At the launch of National Smile Month 2008 - 18 May to 17 June - the UK’s leading independent dental charity has criticised claims that fruit smoothies could be twice as healthy as first thought – warning that if consumed too frequently they could cause an “erosion epidemic”.
To mark the start of Sun Awareness Week (5 to 11 May) the British Association of Dermatologists warns that parents are still confused about the need to protect children and teens in the sun.
In a survey released today, over half the people questioned eat three or less portions of fruit and vegetables a day - despite knowing that the recommendation is five.
Ask about Medicines week kicks off a year of activities around the country that will focus on children asking about the medicines they take and reduce the risk factor.
Rubber plants, Boston fern, pot chryanthemum, ivy and peace lily are the top five plants to adorn your child's bedroom - and they have health benefits too, writes Sarah Holland of the Flowers & Plants Association.
New research has found that although parents understand the importance of giving their children a balanced breakfast every day and are keen to do so, almost one in four children is still going to school at least once a week on an empty stomach.
An in-depth UK health study (published in the medical journal, Heart) found that young adults who lose their teeth to decay or gum disease are far more likely to die from heart disease in later life.
Poor vision can hamper your child’s academic performance, and children can be labelled as slow learners or even troublemakers when they can’t see properly.
Our eyes are ten times more sensitive to UV light than our skin and children’s eyes - with big pupils and clearer lenses - are at the greatest risk of UV damage. Up to 70 per cent more UV light reaches the child's retina than in an adult's eye.
Children need more protection than adults - getting sunburned in childhood brings a greater risk of skin cancer in later life so keep them cool and covered.
