
After years or declining rates of breastfeeding, the last decade has seen a reversal of this trend. More and more mothers are following recommendations and breastfeeding exclusively for at least 6 months. Breastfeeding yields benefits not just for the infant, but for the mother as well.

The saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day is no understatement as it turns out. New research lead by Dr. Jianghong Liu, an associate professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing revealed that children who consistently eat breakfast also scored higher IQ tests….

Want to know how to raise your child’s IQ? As it turns out, there are actually scientifically validated ways to raise the intelligence of a child, according to a new study just published in the academic journal Perspectives on Psychological Science. In it, John Protzko of the NYU Steinhardt…

Although it’s not a dire health concern, ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder still affects a large number of children and teens. When it comes to the possible cures for ADHD, doctors and psychiatrists could only help patients by managing the symptoms. Definite cures for ADHD are not yet…

While a scientific consensus has yet to be reached with respect to foods exact role in treating ADHD, one would be hard pressed to find a doctor who doesn’t agree that diet is important for sufferers. As WebMD’s ADHD expert Richard Sogn, MD, makes the point that whatever is…