Dr. Karla Isaacs As Palatal expanders are often placed while a child is still growing. They are used to widen the upper jaw so that the upper teeth fit properly together out and over the lower teeth. Underdeveloped growth or narrowing of the upper jaw is one of the major causes of crowding. If the … Continued
By Susan Heckler Teach your children well takes on new meaning. Around the country, students are moving into college dorms for the first time, totally unprepared emotionally. Kids arrived at college without some basic living skills. Parents have been becoming increasingly involved in their children’s lives, hovering over their every move to the point of … Continued
Pregnant women who nibble just a small piece of choc- olate each day may improve the circulatory health of their unborn child, a new study suggests. The tiny treat may also reduce the risk for preeclampsia, a potentially deadly condition in which a pregnant woman with normal blood pressure suddenly develops dangerous- ly high blood … Continued
By Lauren, Kolacki At least 2 days a week, older adults should do muscle–strengthening activities that involve all the major muscle groups. These are the muscles of the legs, hips, chest, back, abdomen, shoulders, and arms. Muscle-strengthening activities make muscles do more work than they are accustomed to during activities of daily life. Examples of … Continued
By Susan Heckler Your memory shapes your identity as well as holds a record of your entire life. Your ability to form memories does not occur until around the age of five. Supposedly anyone can become a memory master by training their brain. Essentially, what you’re doing is improving and expanding the connectivity between different … Continued
These yummy baked carrot fries are crispy and delicious and simple to make! Carrots provide vitamin A and many other impressive health benefits including beautiful INGREDIENTS • 2 carrot • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped • 1 teaspoon paprika • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon pepper • 1 cup … Continued
These flaky and buttery biscuits can be eaten for breakfast, as a snack or a side dish. They are also made gluten-free and contain no wheat flour. (Makes 12 servings) Ingredients • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt • 2 cups gluten-free flour blend, plus more for flouring • 2 teaspoons baking powder • salt, as … Continued
Chickpeas are a good source of protein, carbs, fiber, and many other nutrients. They may help with diabetes, blood pressure problems, heart issues, irritable bowel syndrome, cancer, and provides essential vitamins and minerals. This dish is a Plant-Based Protein and perfect for Vegans. Ingredients: (4 servings) • water, or cooking oil • 1 small onion, … Continued
Crazy for Calorie-Burning This version of nachos is everything healthy and gluten free too! Spicy food can boost your metabolism. Studies show that the main compound in chilies, called capsaicin, has a ther- mogenic effect and may cause the body to burn bonus calories after you are done eating. You will need: • 1 head … Continued
Until recently, the common type of diabetes in children and teens was type 1. It was called juvenile diabetes. With Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas does not make insulin. Insu- lin is a hormone that helps glucose, or sugar, get into your cells to give them energy. Without insulin, too much sug- ar stays in … Continued