How about a do it yourself facial massage, as seen in Body+Soul Magazine:
Category Archives: Natural Treatment
Baby Acetaminophen Tied To Asthma
WebMD reports that babies given acetaminophen in the first year of life have a 46% increased risk of asthma. It’ also increases eczema, and runny nose/itchy eyes. Click here for the full article.
One of the main reasons it’s given to babies is for teething pain. There are many alternative safe teething remedies. We have them posted here- just search teething in our search bar.
Aviod Flu: Take Probiotics
Because 70% of the immune system is in the digestive tract, it’s super important to keep your intestinal flora balanced. Probiotics are a healthy concentrated form of the good bacteria that line your gut. Take them to strengthen your immune system, especially if you’ve recently been on antibiotics.
Some food sources of beneficial bacteria: Continue reading Aviod Flu: Take Probiotics
Coconut for Healing
The almighty coconut contains lauric acid which your body uses to make monolaurin- an essential fatty acid. It is antiviral, antimicrobial and antibacterial so it helps your immune system fight off any bugs you are exposed to, and it will help you heal when you are sick. Here are a few ways to add it to your family’s diet:
Drink coconut water (especially if one has the flu- it is an amazing rehydrant!) Aim for 8 oz a day
Use coconut oil for cooking and baking (it’s a very healthy fat that actually promotes weight loss)
Add coconut milk to smoothies
and my personal fave- Eat coconut macaroons! Here is an easy recipe for a healthier version: Continue reading Coconut for Healing
Easy Home Remedy for Diaper Rash
See a bright red rash on your baby’s bum? It’s probably a yeast rash, so try using coconut oil on it! Coconut oil is antifungal and should take care of your little one’s problem in no time. As an added bonus, if you close your eyes and take a deep breath you might even be able to imagine you’re laying on the beach in Hawaii.