Allergies

A rising number of children suffer from allergies and some of the key culprits include commonly used products, such as bubble bath, soaps or sun care lotions. Most of these types of ...

Traditional thinking says that to protect your children from developing asthma, you should keep a spotless house. Well, there's good news for busy parents everywhere -- current research contradicts ...

Whether it is because of food allergies or merely a preference to eat a vegan diet, many people choose a diet that is free of eggs and egg products. When it is for health reasons, extreme caution ...

Colic in a breastfed baby could be an allergy. Breast feeding a baby is a complicated business for some women whilst others find it amazingly simple. Everyone agrees that, where possible, breast is ...

Most people regard allergic reactions as the typical presentation of asthma attacks, fits of sneezing and nasal congestion, runny or puffy eyes or skin rashes. There are, however, many other ways in ...

Is your hyperactive toddler addicted to certain foods? There has been much talk in the press about hyperactive toddlers and children and it is easy for parents to wrongly label a naturally ...

Most E-numbers in food are bad, there is no doubt of that. This article gives a specific list of substances that are banned in certain countries and others that are known to provoke allergic ...

Most allergy specialists around the world now agree that "indoor air pollution" is one of the most significant causes of asthma attacks and other allergic responses in children. The greatest ...

Many medications, alternative therapies, essential oils and fragrances can cause skin to break out into painful rashes, burns or other skin conditions when children are exposed to sunlight. There ...

When you realise just how toxic some prescribed and over-the-counter medications can be, it is a good idea, if possible, to use natural products to achieve the same effect in the case of most minor ...

Persistent ear infections affect a very large number of pre-school age children every year. Scientists have found some physical reasons why some children are more at risk than others and offer ...

Everyone is familiar with grass pollen allergy - or hay fever, as it is commonly known. The symptoms are plain to see. Sneezing, itchy, red eyes, runny nose and sometimes a bad attack can trigger ...

Teenagers often have a surge of allergies when they enter puberty, caused by the extreme disruption of their hormones and other factors. Sensible diet, supplements and a few precautionary measures ...