How can you make sure the infant formula you choose doesn't contain GMOs?

Before you grab those Popsicles and colorful drinks to help your kids cool off this summer, you need to learn the ugly truth about artificial colors.

The Brain Balance Achievement Centers are revolutionizing the approach to preventing, diagnosing and treating autism.

More adults are taking medications for chronic diseases. But these same meds are linked to increasing rates of poisonings in kids.

For the most part, the Internet is a rewarding place for kids and teens. But the potential risks can be devastating. Learn how to safeguard your children from danger.

If your child has a developmental delay but is now entering his or her teens, transitioning to an "adult" doctor can be a challenge.

Parental wartime deployment can be very distressing for kids. Learn how military families can get the best health care available.

Bacteria and other germs may be lurking at some of your fun Summer hot spots. Learn your potential risks.

It only takes a short time for someone to drown. Learn how you can stay safe while in and/or near the water.

Bug bites, bee stings and certain plants like poison ivy can cause extreme irritation and are potentially dangerous.

Recognizing the role that hormone imbalances play in the development of ADHD may lead to exciting new treatment options.

Learning these ten principles for managing ADHD may help you to maintain a pleasant relationship with your child.

Learn about a groundbreaking program for parents seeking to reduce their child's ADHD symptoms.

Researchers have identified a connection between childhood ADHD and deficiencies in essential fats and phospholipids.

Gabe’s Chemo Duck Program™ is a unique educational program that supports kids and families living with cancer.

There are many myths you may have heard about a child with Cerebral Palsy. However, many of these youngsters have perfectly normal intelligence.

Have you noticed delays in your child's motor development? This is common in kids, so early recognition is key.

The Greeks called the walnut “the nut of Jupiter,” fit for the gods. Native to Persia, walnuts now come from California, which has over 122,000 acres of walnut trees. The tree itself is very hardy and is 15 years old before reaching full production. The average tree produces for 45 years.

Walnuts are high in unsaturated, fatty acids, iron, and B vitamins. The oil in walnuts has a tendency to absorb strong odors, so they should be kept in cold storage. Manufacturers of syrup toppings, ice cream, candy, casseroles and baking products all rely on walnuts.

Although many nuts have proven to be really beneficial to your health, studies are showing that walnuts contain almost twice as many antioxidants as other nuts. And that’s not just an interesting statistic — all of those antioxidants really do your body a lot of good. Below, we’ll take a look at two big stand-out benefits of walnuts.

What your baby eats is probably the single most important part of a baby's early health. It can also be a confusing time for new parents.

Ahhhh the smell of summer! Which also brings with it lawnmower injuries. Are your kids ready to mow the lawn by themselves?

Tis the season for dog parks and play parks. But remember, big or little, any dog can bite.

Five out of 30 high school students were victims of electronic bullying in the past year. Is your kid being bullied or one of the bullies?

Are at-home medical tests safe and accurate? What might you be missing?

Is it possible to become smarter by improving your coordination?

Immigrant children represent the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population, but their health care is suffering severe neglect.

Does your child complain of itchy, dry skin? It could be eczema. Learn the best ways to combat this annoying skin condition.

Introducing solid foods to your baby brings a whole host of new worries - including food allergies. Learn what the AAP has to say.

Recommendations to keep your children safe to help prevent amusement-ride related injuries.

Recommendations to keep your children safe to help prevent amusement-ride related injuries.

Does your baby spit up? Find out if it's something to worry about or just normal digestive functioning of your little bundle.

When news stories are full of terrible disasters, do you know just how much to let your children watch? How can you help them understand?

Acne can make or break childhood and teen years. Learn tips for helping your child through this difficult phase of life.

Jaundice can be scary to any new parent. Get informed now so that your newborn gets the best jaundice care.

Recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics for the safest and best home birth for your new little bundle.

There is a scary trend that is sweeping this nation and it must be stopped!

Parents may be influenced by family, friends, and social networks when making decisions about vaccinating their children.

Is your teen going to try the Cinnamon Challenge? Learn how this popular dare could possibly cause severe injury or death.

Becoming a parent is exciting yet overwhelming. Learn helpful ways to prepare for this new adventure and put your fears aside.

Screen-Free Week is a national celebration where families turn off entertainment screen media, TV and video games. Could YOU do it?

Does your teenager feel comfortable telling a pediatrician all his or her health information? Do you even have a right to know this information?

Learn tips on staying connected to your child's health while they are away at college.

Parents: do you know what your teen is doing after prom? Will drinking and/or drugs be involved?

Why would anyone deliberately hurt an innocent child? The emotionally charged topic of child abuse is discussed.

Would you know the signs of a concussion? Learn to recognize this potential danger and how to protect your child from harm.

Are your little athletes at risk for injuries this baseball season? Learn tips on preventing those injuries before they happen.

Bigger plates = more food? Smaller dishware is one of the answers to childhood obesity.

Does your child play sports? If they do, then you need to listen as we help prevent acute and devastating sports injuries.

Don't let your child fall into the same training rut day after day for their sport. Prevent overuse injuries by cross training your young athlete and give them the best chance at sucess.

We’ve talked frequently on YOU The Owner's Manual Radio Show about the feminization of male tadpoles when exposed to ponds with plastic bottles made with BPA.  

BPA is a plasticizer common in baby bottles in the plastic baby bottle era of 1970 to 2008, and is common in thermal receipts.  

It acts to disrupt testosterone function and maybe to mimic estrogen. Those changes are thought to be very powerful: it appears male infants function with certain brain structures more like females - more of the FOX2 protein, which leads to more chatter (I kid you not) when the mom has a high blood level of BPA during pregnancy.  And more asthma in such children too.

Now something even more serious.

Exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) and it’s cousin BPS in the womb or as an infant increases the risk of childhood learning disorders, by changing the function of a gene important to learning in kids (and even us adults.)

These genes produce a protein that gets chloride out of cells. Not enough chloride out, poor development of connections, which means poor learning.

Small amounts of BPA and BPS seem to interfere with brain development by blocking these genes.

Even worse, maybe this endocrine disruptor is responsible for some of the substantial increase in autism in the last two decades.

Will the latest therapies and treatments for Autism work for your child? Are they covered by insurance?  We help you figure out the maze of Autism and the best treatment for your child.