Could Fast Food Increase Allergy Related Conditions?

We have heard, many times, about a connection between fast food and obesity. Could it also link to childhood asthma and eczema? That is what a group of researchers have determined after taking a close look at global disease and dietary patterns. I don’t think that there are any parents out there who truly believe that fast food is a healthy, wonderful, choice for dinner every single night. (Or, at least, there shouldn’t be). We have all heard it said that too much fast food can cause several different types of health problems, in both adults and children. One of … Continue reading

Baby Skin Problems 2

Your little one is just perfect. But she still may be vulnerable to baby skin problems. Most of these problems are innocuous and will go away with just a little home treatment. Some common baby skin problems could need a pediatricians attention. Here is what you need to know about the skin problems that may affect your baby. This is part two of a two-part series. Eczema Eczema is a skin rash that should be examined by a pediatrician, especially if this is the first outbreak. It is a very itchy,scaly rash that may develop tiny red bumps that ooze. … Continue reading

Baby Eczema

If your baby has had eczema or is prone to it, you know that it is a pain to get rid of and something that you have to really stay on top of in order to treat effectively. What Is It? Eczema is a skin rash also known as atopic dermatitis. It often crops up between the ages of 2 months and 2 years. In our experience, children usually outgrow it, but in the meantime, it leaves baby’s skin with scaly, red, itchy patches. If it is scratched too much it can ooze and bleed and become infected. Since it … Continue reading