The Sarasota Herald-Tribune – Kim Doleatto
Making play-dough or listening during storytime may not seem to demand much brain power, but for some children pre-kindergarten can be just as daunting as meeting deadlines at the office. (more)
The Washington Post – Tanya Altmann and Tiffany Fischman
Adequate hydration is essential for growing babies, toddlers and kids. As with adults, water is necessary for their body’s daily activities. Because of their smaller size, though, children are more vulnerable than adults to losing water through their skin. Kids also often forget to drink and don’t always recognize when they are thirsty, so parents need to be vigilant about making sure they stay hydrated. (more)
Economic Times – Dr Manoj Kutteri
A healthy habit is a collection of behaviors that supports a multidimensional health such as physical, mental, emotional and psychological. Good habits must be taught at an early age in life and needs a deeper dedication from both parents and children. (more)
Medical X-Press – Staff Writer
Obesity is known to cluster in families, but most studies to date are limited to two generations. A new Pediatric Obesity study is the first to prospectively examine the relationship between grandparent and grandchild abdominal obesity. (more)
Medical X-Press – Staff Writer
Policymakers should consider introducing The Daily Mile to improve the health and fitness of schoolchildren around the world, according to new research led by the Universities of Stirling and Edinburgh. The first study of the popular Daily Mile initiative—which involves children taking a 15-minute break from class to do physical activity—has confirmed it improves fitness, body composition and activity levels in participants. (more)