IVF comes with risk of birth defect
In-vitro fertilization (IVF), which came as a boon to infertile couples, is not without its flip side too Continue reading “IVF comes with risk of birth defect” » More...
Premature babies getting fresh blood fare no better
Acutely ill premature babies who received fresher blood fare no Continue reading “Premature babies getting fresh blood fare no better” » More...
Fast-food logos light up kid’s brains
The appetite centres of children’s brains light up when they are shown Continue reading “Fast-food logos light up kid’s brains” » More...
Kids prefer tech gadgets to clothes for new school year
Young kids aged 8 to 18 would rather have a smartphone, laptop or tablet than new clothes, a new survey has revealed Continue reading “Kids prefer tech gadgets to clothes for new school year” » More...
Kids’ self-control linked to their BMI as adults
Young children, who practise self-control and delay gratification longer in terms of eating habits the age of four Continue reading “Kids’ self-control linked to their BMI as adults” » More...
Infants of obese mums grow more slowly
Pregnant obese women’s added weight, apart from causing them a host of health complications, also appears to affect how their children grow and develop Continue reading “Infants of obese mums grow more slowly” More...
Mums-to-be exposed to microwave ovens up offspring’s risk of obesity
In-utero exposure to relatively high magnetic field levels is associated with a 69 percent increased risk of being obese or overweight during childhood compared to lower in-utero magnetic field levels Continue More...
New video teaches kids `how to brushy’
A new video may help parents get their kids follow good dental habits Continue reading “New video teaches kids `how to brushy’” » More...
Early toilet training could `harm potty prodigies`
Parents who pressurise their children to potty train before the age of three may be hurting them, a paediatric urologist has said Continue reading “Early toilet training could `harm potty prodigies`” More...
How to inspire kids to eat more veggies
Two new studies may make it easier for moms to get their kids to eat – and enjoy – their greens Continue reading “How to inspire kids to eat more veggies” » More...
