Parents seem somewhat bashful to ask me if it’s okay that their child is shy in front of others. Shyness is a common issue for parents and children. This week let me try not to shy away from the topic but provide some information about it. First, shy children do not lack the skills to […]
Summer is full of fun, good company, nice weather and lots of new adventures. While summer is one of the best times of year for most of us, it is important to be cautious about summer accidents and illnesses that are more common than we realize. Summer presents challenges such as sunburn, dehydration, open flame […]
Radishes are often overlooked, but they are packed with nutrients. Try adding them to your plate with this recipe for roasted radishes with soy sauce and toasted sesame Seeds. It an ideal choice side dish for a healthy diet. Radishes: Packing a Nutritional Punch Radishes are a good source of vitamin C with 25 percent […]
Perhaps the most devastating event a family can endure is the death or permanent disability of a child or otherwise healthy loved one due to an unexpected, rapidly progressing infection. As a pediatric infectious diseases specialist, I have unfortunately seen this happen too many times. One specific type of infection is particularly notorious for doing […]
Are you throwing away your unwanted or expired medications? Think about this: The same prescription drugs that may help you get better will only make someone else much worse, if they fall into the wrong hands. In fact, throwing prescription drugs in the trash makes them a target not only for your children or other […]
Cabbage is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which also includes broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and kale. Its ability to tolerate cold temperatures led to the spread of its cultivation across Europe. This vegetable ranges in color from yellow-green to red-purple, and also comes in wrinkly-leaved varieties. Cabbage: A Brief History Cabbage is believed to originate from the Asia […]
Winter is here. The air is colder, and the food is getting warmer. Warm up with a twist on the classic: try out mashed maple potatoes made from sweet butternut squash. Butternut Squash: Nutritional Value The butternut squash is now one of the most widely prepared winter foods, and for good reason. It is a richly […]
Every year, brave Vermonters face the cold winds of winter and participate in their winter sport of choice. More often than not, this involves a hefty set of equipment and enough snow to cover one of our best mountains here in the Green Mountain State. The winter months in Vermont are some of the best, […]
Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable that is full of vitamins and nutrients. Chard can be eaten raw if the leaves are picked young or cooked. Try it as a colorful and delicious side dish or add chard to pasta, soups, salads, and more! Swiss Chard’s Nutrition Profile Swiss chard is an excellent source […]
The school year is here again. Whether your child is starting kindergarten or finishing high school, it’s a good time to make sure he or she is up-to-date on vaccinations. Vaccines reduce the risk of infection by safely strengthening the body’s natural defenses. In doing so, they help us develop immunity to disease. Here are […]
