April is Occupational Therapy Month The role of the Occupational Therapist (OT) is to help patients of all ages improve or maintain skills for day-to-day activities and well-being. OTs work in a variety of fields with different patient populations. Pediatric OTs work with infants and children who have gross motor delays, fine motor delays, or difficulty swallowing and eating, which […]
The Gut Brain Connection
Our digestive system is filled with millions of unique bugs that are referred to as our gut microbiome. Research is exploding with studies showing that our gut microbiome has a tremendous impact on our brain function. That means that a dysfunctional gut microbiome could be a root cause of headaches, anxiety, depression, and mood. […]
Skipping Breakfast
A recent breakfast survey conducted in 2017 found that 1 in every 5 school-age children do not eat breakfast at least once per week and up to 30% of teenagers skip breakfast every day. Reasons Why Children Do Not Eat Breakfast: Lack of time Too Tired Dislikes Breakfast Food Not Hungry in the Morning Trying […]
Hidden Ways Children Become Constipated
One of the most common causes of constipation is inadequate water and fiber intake. However, there are other not so commonly thought about reasons why children can become constipated. Medications Many non-prescription and prescription medications can have a drying effect on the body or cause slowing of intestinal transit time. Common medications in children that […]
The Bugs in Our Gut
Each of us has millions of unique and diverse bugs in our gut that help our bodies function. One of the most powerful tools that influence these bugs is our diet. Research continues to show that there is a strong connection between our gut bugs and optimal immune function and health. Watch this short education […]
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