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Mum Mum's Blog Report: 5 Ways to Reduce Kids' Toxin Exposure; Living Well and Coping with Celiac Disease; Understanding the BPA Debate

09.08.2008 | 1:09:59 pm | Posted by mummums

This is a selection of recent popular blogs from Mum Mum, where parents can find information on everything to do with babies and parenting with an emphasis on health and nutrition.

5 Ways to Reduce Kids’ Toxin Exposure
It seems potentially harmful toxins are lurking everywhere these days and many of them are in the home. Since kids seem to get their hands into everything around the house, it can be worrisome for parents to try to protect their children from toxin exposure. While it is impossible to protect a child from all of life’s risks, the post reveals 5 ways to reduce kids’ toxin exposure. Through these simple steps, such as choosing toys wisely and reducing plastic use, parents can help keep playtime safe at home.

Living Well and Coping with Celiac Disease
For persons with celiac disease, a genetic disorder that elicits an autoimmune response upon ingestion of the wheat protein gluten, maintaining a gluten free lifestyle is the only remedy. Mum Mum’s explains that while it may seem overwhelming at first, there is a wealth of resources available to assist in creating a gluten free diet.

It is vital to read labels and clean out cabinets when going gluten free, in addition to keeping a positive attitude. Oftentimes, celiac disease results in malabsorption of some vital nutrients including calcium, vitamin D, B12, and magnesium; so it is important to consult a health care professional to ensure adequate nutrient intake on a gluten free diet. Optimizing web based resources as well as books can help you understand all the foods that are gluten free and where hidden sources of gluten may lie.

Understanding the BPA Debate
The notorious BPA (bisphenol A) remains in the headlines, only this time represented by 2 very opposing viewpoints. Leaving parents ultimately confused, the FDA announced BPA was safe for human consumption in the small doses it is currently found in throughout the food supply while the National Toxicology Program (NTP) stated BPA does indeed pose health risks to infants, children, and fetuses.

The post takes and in depth look at the current BPA debate. BPA is ubiquitous in both the food supply and common household products, hence the CDC’s 2004 findings that 93% of the 2,500 people studies did indeed have BPA in their bodies. The NTP’s assessment was based on previous studies and recent findings in addition to expert panel analysis. Their findings explained that BPA alters brain development and behavior while increasing the risk for prostate cancer in small children. The FDA’s announcement, however, is believed to have been based on review of only 3 studies which were funded by the chemical industry. Both sides concur more research is needed, but in the interim it is important parents attempt to minimize the use of products containing BPA.

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Baby Development - Living Well and Coping with Celiac Disease
— in MumMums blog posted 42 weeks ago
By Colleen Hurley, RD Certified Kids Nutrition Specialist Celiac disease is a genetic disorder in which the protein in gluten triggers an autoimmune response. The best form of treatment for celiac disease is a gluten free diet, which for a newly di

Baby Development – 5 Ways to Reduce Kids' Toxin Exposure
— in MumMums blog posted 43 weeks ago
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Baby Development – Understanding the BPA Debate
— in MumMums blog posted 42 weeks ago
By Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kids Nutrition Specialist The chemical bisphenol A (BPA) has gotten more media coverage over the past year than many celebrities. The buzz surrounding BPA is both conflicting and alarming, leaving parents across the

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