&PF=16&SM=9568&lang=EN">vitamin D supplements</a>. The far reaching importance of healthy vitamin D levels, and the lack of a consistent supply of vitamin D through nutrition or sun exposure, supports the use of a tasty, appealing vitamin D supplement as an important part of a child’s daily nutritional intake.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-79727379604140134582014-05-21T23:23:00.001-07:002014-05-21T23:29:59.361-07:00FPE/Vitafoods Wrap-Up: Enthusiastic Response to Anlit Product Launches<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Meeting new prospects at FPE/Vitafoods</td></tr>
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Anlit’s participation in the Finished Products Europe/Vitafoods conference was, as always, engaging and productive. We met many colleagues and learned a great deal about current and future industry trends. The conference was a great meeting place for vendors and global players in the pharmaceutical and food supplement industries and afforded us many excellent networking opportunities. <br />
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Anlit launched two new products at the conference: our new Fiber Gummy format and High EPA Omega 3 Focus product were featured at the event’s New Products Zone and Tasting Bar. The New Products Zone showcased new products launched by FPE participants. The Tasting Bar gave participants a chance to experience the taste and texture of the new products first hand. The response to both products was very positive with many visitors coming directly from the New Product Zone and Tasting Bar directly to Anlit's booth with inquiries and requests for follow-up discussions.<br />
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The <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ARCLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16940&PF=20&did=1217&G=9593&lang=EN&SM=7670">new Omega 3 Focus</a> product also drew the attention of the conference professional team that included Anlit's booth in FPE’s ‘Stay Smart’ Innovation Tour. The goal of the tour was to “improve communication and information surrounding the nutritional markets” and we were delighted to have a chance to share our products and knowledge of the latest research in a semi-formal framework.<br />
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Mrs. Sigal Tepper, Anlit’s Scientific Director, gave a seminar entitled “Putting it into Practice – Omega 3 in Kids Nutrition” on the last day of the conference. Ms. Tepper spoke of the importance of omega-3s for proper brain growth and development, in particular for children diagnosed with ADHD. The seminar had an intimate atmosphere and the audience was engaged, showing a keen interest in this important topic. <br />
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Indeed, the conference was very eventful and productive, however our work has just begun. We look forward to a fruitful year following FPE/Vitafoods conference with many new partners and projects.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-38125554763003832682014-05-07T11:36:00.002-07:002014-05-08T00:45:18.682-07:00Omega 3s and Child Nutrition: Challenges and Solutions<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>How omega 3s function throughout childhood</i></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We are having a great time at the Finished Products Europe/Vitafoods Expo here in Geneva. We’re meeting interesting people and learning a lot about all of the innovations happening in our industry.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you are at the conference, don’t forget to stop by at our stand, #10030.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 107%;">Today we will be giving
an </span><span style="line-height: 107%;">important seminar </span>at 10:30 am. Sigal Tepper, the Health Division Scientific Director of the Maabarot Group <span style="line-height: 107%;">(Anlit’s parent company)</span> will be presenting a talk on the latest research and the importance of omega 3 fatty acids for children entitled: <i>Putting It Into Practice: Omega 3s in Kids’ Nutrition.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Current research demonstrates that omega 3 fatty acids are imperative for proper brain functioning and development. According to WebMD, good sources of omega 3s are flax seeds, walnuts and cold-water oily fish like sardines and salmon.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The main omega 3 fatty acids are DHA and EPA. While DHA plays an important role in baby brain development, as children grown older, EPA starts to play a more dominant role.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">But what happens if a child is not particularly fond of flax seeds and sardines? A British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) survey in 2013 revealed that more than 80% of respondents don’t eat two portions of oily fish on a weekly basis and 18% have never eaten fish. Avoidance of foods high in omega 3s can lead to deficiencies which can be traced to cognitive and motor issues in children.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is why we have developed one of our latest products-- Omega 3 Focus, a delicious high EPA supplement designed specifically to appeal to finicky kids. You can learn more about the product <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/ProLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16920&PF=16&did=1217&G=7648&lang=EN&SM=9567" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ms. Tepper will present compelling research regarding these deficiencies and discuss their implications at her talk tomorrow. If you’re at the conference, don’t miss it!</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-81426432875628536812014-05-02T01:59:00.000-07:002014-05-03T23:36:38.688-07:00Introducing Anlit’s New Fiber-Rich Children’s Supplements<div class="MsoNormal">
We are delighted to introduce one of our latest products at
the upcoming<a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/sbs.py?&_ID=9952&did=1217&G=&title=Anlit%20Exhibiting%20at%20Vitafoods%20%96%20Finished%20Products%20Europe" target="_blank"> FinishedProducts Europe/Vitafoods</a> conference in Geneva, Switzerland on May 6-8. It’s
our new fiber-rich, calorie-reduced pectin gummy carrier. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Why fiber? A fiber-rich diet is essential to good health. According
to the Mayo Clinic, fiber has been linked to lower rates of diabetes, obesity
and even asthma. Moreover, fiber promotes satiety and so prevents overeating while
helping to keep the digestive system in proper working order.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Of course, the best way to increase fiber consumption in
children’s diets is by encouraging them to eat fiber-rich food such as fresh
fruit and vegetables, nuts, whole grains and legumes. A high-fiber food is one
that has 5 grams or more of fiber per serving and a good source of fiber is one
that provides 2.5 to 4.9 grams per serving. Luckily, child-friendly foods like
apples, bananas and berries are on the list of high-fiber foods.<o:p></o:p></div>
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However, getting enough daily fiber can be challenging for
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-60766189682573337442014-02-17T03:51:00.000-08:002014-02-17T07:25:29.310-08:00The Importance of Iron for Children's Nutrition<div class="MsoNormal" style="direction: ltr; margin-right: 0cm; text-align: left; unicode-bidi: embed;">
Why is iron so important? A major function of iron is the creation of both the hemoglobin protein, responsible for carrying oxygen to the body, and the myoglobin protein, responsible for storing oxygen in the muscles. When infants, children and teenagers grow and mature, they need iron in order for the process to occur properly. Iron is a component of many enzymes in the body and is also key in the development of the brain, vital in the first 2 years of life.</div>
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Iron deficiency can lead to Anemia a disease that can have lethal consequences. Monitoring the amount of iron in children's bodies is therefore extremely important.<br />
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How Much Iron do Children Need?
The US Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine, National Academies has defined the daily recommended Iron intake for children according to age: </div>
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<li>At the ages of 1-3: 7mg/day </li>
<li>At the ages of 4-8: 10mg/day </li>
<li>At the ages of 9-13: 8mg/day </li>
<li>Teenagers: 11mg/day for boys and 15mg/day for girl </li>
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These amounts may need adjustment, depending on circumstances. For example, teenagers who go on certain diets or take part in excessive sports activity may be losing large amounts of iron, and may need more than the amounts listed above.</div>
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You may have noticed that the figures above do not include children below the age of 12 months. This is because children who are breastfed normally get all the iron they need from breast milk. Children who are not breast-fed, however, should get formula that contains the amount of iron they need – consulting a doctor on the matter is highly recommended.When children begin to eat solid food, it is important to differentiate between iron found in meat and fish – heme iron - and iron found mostly in other sources of food as vegetables – non-heme iron. The body's absorption of the heme-iron found in meat and fish is higher, and so it is considered a better source of iron that the non-heme iron found in plants and vegetables. However, the absorption of iron can be increased by the consumption of vitamin C from sources such as oranges and tomatoes. A cautionary note about cow milk: it is very low on iron, decreases the absorption of iron and tends to be filling, so children may consume less iron-rich products after consuming milk. This does not mean that children should stop drinking cow milk (which has its own important nutritional roles), but rather that their consumption of milk should be carefully monitored. </div>
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As noted above, teenagers who go on a diets or practice intensive sports are at risk of losing more iron than they consume. Both activities should be accompanied by consulting a professional dietitian and regular visits to the doctor to make sure that there is no risk of iron deficiency.<br />
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<strong>Further Reading:</strong><br />
<a href="http://kidshealth.org/parent/growth/feeding/iron.html" target="_blank">Iron and Your Child</a><br />
<a href="http://www.babycenter.com/0_iron-in-your-childs-diet_10324691.bc" target="_blank">Iron in your Child's Diet</a><br />
<a href="http://www.iom.edu/Global/News%20Announcements/~/media/Files/Activity%20Files/Nutrition/DRIs/DRI_Summary_Listing.pdf" target="_blank">Dietary Reference Intakes</a>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17434288442425932843noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-40687884942004744812014-02-10T05:40:00.003-08:002014-02-10T05:41:38.780-08:00Vegetarian and Vegan Diet – Is it Good for Children?<div class="MsoNormal" style="direction: ltr; margin-right: 0cm; text-align: left; unicode-bidi: embed;">
Vegetarian diet (based on avoiding meat) has long been
fashionable among many people in the world, and veganism (avoiding any kind of
animal product, including dairy products) enjoys a quick growth rate in recent
years. Parents who support either way of life sometimes aspire to bring up
their children in the same fashion, and both vegetarian diet and veganism often
become trendy among teenagers. Questions regarding the nutritional implications
for vegetarian and vegan children often come up, and this article attempts to
address some of them.<br />
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Infants' first diet is based on either breast-milk or
formula, which supplies them with important nutritional ingredients such as
protein. If a child is breast-fed by a vegan mother, the mother is advised to
make sure that the child gets enough vitamin B-12, which is found mainly in
milk and eggs. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Vitamin B-12 is extremely
important for the child's brain development, and while breast-feeding a child
does not necessarily mean that the mother needs to abandon her vegan diet,
close monitoring by a doctor is important. This is also true for infants fed
with formula, including vegan soy formula.<br />
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As children grow up, bringing them up on a vegetarian or
vegan diet continues to be a challenge. Vegetarian diet has its benefits for
children, since it consists largely of fruits and vegetables that many children
do not consume enough. A restrictive vegetarian or vegan diet, however, can
lack important nutritional elements that contribute to the child's development such
as vitamin D, Calcium, Iron and B-12.<br />
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Even if parents are concerned about their children's
decision to go on a vegetarian or vegan diet, they should bear in mind that
while this decision may be motivated by a popular trend, it still shows
self-awareness on behalf of the child for his/her health and environment and
that this is definitely worth appreciation and acknowledgement by the parent.
Parents should explain to their children the implication of such a diet, and
insist that such a diet should be accompanied by periodical visits to a
professional nutrition expert or doctor that may advise modification to the
diet or supplementation. <br />
Parents who are vegetarian or vegan themselves should
make such visits a part of their own routine – nothing encourages desired
behavior like a personal example.<br />
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There are many sources for vegetarian and vegan recipes for
children and adults alike, and if a child does decide to go on either diet, it
is a great opportunity to teach him or her about the benefits of home-cooking
as opposed to eating outside!<br />
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<a href="http://kidshealth.org/parent/nutrition_center/dietary_needs/vegetarianism.html" target="_blank">Vegetarianism</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/apr/20/veganism-safe-children" target="_blank">Is Veganism Safe for Kids?</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.vegkitchen.com/kid-friendly-recipes/" target="_blank">Veg Kids and Teens</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/collection/vegetarian-kids" target="_blank">Vegetarian Kids Recipes</a></div>
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For many years, people have regarded French eating habits
as an enigma – a country where people can devote a lot of time of thought to
eating without gaining significant weight. However, in recent years, France has
started struggling with obesity and overweight, especially among children, much
like other western countries. The popularity of fast-food is constantly on the
rise, and child obesity has grown by 17 percent each year.</div>
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French authorities
have placed the struggle against obesity high on their priorities list, posing
limitations on advertising of snacks and banning vending machines in schools.
But it is important to note that even with child obesity on the rise, it is estimated
that the country will not reach the magnitude of the phenomenon that the United
States faces (where 65 percent of the population suffers from overweight or
obesity) before 2020.</div>
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France's recent problems of overweight and obesity are
unfortunate – but how did the country manage to largely avoid these concerns
for so long? As in other countries (we have discussed Japan in a previous
article) there is no magic at work here – it is simply a matter of tradition, teaching
the population proper eating habits, and doing so from an early age.<br />
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The best way to examine the uniqueness of child nutrition
in France is through school meals. These meals reflect the dietary expectations
from children in France, notably getting used from an early age to adult eating
habits. School meals include dishes that are common to adult meals, such as a
wide variety of vegetables (including radishes, grated carrots and others),
different kinds of fish and special cheeses. The rationale behind the
introduction of this rich variety of foods at an early age is avoiding
"boredom" of taste among children, which can lead to overeating.<br />
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France became famous for its long lunch breaks, and schools
are no exception. Lunch breaks for school children are long, allowing them to
eat at their own pace, without rushing through the meal – which is another way
of educating children to eat properly, not just in terms of what they eat but
also how they eat.<br />
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Though school meals
at French schools offer large dishes, several less nutritious ingredients are
rarely included or completely left out. Sweetened drinks are in this second
category – children in French schools drink water. This is a simple and very
useful nutritional habit that unfortunately is not taught to children in many
other western countries. Snacks are added to French school meals only once a
week, and throughout the rest of the week, the sweet desert that accompanies
the meal is fruit (again, a different kind of fruit each day).<br />
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These steps for nutritional education in France have long
been supplemented by further education on the subject by parents. While large
meals were served at schools, dinners at home were mostly modest affairs.
Children were also taught that the refrigerator is "off limits"
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One of the factors behind the current wave of overweight
and obesity among French children is the collapse of many traditional practices
such as family dinners and, as noted above, the wider availability of
fast-food. But even so, the basic nutritional principals that French children
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<a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2006/01/25/international/europe/25obese.html?_r=0" target="_blank">France Battles a Problem that Grows and Grows: Fat</a></div>
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<a href="http://karenlebillon.com/2012/09/17/french-kids-dont-get-fat-why/" target="_blank">French Kids Don't Get Fat. Why?</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/features/why-french-children-are-happy-eaters-7712217.html" target="_blank">Why French Children are Happy Eaters</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-12268/10-eating-rules-french-children-know-but-most-americans-dont.html" target="_blank">10 Eating Rules French Children Know</a></div>
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Convincing
children to eat healthy can be a difficult task: children prefer the instant
sweetness or salty taste that often accompanies unhealthy fast-food or candy.
Preparing food at home is a highly recommended alternative to eating outside at
a restaurant or at fast-food stall, but it still leaves the challenge of
preparing food that is both tasty and healthy for children. Several websites
offer excellent healthy recipes for kids meals, and in this article we share
with you some of our favorites.<br />
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<a href="http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/healthy_eating_kids" target="_blank">http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/healthy_eating_kids</a></div>
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This page
is part of the Eating Well website, and although it is titled "Healthy
Eating for Kids Recipes and Menus", its recommendations are well suited
for all ages. It offers recipes for a wide variety of meals that people are
used to consume as fast food and sweets – taco, hamburger, meatballs, cookies
and others – with a healthy twist. The images that accompany the page are
appetizers in their own right.</div>
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This is a
great website that explores healthy eating habits for children from a wide
perspective, and besides some great recipes also includes tips for meal planning
and recommendations for specific products. It is an excellent resource for turning
healthy meals into a fun experience for kids.</div>
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Though not
as attractive as the other two websites, this list at the BBC website offers
many options for healthy meals for kids, with some original ideas as a healthy
Shepherd's Pie and lentil lasagna. Each recipe is accompanied by an estimate of
the time you would need to prepare it, and its nutrition value.</div>
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This
youtube channel is devoted to family cooking, and while not entirely focused on
healthy eating, it has its fair share of healthy recipes (search for the word
"healthy" on the video page. The nice, attractive presentation of the
recipes and their preparation makes surfing this channel a fun experience.</div>
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Regardless
of what we choose to cook for our children, it is highly recommended to involve
them in the process of food preparation from an early age. This teaches them a
basic principal in healthy eating – the best food is made at home.</div>
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Japan is
often referred to as a country that should serve as example for teaching
healthy eating habits, especially to children. To attempt to understand the
basic principles that have been guiding the Japanese nutritional philosophy, one
has to be familiar with a key term – "Shokuiko". Literally translated
as "Health Education", this term emphasizes the need to educate
people to eat properly healthy food.<br />
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The
concept of Shokuiko was coined in the early 20<sup>th</sup> century by Japanese
doctor Sagen Ishizuka who stressed the need for a healthy balanced diet.<br />
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Japan had
the means to implement policies of healthy eating education from an early
stage, since school meals are a long-established practice, going back to the
roots of the country's modern school system in the 19th century. At first,
school meals were aimed at supplying food for children whose families did not
have the means to prepare meals at home, but as early as the 1920s, a strong
emphasis was given to school meals as a means of encouraging healthy life
through healthy nutrition. This policy continued during and after World War II
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From the
1950s, the practice of meals provided by schools started finding its way into
state laws, and as the country began its slow movement from post-war poverty to
economic prosperity, these laws again emphasized promoting healthy eating habits
and letting the public understand the processes behind food production and
consumption. Over the next few decades, local rice began supplementing bread,
professional nutritionists began working in schools overseeing meals, and school
children began being involved in the process of preparing and serving the food
for their friends – giving an even greater weight to the social aspect of the
practice, and to healthy eating as an individual responsibility.</div>
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Today,
when Japan is among the world's richest countries, the school meal programs
still have dominant presence in the life of children with over 10 million
children participating in them. The economic prosperity and the busy daily life
of both young and old people in the country has brought many changes to the
national eating habits; a 2005 study has shown that 20% of the schoolchildren
in the country tend to skip breakfast, and that many of them purchase dinner at
convenience stores (participation in after-school activities does not leave
time for a proper dinner). In view of these changes, schools stress even more
the importance of school meals as an educational tool – not just for healthy
life, but also for proper behavior.</div>
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In 2009, the Japanese School Lunch Law was updated and defined the following
principles as the aim of school meals:</div>
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Sustaining and improving health through proper nutrition. </div>
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2)
Fostering understanding, decision-making and eating habits for an appropriate
diet.</div>
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3)
Livening school life and encouraging an actively social and considerate spirit.
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4)
Furthering appreciation of the gifts of nature that support us, fostering
respect of life and nature and encouraging a spirit of environmental
conservation. </div>
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5)
Acknowledging how the food industry is supported by the activities of many
people and respecting their hard work.</div>
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6)
Furthering understanding of the traditional cuisine of Japan and the local
region. </div>
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7) Promoting
a correct understanding of the mechanisms of food production, transportation
and consumption. </div>
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The
understanding of the importance of proper nutrition, not just for healthy
growth but also for a healthy social function, has been the basic principle for
Japanese child nutrition – and other countries would do well to follow Japan's footsteps.</div>
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Sources:</div>
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<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22374573" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">School lunch program for health promotion amongchildren in Japan</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.nier.go.jp/English/EducationInJapan/Education_in_Japan/Education_in_Japan_files/201303SLP.pdf" target="_blank">SchoolLunch Program in Japan</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/in-japans-schools-a-homemade-meal-for-lunch/2013/01/25/e4aee4e4-6662-11e2-85f5-a8a9228e55e7_gallery.html#photo=15" target="_blank">In Japan’sschools, a homemade meal for lunch</a></div>
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<a href="http://web-japan.org/trends/buzz/bz0601.html" target="_blank">Shokuiku –Education about Food and Nutrition</a></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-47569136512247702992014-01-01T09:16:00.000-08:002014-01-01T09:22:31.771-08:00Anlit – providing kids with supplements and moreChildren's deficiency in vitamins and minerals can have strong negative impact on their daily functioning and long-term development. Nutritional supplements are intended to providing children with the nutritional elements that they lack.<br />
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Children, however, often dislike taking nutritional supplements because of their unpleasant taste, texture and form (like tablets and capsules that are hard to swallow).<br />
Research shows that Children prefer products with both attractive appearance (colorful, with playful shapes and a nice package) and smooth textures (small, soft and easy to chew).<br />
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Anlit's two product families address these points perfectly: Anlit's unique Pectin gummy bear formulation range that simply melts in the child's mouth and our unique Kidi Bites chocolate-like matrix that retains high quality nutritional ingredients in a smooth and delicious format. <br />
Anlit's products are aimed at addressing all the main health and development needs of kids. Some examples are detailed below.<br />
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<b>The Immune System</b><br />
Weakness in children's immune system can be the result of nutritional deficiency. <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=details&_PROID=16671&did=1217&pf=16&oldID=7667" target="">Anlit's Zinc supplement</a>, that is a part of our Immune product category, provides fortification to the immune system that can translate into relief from flu and cold symptoms. Another key supplement in this line contains Sambucus Nigra, a traditional remedy that was found to be a strong anti-oxidant, offered as a delicious gummy supplement.<br />
<a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=page&_ID=7667&did=1217&G=7648&PIN=7667" target="">Read more about Anlit's Immune System Supporters</a><br />
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<b>Brain and Cognitive Functions</b><br />
Kids' healthy brain development and balanced behavior have been found to be linked, among other nutrients, to proper levels in the body of Omega-3 and Magnesium. Anlit's product line includes supplements of both these important nutrients: a <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=details&_PROID=16322&did=1217&pf=16&oldID=9567" target="">Magnesium supplement</a> and <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=details&_PROID=3673&did=1217&pf=16&oldID=9567" target="">Omega-3 supplements</a> that carry all the benefits of Omega-3 rich fish oil while skillfully removing the taste and smell that kids find so unappealing. <br />
In the recent CPHI exhibition in Frankfurt, Anlit has launched a new Omega-3 supplement, which contains a high concentration of DHA for an even more effective treatment, while maintaining the product's excellent taste. <br />
<a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=page&_ID=9567&pf=16&did=1217">Read more about Anlit's Brain and Cognitive Function Supporters</a><br />
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<b>Bone Health</b><br />
Ninety percent of our bone mass is accumulated until the age of 18 and so ensuring children's proper bone development and health is essential for their future health as adults. Anlit's product line includes both a <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=details&_PROID=3674&did=1217&pf=16&oldID=9568">Calcium & Vitamin D3 supplement</a> – important for the growth of strong bones and teeth – and also a pure <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=details&_PROID=13794&did=1217&pf=16&oldID=9568">Vitamin D3 supplement</a> that supports many bodily functions including an important role in the body's ability to absorb Calcium.<br />
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<b>And Much More</b><br />
Among Anlit's nutritional supplements are additional products such as a product aimed at dealing with <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=details&_PROID=3667&did=1217&pf=16&oldID=9565">Iron deficiency</a> (which leads to Anemia) and a product aimed to address <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?_function=details&_PROID=16325&did=1217&pf=16&oldID=7669">Urinal Tract Infections</a>.<br />
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With time, we shall address more child related conditions in an increasing variety of ways. Stay tuned for much more in 2014.<br />
<a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/mobi.taf?did=1217">Read more about Anlit's supplements</a><br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-73017301390520171682013-12-19T08:35:00.000-08:002014-01-01T09:04:08.230-08:00The Best Nutrition for Raising a Brainy ChildThe important role of nutrition in keeping kids healthy has been widely discussed in the medical world. One issue that is sometimes overlooked in this discussion is the contribution of good nutrition, not only to kids' physical development, but also to their cognitive development.<br />
<a name='more'></a>Good nutrition plays an important part in optimal brain development and in helping keeping children focused throughout the day. This article offers some insight into the nutrition that supports kids' brain development and functioning. <br />
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<b>Vitamins and the Brain</b><br />
Several vitamins have been recognized as important elements for healthy brain activity. Vitamin C plays an important part in the production of neurotransmitters that are essential for the brain's information processing. Vitamin B12 plays an important role in preventing memory-loss and mental slowness and Vitamin B6 aids in the production of dopamine, which helps children stay alert and focused. Vitamin E assures that healthy blood cells deliver oxygen to the brain. <br />
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Other important elements are Iron (a study has shown that 84% of the children who suffer from ADD/ADHD also have low level of iron) and Zinc (which makes the brain use dopamine effectively). <br />
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Two key elements are Omega 3 and magnesium. Omega 3 is important for memory as well as for addressing hyperactive behavior; studies have also indicated a possible connection between lack of Omega 3 and low IQ scores. Magnesium has proven to be highly effective in easing hyperactivity and increasing focus and attention.<br />
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<b>Food for Thought</b><br />
What kind of nutrition is best for brain activity? <br />
Both oatmeal and whole wheat bread are considered to have positive contribution to brain activity, and serving them at breakfast can give children a good boost for the rest of the day. As a side note, one unhealthy habit to avoid is skipping breakfast (a recent study has shown that 37% of the kids in America skip breakfast regularly) – which hurts both school performance and leads to behavior problems.<br />
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Unhealthy snacks that children usually consume can be substituted with healthier and equally tasty food. Breakfast cereal can be substituted with whole-grain cereal, while sweet and salty snacks can easily be replaced with strawberries and nuts (both have shown to contribute to cognitive functions). Eating eggs (a source for Choline, which helps in building memory stem cells) and beef (essential for preventing iron deficiency) is also important.<br />
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There are several good nutritional sources for both Omega 3 and magnesium, discussed above. Good sources for Omega 3 are fish as Salmon and sardines. Good sources for magnesium include avocado, banana and dried fruits. <br />
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See the following video for additional advice on children's food and the brain:<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-17929148759181569052013-12-15T01:28:00.001-08:002013-12-15T01:41:42.990-08:00Snacking: How to Deal with Children's Unhealthy Eating Habits<div class="MsoNormal" dir="LTR" style="direction: ltr; margin-bottom: 6.0pt; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 6.0pt; text-align: left; unicode-bidi: embed;">
It
seems that over-consumption of snacks has never skipped a generation: people
who were scolded as children on the subject find themselves fighting their own
children over bad eating habits. The problem has grown worse for today's
children, however, as researches indicate that the current daily consumption of
snacks by children averages on three snacks (totaling about 200 calories), as
opposed to a daily average of only one snack among children in the late 1970. <br />
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The
wide variety of easily-available unhealthy food products in today's market
poses difficulty for parents who want their children to cut down on such
products in their daily diet.<br /><br />
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The solution to the problem, however, remains the
same as it has always been: basically, it all comes down to educating children
about proper eating habits. This article offers a few useful tips for
successful nutritional education. </div>
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Contrary to common opinion,
"Snacks" and "Food" are not two separate categories. If a
child's breakfast cereal contains too much sugar, it is every bit a snack as a
chocolate bar or a cookie. The same is true for sandwiches that contain peanut
butter and Jam, soft drinks, fatty cheeses and pastries, and even fried meat
dishes. </div>
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If children's meals contain too many such 'snacks',
they will see the consumption of snacks between meals as a logical
continuation. It is important to pay attention to the nutritional value of the
different ingredients used to prepare their meals. Parents should check the
labels on food products and explain their importance to their children. Stress
should be put on the difference between <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>food packaging, attractive as it may be, and
the nutritional value of the food inside (this way, parents could teach their
kids not only healthy eating habits, but also good consumer behavior).</div>
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Children should eat their meals at the dinner
table at fixed times. All distractions are to be kept aside including books <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and homework, mobile phones, computers and
especially television watching should be avoided at the dinner table. The rule
children should be taught is simple: eating is not something to keep you busy while
engaged with other activities. </div>
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Let's face it, when people go out to eat,
either at a restaurant or at a fast-food stall, eating healthy isn't a top
priority. This does not mean parents should give up eating out (or taking their
children with them while they do so), but it does mean that eating outside should
be kept for special occasions. Daily eating should be done at home, with meals
prepared at home and children should be involved with making meals from an
early age. There is no other way to achieve control over children's diet.</div>
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for unhealthy food</b></div>
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If children want to finish their meal with
something sweet, a fruit (or fruit salad) is a wonderful alternative to candy.
There are other tasty substitutes to junk-food; parents can consult dietitians,
cook books and internet websites on the subject.</div>
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example</b></div>
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All the lectures children from parents on the
subject of healthy eating are worthless if the parents don't live up to the
same standards. An important step in this direction would be to just keep
unhealthy food products out of the house – if it's not available, both children
and their parents won't eat it.</div>
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Links:</div>
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<a href="http://www.eatright.org/kids/article.aspx?id=6442471112" target="_blank">WhenShould My Kids Snack?</a></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-68188343061897745192013-12-09T05:58:00.000-08:002013-12-15T01:17:59.962-08:00The CPhI Worldwide exhibit in Europe<div class="MsoNormal" dir="LTR" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed;">
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CPhI Worldwide exhibit in Europe is one of the world's leading pharma events.
Representatives from all over the world gather at CPhI to learn of new
innovations, present their products, and meet their overseas counterparts. <br />
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is the place to be for those who want to learn of the latest developments and
future trends in the pharma market. An interesting topic in this year's exhibit
was natural extracts with the Natural Extracts Zone featuring cosmetics,
dietary supplements and nutraceutical products made of natural
ingredients.<br />
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The
growing importance of nutrition supplements in the pharma world was evident in
one of the central in-focus discussions at CPHI, discussing the choice between
natural and pharmaceutical products, highlighting the differences between the
US and Europe. In the US, herbal medicines are classified as dietary
supplements and so require no regulatory approval. In Europe, the regulatory
status of a natural product and the amount of safety and efficacy proof the
producer must provide is determined on a case-by-case basis, based mostly on
the use-history of the natural ingredient within the European Union.<br />
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Anlit
has been exhibiting in CPhI in recent years. This year we focused on Cognitive
Development with 2 new products:</div>
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<li>Concentrated
Omega 3 - Omega 3 has been found to be of high importance to the cognitive
development of the child's brain. While this fact has been known for a while,
the taste of Omega 3 oil has proved to be a real challenge when it comes to
kids. Anlit has leveraged its delicious Kidi Bites matrix in order to offer a Concentrated <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/proLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16657&did=1217&lang=EN&_UserReference=D9079C5CC84B4C2952AD6EB6" target="_blank">Omega3</a> product (EPA + DHA) that maintains a superior taste that kids love.</li>
<li>Magnesium
- Magnesium has been found to ease hyperactive behavior and increases focus and
attention, enabling children to think more clearly and concentrate better. EFSA
has found that "a cause and effect relationship has been established between
the dietary intake of magnesium and contribution to normal psychological
function". Anlit's new product, of the Kidi Bites product family,
provides children with a delicious way to supplement their diet with <a href="http://www.anlit4kids.com/web/8888/nsf/proLookup.taf?_function=details&_ID=16322&did=1217&lang=EN&_UserReference=D9079C5CC84B4C2952AD6EB6">Magnesium</a>.</li>
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presence at the conference, showcasing a wide range of products, along with a
strong on-line presence as one of the sponsors of CPhI official mobile
application, led to great interest in cooperation from across the globe, and it
is now our goal to leverage our participation in CPHI and make our innovative
products available in new countries and regions.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-32330551913845051822013-11-17T07:23:00.001-08:002013-11-17T07:25:37.833-08:00Preventing Anemia: Why a Balanced Diet is ImportantAnemia is a global problem. It is estimated that 818 million people around the world suffer from Anemia, including children. The highest prevalence of anemia is among pre-school children (47%).<br />
<a name='more'></a>Over half of those suffering from anemia reside in Asia, but there are enough anemia patients all over the world for it to be considered a global problem.<br />
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As explained in this article, it is easy to prevent common cases of anemia through a balanced diet.<br />
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<b>What is Anemia?</b><br />
Anemia is the name given to a group of diseases characterized by a low count of hemoglobin (the metalloprotein responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood) or red blood cells in the body. <br />
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<b>How is Anemia Related to Nutrition?</b><br />
Nutritional deficiency is one of the two common causes of anemia (the other cause being infection). Deficiency in iron, folic acid and vitamin B12 – all nutrients involved in the synthesis of hemoglobin – can lead to anemia. Of the three nutrients, iron deficiency is the most common problem associated with cases of anemia, and if children who suffer from it are untreated, it can cause mental and physical delays. However, iron deficiency can be prevented by making sure that the child's diet is balanced.<br />
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<b>What are the Signs and Symptoms of Anemia?</b><br />
Though there are signs and symptoms that indicate that a person suffers from anemia, almost all of them are very general. As a result, the condition is often undetected among patients, and especially children. Parents to children should pay close attention to the following signs:<br />
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<li>Behavioral problems and learning difficulties</li>
<li>Fatigue </li>
<li>Weakness</li>
<li>Pale skin</li>
<li>Lack of appetite</li>
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<b>What is a Good, Balanced Diet for a Child that can Prevent Anemia?</b><br />
For infants, the best diet should consist of breast-milk that contains sufficient amounts of iron that serve as a strong preventive measure against anemia. If the infant is not breast-fed, extra care should be taken to make sure that the formula given to him or her contains a sufficient amount of iron – parents should check the labels of the formula and consult a doctor for advice on the best products available.<br />
Older children's diet should consist of strong sources of iron, including:<br />
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* Eggs<br />
* Red Meat<br />
* Potatoes<br />
* Tomatoes<br />
* Raisins<br />
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Again, parents should check labels of food products they buy for the amount of iron they contain. Adolescents who go on a diet should be directed to a dietician who will advise them about proper eating habits, including sufficient sources of iron. <br />
While maintaining a balanced diet is important, it does not substitute the need for medical examination and treatment. It is highly recommended that children undergo periodic blood tests that can quickly show blood count changes.<br />
See the following video for additional information:<br />
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<b>More info:</b><br />
<a href="http://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chronic/pages/Anemia-and-Your-Child.aspx" target="_blank">What is Anemia and How Can I Tell if My Child is Anemic?</a><br />
<a href="http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/188770.php" target="_blank">What is Nuritional Deficiency Anemia?</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3104701/" target="_blank">Nutritional Anemia in Young Children with Focus on Asia and India</a><br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-74728103299460186792013-10-28T06:58:00.000-07:002013-10-28T06:58:24.841-07:00Healthy Bone Development among Children and AdolescentsBone development is one of the earliest processes that take place in the human body, with long-term effects on the body's health throughout our lives. Therefore, ensuring proper bone development during childhood and adolescence is highly important.<br />
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The growth of the human skeletal system begins as early as the third week of pregnancy, and the process of Ossification (the process in which tissue becomes bone) continues until the birth itself. This video examines the process of early bone development:<br />
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Bones usually keep developing in the body until the third decade in a person's life. However, as much as 80% of the bone mass in the body is acquired by the time a person reaches 20 (among men) or 18 (among women). The development of the bones during the first two decades of a person's life influences not only the person's growth (as strong bones support the growing body), but also the strength of the bones during the rest of the person's life.<br />
Problems as Osteoporosis (the deterioration of bones to fragility) among middle-aged and elderly people can be the result of improper bone development at a young age. <br />
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Bone fractures can influence children's growth. However, the bone development is also strongly influenced by nutrition. A sufficient amount of Calcium and Vitamin D is essential for proper bone development and growth among children and adolescents.<br />
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Growth problems as a result of malnutrition and shortage of Calcium in the body are common in third-world countries; however unbalanced diets in developed countries can have a similar effect. Making sure that a child's diet includes enough Calcium is essential. Important sources of Calcium are milk and dairy products. It is important to educate children to consume milk and dairy products from an early age (not a difficult task, since both come in a variety of tastes and flavors). Some health conditions such as lactose intolerance may require turning to other sources of Calcium or to supplementation in order to make sure that the child gets enough Calcium. The following video offers tips on the subject of children and Calcium consumption:<br />
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Paying attention to adolescents' eating habits is equally important. New factors such as changing eating habits and diets (especially with girls) come into play , factors that may influence intake of important nutritional elements. Diets are not necessarily bad, but when they involve consuming less milk in all forms, suboptimal Calcium intake may occur. It is important to explain to adolescents the importance of Calcium consumption, and suggest to them to incorporate low-fat dairy products in any diet they undertake.<br />
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Additional Information:<br />
<a href="http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_info/Bone/Bone_Health/Juvenile/default.asp#7" target="_blank">Kids and Their Bones: A Guide for Parents</a><br />
<a href="http://www.healthofchildren.com/S/Skeletal-Development.html" target="_blank">Skeletal Development</a><br />
<a href="http://www.milk.co.uk/page.aspx?intPageID=87" target="_blank">Nutrients Required for Healthy Bone</a>sUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-45402861884214173472013-10-14T04:37:00.005-07:002013-10-27T09:10:29.018-07:00Nutrition and the Immune System<div class="MsoNormal" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed;">
Nutrition
has been part of mankind's discourse since the dawn of time, and modern
medicine equally emphasizes the role of proper nutrition as a key factor in
maintaining healthy life. Other than
providing energy for the body's daily functions, nutrition plays an important
role in the body's ability to protect itself. This article touches on several
key points regarding the importance of proper nutrition to the immune system.<br />
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human body's immune system consists of the innate and adaptive systems. The
innate system is composed of different barriers – physical, chemical and
microbiological – that provide immediate protection against harmful elements that
invade the body. This protection is nonspecific, and targets any threatening
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elements, and better protect itself against them. This protection is built with
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Both
innate and adaptive systems work together against threats to the body, and the
function of both is highly <br />
influenced by nutrition. For example, both the
phagocyte function of the innate immune system (the ability of immune cells to
engulf and digest harmful elements), and the production of cytokine in the
adaptive immune system (which is important for the body's immune responses), depend
on proper nutrition. Improper nutrition
can impair the body's ability to block threats and adapt itself for better
protection against them. Several cases of improper nutrition are considered
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energy can have negative effects on the thymus and the lymphoid tissue, both
highly important for the function of the immune system, and lead to increased
frequency and severity of infections. Malnutrition also leads to lack of omega-3
and omega-6 fatty acids that have shown positive effects on the immune system;
the body does not produce these fatty acids, so their supply depends on
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: normal;">The impairment of the immune system due to malnutrition
makes the body more vulnerable even to treatable medical threats. For example, Dr.
Adrian Gombart, Associate Professor of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the Oregon
State University, </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">who has
studies cases of measles, noted in an interview that despite the availability
of vaccine, measles</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> is still "a
major killer", mainly among children in developing countries, due to the
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the problem of malnutrition is commonplace mostly in developing countries, there
are other nutrition-related issues that are common in developed countries that
also influence the immune system. Studies of obesity cases have shown that
obese people tend to be at increased risk of infection, and have poor antibody
response – it is speculated that both problems are related to the effect of the
metabolic process on the immune system. Studies of animal models have shown
that obesity leads to a decrease in B-cells and T-cells, both major mediators
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problems. Good dietary planning for older children (and adults) should consist
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low-fat.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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following video by Dietitian <span style="color: #333333;">Christine E. Marquette
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<a href="http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/ss10/nutrition.html"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Nutrition and Immunity. An article by Dr. Victoria J.
Drake, LPI Research Associate</span></a><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.nature.com/ejcn/journal/v57/n1s/full/1601819a.html"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Changes in the Immune System are
Conditioned by Nutrition. An article by A. Marcos, E. Nova and A. Montero, at
the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition</span></a><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/ss10/vitamind.html"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Vitamin D gets an "A". Interview with Dr.
Adrian Gombart at the Linus Pauling Institute website.</span></a><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<a href="http://www2.ca.uky.edu/hes/fcs/factshts/KY_EDEN-JSK-300.pdf"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Build Your Immune System with Good
Nutrition. Written by Dr. Janet Kurzynske, published by the University of
Kentucky College of Agriculture.</span></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15895849246383490395noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8839266761294871360.post-41222893545711169992013-10-03T06:12:00.002-07:002013-10-03T06:12:40.273-07:00Eating Healthy: How Parents can make it a Habit for their Children<div class="MsoNormal" dir="LTR" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed;">
The importance of eating healthy cannot be stressed enough – overweight
and other health problems related to sub-optimal nutrition have become a
serious issue all over the world. These health issues tend to appear at a very
early age, stressing the need for educating children for proper nutrition as a
top priority.<br />
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By teaching children healthy eating habits, parents not only support a
healthier growth process for their children, but also provide children with
helpful tools for proper eating habits throughout the rest of their lives. This
charming video shows a 10 year-old girl explaining the importance of healthy
food – an excellent example of how nutritional education from an early age can
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The first step in teaching children healthy eating habits is to maintain
a fixed schedule of meals throughout the day. Knowing when breakfast, lunch and
dinner take place turns eating into a
planned routine, rather than a spontaneous activity, and so cuts down on unwanted
habits like eating snacks between meals. It is highly recommended to turn the
daily meals into family events held at home, with home-prepared dishes. Children
should learn from an early age that eating at a restaurant or a fast-food stall
is an exception, not the norm. In addition, food should not be used as a reward
or 'bribe' for children – this kind of behavior teaches them that eating is a
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Eating healthy does not mean that everything on the dinner table must be
low-fat, but it does mean that the food on the table should consist mostly of
healthy products including fruit and vegetables. It is a good idea to consult
the family doctor about the recommended diet for children before deciding on
what they should eat. Snacks can at
times be a part of the meal, but children should understand early on that they
are not the main course, and that there's a hard limit on how much snacks they are
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Parents should set an example for their children in their choice of
food. The best example parents can set for their children on the subject of
healthy eating is involving them in the process of preparing meals – starting
with shopping at the supermarket (explaining the advantages of selecting certain
products over others), through the decision of what the meal should include, to
cooking and serving the meal itself – lessons learned through practice and
involvement are by far the best.<o:p></o:p><br />
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See also: <a href="http://www.rd.com/health/healthy-eating/healthy-eating-habits-for-kids-12-dos-and-donts/">Healthy
Eating Habits for Kids: 12 Dos and Don'ts</a> </div>
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