Heavy metals like mercury, lead, arsenic, and cadmium occur naturally in the environment, however certain foods absorb more than others during the growing process, either through the soil or water
Infants
Babies and toddlers go through dramatic growth and cognitive development in the first two years of life, a process dependent on adequate nutrition and a healthy environment. Organic food contains higher nutrient levels, including higher levels of antioxidants, with fewer harmful substances
Beta-carotene is a pigment found in orange and yellow coloured fruits and vegetables. It is converted in the body to the active form of vitamin A, an essential fat-soluble vitamin.
Introducing solids to your little one is an exciting, but scary time. Your little one is growing up! Obviously, great nutrition is essential, but what else do you need to consider to ensure solids are introduced safely? Consider these 4 tips
Introducing your bub to new foods is an exciting time! You really notice how fast they are growing up. Introducing solids to your young one is one thing, but introducing foods that might cause adverse reactions is another. This can be… a little daunting. Here we will cover everything you need to know about how to introduce your baby to potential allergens.
What an exciting time! Your little one is ready for their first mouthfuls of food! You will know when they are ready once you notice that your little one can hold their head up straight, watches you carefully as you eat and reaches out for your food.
Whether you are using infant formula or expressed breast milk, the same bottle-feeding techniques apply.
Just like adults, baby’s bowel movements can differ from one baby to the next. Within the first three months of life, infants can pass anywhere from 5 to 40 bowel motions per week. Constipation in babies involves changes in the texture and consistency of the stools, as well as the frequency at which they are produced.
Brain development continues at a rapid rate and continues developing until about 3 years of age. Myelination that started during gestation continues, helping the brain develop the flexibility needed for electrical impulses involved in neurotransmission. Neurotransmitter synthesis is active during this time and is involved in the development of baby’s reward centre in the brain which effects mood and behaviour. The hippocampus continues to develop improving baby’s recognition and memory
Although constipation, which is defined as the passing of hard and dry bowel movements (stool), can be a concern in infants, it is uncommon in infants less than 6 months of age and mainly arises as the infant ages and transitions to a solid diet.
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