Tag Archives: milk

Does Milk Cause Mucus?

Posted on November 28, 2017 by L. M. Asta

The short answer is no. If you sick child likes milk, it’s okay to give it during colds and coughs. Milk has protein and natural sugars, and the body needs good nutrition to heal. If you child is allergic to … Continue reading →

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How tall will your child be? How do you get them there?

Posted on July 5, 2017 by L. M. Asta

Protein and nutrients are important for your child’s final height. This study of over 4000 kids found that children who drank milk versus non-dairy drinks were shorter. The researchers projected that a child who drinks 3 cups (24 ounces or … Continue reading →

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The Drink Pyramid

Posted on August 6, 2016 by L. M. Asta

The Drink Pyramid is a nice way to think about what you drink. Check it out here    

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Eliminating Foods in Food Allergy

Posted on July 16, 2015 by L. M. Asta

Food Allergy Research and Education has the information you need if you want to better understand the difference between food allergies and intolerance, or if your child has been diagnosed with a food allergy and you need to eliminate specific foods … Continue reading →

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Resolution: 1

Posted on January 2, 2015 by L. M. Asta

Resolutions are great. The problem is we almost always set our expectations too high. We are going to eat right, get active, straighten up and fly right. And as soon as we fail, we feel terrible. We give up. Instead, … Continue reading →

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Not Milk? Soy Rice Almond Coconut

Posted on August 5, 2012 by L. M. Asta

What’s milk? Technically, it’s produced in the mammary glands for its intended recipient: the calf, kid, or human. We are the only species that drinks the milk of another, and nutritionally, that’s because milk combines protein, fat, sugar, vitamins and … Continue reading →

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