Fructose is naturally present in most fruits and some vegetables, but it’s also found in many processed foods and drinks, such as candy, juice, soda and snack foods, making it difficult to avoid.
Seek Help Quickly for Your Child’s Urinary Tract Infection
You might think that urinary tract infections are a worry only for adult women. But they are a concern for babies and young children, too.
When to Get Help for School Anxiety
It’s normal for kids from preschool to high school age to experience some nervousness and anxiety early in the school year. As the early weeks unfold, most kids quickly gain confidence and settle into a routine. However, for some students — and their families — the anxiety continues to build. School-related anxiety and school refusal … Read More
How You Can Prevent Constipation in Your Kids
What can you do to help keep your kids from getting constipated? Lori Mahajan, MD, a pediatric constipation expert at Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital, shares some tips to prevent constipation in children. 1. Include fiber How much fiber is good enough? To figure out how many grams of fiber your child should consume each day, add five to their age. For … Read More
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Does My Baby or Toddler Have Constipation?
It’s a common problem but can be hard to spot: constipation in babies or very young children. Lori Mahajan, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital, says that up to 30 percent of children at some point in childhood will experience constipation. Symptoms of constipation can be hard to spot, but here’s what … Read More
Daily Digest: Extramarital Affairs, Childhood Constipation, and More
From MSNBC: Heart Attacks and Love Affairs On MSNBC, Cleveland Clinic heart surgeon and co-author of Heart 411, Marc Gillinov, MD, is asked if men who cheat on their wives are more likely to die of a heart attack. “It’s the added stress of trying to have a secret affair,” says Dr. Gillinov. “You are … Read More
