As more and more of the world’s population gets access to the internet and smart phones, there are questions arising about how this is affecting us. An increasing number of scientists are worried about the effects on our intelligence. Is technology making us dumber? Continue reading “Is Technology Making Us Dumber?”
Omega-3 – A Miracle Nutrient?
Since Omega-3 first appeared on the market in the early eighties, it has proved to be beneficial for just about every part of the body. A Google search of “health benefits of omega-3” yielded 1,8 million entries in just 0,7 seconds!
Continue reading “Omega-3 – A Miracle Nutrient?”To Vaccinate Or Not? A Parent’s Dilemma
Vaccinations are very much in the news at the moment and everyone is wondering whether or not to have the shots. Interestingly, this is not a new topic and many doctors and scientists have been expressing doubts about vaccinations in general. In particular, there is considerable discussion on whether the current vaccination programme for children is actually safe. The medical authorities would have us believe that it is, but are they right?
Continue reading “To Vaccinate Or Not? A Parent’s Dilemma”Using Paracetamol (Panado, Tylenol, etc) During Pregnancy Linked With Motor Skills and Behavioural Problems In Childhood.
Two recent studies have shown that children born to women using paracetamol (acetaminophen) for pain and fever during pregnancy had increased risk of motor skills, communication and behavioural problems. Continue reading “Using Paracetamol (Panado, Tylenol, etc) During Pregnancy Linked With Motor Skills and Behavioural Problems In Childhood.”