MYTHS DEBUNKED!

SUGAR MAKES KIDS HYPER:-

          Truth:- There is no research that shows hyperactivity is caused by eating too much sugar. Often, children eat foods that are high in sugar, such as candy, pop, or cake at celebrations that makes them excited and act hyper. Birthday parties, family gatherings and playtime with friends are some common situations where kids eat foods that are high in sugar and may appear cranky or hyper. However, it is the situation, not food that effects a child's behaviour. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is not caused by kids eating too much sugar.

FAT KIDS BECOME FAT ADULT:-

          Truth:- The rate of obesity among children and adults is on the high rise in many countries. Rather than focus on the child's weight on the scale, watch your child's growth over time. Many children "grow into" their weight as their height and physical activity increase. Healthy lifestyle habits help children have a healthy weight when they become adults.

EVERY CHILD SHOULD TAKE A VITAMIN - MINERAL SUPPLEMENT:-

          Truth:- Most children do not need a vitamin-mineral supplement. If a child eats a wide variety of foods, over time thry will get the nutrients they need. Teaching children to get their nutrition from a pill tells them that food is not important. Many children will have days where thay do not eat a great variety of food. Remember, foods eaten in one single day or at single meal do not determine a child's health. Rather, foods eaten over several days add together to provide the nutrients the child needs. 

WANNA GET RID OF LICE?

      A common probem among children at school age is having head lice. In fact it is second only to the common cold among communicable deseases affecting school children. Lice prefer to live in clean and oil free hair so that it can travel easily in different locations of your head. What's more disturbing is that a female lice can lay more than 100 eggs in just 10-12 days! The nits or eggs of lice are mostly found at the base of the hair. They cause intense itching and can be irritating and embarassing at times. Though no always, head lice could be due to bad personal hygiene or an unclean living environment and it needs to be tackled immediately.

Lice-Free!
   

           Both over-th-counter and prescription medications are available to treat head lice. However, you can help to prevent kids from getting lice or from becoming re-infested with lice by taking the following precautions:-

• Children avoid head-to-head contact at school and also while playing at home with other children.
• Children should not share combs, brushes, hats, ribbions, hair ties or bands, towels, or other personal care items with anyone else, whether they may have lice or not.
• Children should not lie on bedding, pillows, and carpets that have recently been used by someone with lice.
• Every 3 or 4 days, children should examine themselves for head lice and also other members of the household who have had close contact with a person who has lice. Then, treat those who are found to have lice or nits close to the scalp.

These were the simple tips that you should always remember if you have lice or not. Because, there is a possibility that even you can have it. Who knows.. I hope you liked it..:)

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                              CHIKOO..  [Food Fit]

       A native of Mexico, Chikoo (better known as sapodilla or sapota)  is a sweet tropical fruit cultivated extensively in coastal India. Mostly oval or round in shape, this small brown fruit is either grainy or smooth. Hard, gummy and harsh when immature, Chikoo becomes pulpy and juicy when ripe. Eaten fresh, it makes a tasty addition to desserts.

   Low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium, Chikoo is a rich source of pre-digested sugar glucose that supplies most of the energy our body needs in an instant and easily transportable form. Chikoo is a great source of Vitamin C and dietary fiber, and rich in potassium , magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorus and protein. While fiber is good for constipation, the absorbable iron content makes it a refreshing and inexpensive option for those with anemia
     Its protein content helps build tissues while the calcium- phosphorus ratio helps withstand strain and exposure to disease. But with Chikoo, nature has provided an entire natural pharmacy that eliminates the need for costly prescriptions.
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                                                      ACNE...   
        Acne  is the name for those red bumps called pimples that a lot of kids and teens get on their skin. When your skin's oil glends make too much oil, the tiny holes on your skin called pores get stopped up with oil, dead skin and bacteria. Then the skin around these clogged pores can swell and look lumpy or red. Usually, this happens during adolescence.
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MYTHS THAT ARE PREOVED WRONG..

MYTHS THAT ARE PROVED WRONG..


         

Kids Need To Rest After A Busy Week At School.

      The truth: Kids have a lot more energy than we give them credit for! They should not spend every weekend playing computer games; get them out and about. Encourage them to join a Saturday morning sports club or do something active as a family.

Tinned Or Frozen Fruit And Vegetables Is Not As Healthy As Fresh:- 
       The Truth: In fact, frozen or canned fruits can be just nutritious and as fresh because of the way they are now processes and packed. Many canned and frozen fruit and veggies are bursting with nutrients. This is because they're processes within hours of being picked and fewer nutrients get lost in the freezing or canning process.

As Long As Kids Are Active They Can Eat Anything:-  
      The Truth: if only that were the case! Even slim children are putting themselves at risk of becoming adults with high cholesterol and high blood pressure if they eat too much high-fat food or sugar-rich sweets.

            DECODING DANDRUFF...

          Dandruff is just as common in children as it is in adults, although there are a handful of causes that are more prevalent in children . Medically speaking, it is a condition where the skin cells on the scalp are produced in excess, which gives rise to irritation and itching . It might arise from an imbalance of your  normal body function whereby the metabolism is disturbed .This comes in two different -dry and greasy.Dry dandruff appears silvery and white while greasy flakes appear pale yellowish and may have an unpleasant smell.

 Dealing With Dandruff:-
         Dandruff in children may be caused simply by their lack of personal hygiene and you may be able to clear up dandruff issues simply by teaching them to wash their hair on a regular  basis.Apart from this there are other reasons such as stress or bad diet.However in order to overcome dandruff problem, take care not to use the brush or comb of the person suffering from dandruff as it is contagious. Likewise, make sure you wash your comb/brush after every shampoo if you have have dandruff yourself!
Many medicines, medicated soaps and shampoos are available to counter dandruff, but the most effective is cleanliness of hair. Brush your hair thrice a day and shampoo at least once a week. While washing your hair, take care that the water does not trickle down your face. There are chances that you may get pimples.

HEALTH IS WEALTH...

BODY ODOUR A PROBLEM..

              

         Body odour is the smell of sweat and bacteria that grow on the body and it can be influenced by various factors like gender, diet, health, genes and medication amongst  others. Instead of running after expensive deodorants and perfumes which may harm your skin, one should try out natural remedies to get rid of the problem of bad body odour. If your body sweats a lot leading to foul smell, one can try natural means to reduce the amount of sweat. 

How To Fight Body Odour?

     This can be done by avoiding the use of synthetic and tight- fitting clothes along with avoiding the intake of hot drinks like tea and coffee. In addition, one should regularly cleanse oneself with medicated cleansers to get rid of body odour. Moreover, it has been found that adding a tablespoon of honey to lukewarm water after bath can help in keeping body odour in check. Similarly, adding a teaspoon of alum to the bath water can help one smell fresh throughout the day. To naturally cure the problem of body odour and perspiration, one should regularly drink a cup of tomato juice for one week. In addition, soaking cotton wool pads in baking soda and powdering one's underarms with it can help reduce odour  associated with underarms. This is because baking soda helps in absorbing chemicals which might be causing body odour. In summers, special care needs to be taken due to excessive sweating. It has been found that adding a full cup of vinegar to one's bath water can help in fighting sweat related odour during summers. Smelling good and feeling fresh are essential requirements to lead a healthy life.

MYTHS THAT ARE PROVED FALSE!

Shaving Makes Hair Grow Back Darker And Thicker..

        Not true! Stubble only appears thicker until it grows out a little, and then tapers a bit. As for the colour,  it's the sun and chemicals that lighten up, so your little sprouts are just your natural colour, nothing darker. 

Reading In Dim Light Ruins Your Eyesight..

       The answer is not true! Reading in low dim light will not change the health or function of our eyes. If it were true then prior to Thomas Edison's discovery of the electric light bulb, majority of the people living in the past would have lost their eyesight due to writing or reading under the shade of dim light candles. But yes, reading in dim can lead to temporary eyestrain. Therefore, it is recommended that you read under proper lighting..

We Use Only 10% Of Our Brains...
      While it's so tempting to use this as an excuse for the silly behavior your friend does, this is  an other myth that is not true. In actuality, brain imaging studies show that no area of the brain is completely silent or unused..

WATERY WATERMELONS..
      Watermelon is not only delicious, but extremely healthy, as well. Watermelons are a great snack for both children and adults, for the reason that they contain practically no fat. Watermelons are in nature an excellent source of vitamins A,C and B6. They are also a great source of potassium, and extremely low in sodium. In fact there is evidence that watermelons were grown by the ancient Egyptians. It was founded in 4000 B.C. and is still a universal fruit that continues to be a favourite of many.
         Watermelon has a higher water content and lower calorie content than many other fruits. A whole cup of watermelon contains only 48 calories, but it delivers more nutrients per calorie! Researchers believe that beta-carotene and vitamin C that are present in Watermelons are capable of preventing heart disease, cancer, and other chronic conditions. Watermelon is also a valuable source of lycopene which has been extensively studied for its antioxidant and cancer- preventing properties which can fight diseases like prostrate cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer and colorectal cancer.
          So whether you choose watermelons for their health benefits or simply for their good taste, they can be an excellent snack, summer dish or gardening project...
                              I LOVE WATERMELONS...!! WHAT ABOUT YOU?:D