Fit kids

In-door pollution and allergens are having a drastic affect on our health – with nearly eight in ten Brits believing that the poor air quality in their home can impact their health and immune system, according to new research from Puressentiel. Here are some products we have tried out to counteract problems.

Bare Addiction Skincare is launching a new day cream with built-in SPF to help protect young skin from harmful UV rays. The cruelty-free, vegan-friendly moisturiser will make it easier for young people - and their parents - to find effective yet affordable suncare solutions ready for summer. 

Two new products from Puressential – Respiratory Nasal Hygiene Hydrating Spray and Puressential Respiratory Nasal Hygiene Baby Unidoses – are perfect for summer allergies and ear, nose and throat infections, writes Anne Coates.

Paediatric flat feet is one of the most common conditions parents worry about, mostly without due cause. So what is flat feet in children and what do you need to know about this condition to ensure your child has a solid foundation for their future foot health? Will Munro, Managing Director of FootActive advises.

More and more children could be turning into "fussy eaters" after a bout of Covid, according to smell experts at the University of East Anglia and Fifth Sense, the charity for people affected by smell and taste disorders who offer some top tips to help.

Good nutrition should always come from food first but sometimes out bodies need a boost – especially if you have intolerances or your children are picky eaters. Alive! has a range of supplements to meet every need.

GP and advisor to Docusol Paediatric, Dr Nisa Aslam discusses infant bowel health, stress and sleep – treatment and top tips to manage constipation.

Dr Nisa Aslam, advisor to Golden Eye® – makers of a range of drops and ointments to treat conjunctivitis, styes and blepharitis – offers advice on how to treat conjunctivitis in children.

Dr Carrie Ruxton, dietitian advisor to Petits Filous, shares her top tips for protecting children’s bones as they grow.

The digestive health woes of constipation is miserable for little ones  as well as for parents. But if your child suffers, they are not alone as constipation affects up to 30 per cent of children. In the first year of childhood, up to four in ten children in the UK are likely to develop constipation at least once. Dr Nisa Aslam discusses how to recognise the symptoms, treat and prevent constipation.  

Using Salcura Bioskin Dermaspray Intensive (body) and the Zeoderm skin repair moisturiser (face & body) has been a revelation for Christine Mayle who has suffered with sensitive skin since her teens.

Colgate has announced the launch of a new Kids Bamboo toothbrush designed specifically for children. The brush, which is suitable for children aged 6+ and is available with either a Koala or Polar Bear design, makes brushing fun for kids while also helping them to look after the planet.

Airborne allergens expert and creator of HayMax allergen barrier balm, Max Wiseberg gives his tips on helping children who suffer from hay fever enjoy outdoor birthday parties.

Teaming up with the nation’s wellness partner, Holland & Barrett, leading immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi reveals the top five pieces of advice she wants all parents to know about helping to keep their children well this cold and flu season.

Myleene Klass joins TV Medic Dr Philippa Kaye, with parents and nursery school professionals to launch a video series for the 2020 childhood flu campaign, Share Good Times Not Flu. Parents have their questions answered about the flu vaccination and tackle the common myths around eligibility, natural immunity and COVID-19.

Grow strong and shine bright with JOHNSON’S® Haircare range and help kids tame their lion mane or sparkle like a princess. Harriet and Anne Coates put some of the products to the test.

Back to school: the real symptoms to look out for in children according to research from the COVID Symptom Study app

SwissGel® with CBD – Natural First Aid – available in cooling and warming formulas is suitable for massage during muscle fatigue, strained back and knees, after sports or physical exertion.