We know that exercise is good for both body and mind for kids of all ages, and Mum Mums recently discussed new research that found that exercise may also be therapeutic. Exercise must be on the brains of researchers as well as a new study found that exercise may even lead to better grades in school. (more…)
Archive for May, 2012
More Physical Education in Schools Leads to Better Grades, Study Suggests
Thursday, May 31st, 2012How Exercise Affects the Brain: Age and Genetics Play a Role
Saturday, May 26th, 2012We all need physical activity to keep our brains and bodies healthy. With little ones in the house you know even more so that kids need to expend some of that boundless energy in addition to setting a healthy lifelong habit of being active. A new study found that exercise may do more than just get your blood flowing. (more…)
Breastfeeding Benefits: Human Breast Milk Ingredient Adjusts to Optimize for Beneficial Gut Bacteria Over Time
Thursday, May 24th, 2012
The many wondrous health benefits breastfeeding provides for both mum and baby are well known. Knowing all the health benefits it is a wonder someone hasn’t tried to bottle it up, yet an exact formulation cannot be done because a mother’s breast milk is changing all the time to match the needs of her baby. A new study found that the ever changing breast milk composition can even adapt to help a baby’s intestinal flora. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Orange Quinoa with Fruit
Friday, May 18th, 2012This delicious, gluten free recipe features the recently discussed pseudograin quinoa. Quinoa is a complete protein meaning it has all the essential amino acids and is packed with nutrients. Highly versatile, quinoa can go sweet or savory and this gluten free recipe optimizes the fruit in peak seas this time of year. Any of your favorite fruits can be used, even dried fruits if you don’t have any fresh fruit around but check out what’s available at the farmer’s market and use some creativity. (more…)
5 Tips for Saving Money on Gluten Free Foods
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012All this Celiac Disease Awareness this month discussion may have gotten you thinking gluten free. Even though embracing a gluten free diet is the best and only treatment for celiac disease, people are going gluten free for a variety of reasons from gluten sensitivities to improving overall health and wellness. Some gluten free items may be a bit more costly but a gluten free diet doesn’t need break your bank. Here are 5 tips for saving money on gluten free foods: (more…)
Food Revolution Day
Friday, May 11th, 2012May is certainly a month of raising awareness about food. The whole month of May honors Celiac Disease Awareness and today, May 19th is Food Revolution Day. Jamie Olive became an overnight sensation as the Naked Chef but lately has been dedicating his efforts to stop childhood obesity. Jamie has been campaigning to get healthier, cleaner foods in schools across the world and encouraging all of us to connect with our communities to help solve the world’s food issues. It’s a day to Stand Up for Real Food, and here are 10 ideas (of Jami’s 25) to help you celebrate Food Revolution Day: (more…)
Signs and Symptoms of Celiac Disease
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012In honor of Celiac Disease Awareness Month, Mum Mum’s has been discussing exactly what celiac disease is as well as how to cope. Since it can be complex to discover celiac disease and so many people remain undiagnosed, here are the signs and symptoms. (more…)
What Is Celiac Disease?
Friday, May 4th, 2012In honor of National Celiac Disease Awareness Month, Mum Mum’s has been discussing how to live well and cope with celiac disease. While great strides have been made in raising awareness for celiac disease, more work still needs to be done. Although there about 3 million celiacs in the US, it’s estimated that another 2.7 million remain undiagnosed. Yes, more awareness is definitely needed. (more…)
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