Milk Does a Brain Good
Milk is a key ingredient for brain development. And the options for milk are almost endless: In the first year there are breast milk and formula but after that the offerings expand to include cow’s milk, soy milk, almond milk, rice milk, and on and on. This segment, which aired on America Now, explains why it remains an important part of a child’s diet well after the first year.
Not All Fat Is Bad
Fats are the building blocks of the brain. So despite their reputation, fats are not always bad. Here’s a segment I did for America Now helping parents understand the difference between good versus evil, otherwise known as omega-3s versus omega-6s.
Keeping Your Head In the Game (And When to Keep it Out)
I cannot stress enough the importance of recognizing signs of concussion. This is true for kids and adults alike. Since we are strongly encouraging our children to get active and engage in team play, we also need to teach them how to tell when they need a break. A concussion is like a brain sprain–some are worse than others, but all need to be rested until they feel better. Read more about the rate of head concussion in kids’ sports and scroll towards the bottom of the article for a list of the signs of concussion.
Risky Business
I am among the most risk-averse people on the planet. But I still believe that there may be an upside to a small dose of danger. Here’s how I explain it in today’s edition of Glo.com:
Doctors Say It Again: No Screens for the Small Fries
Once again the American Academy of Pediatrics is reiterating an old message: your kids don’t get any real benefit from screen time under the age of two. And I couldn’t agree more. Talk to your kid, play with your kid, let your kid play alone. But stop rationalizing TV time as some sort of educational tool for the youngest brains.
About Dr. Cara Natterson
CARA NATTERSON, MD is a board-certified pediatrician, pediatric consultant, media expert, and the author of several books on child health and parenting. Read more... BOOKS by Dr. Natterson
