A year-long trial suggests soluble corn fibre could help calcium-deprived children and teenagers increase bone mineral content, though researchers say effects may depend on the type and dose of fibre. Researchers at Florida International University say a simple source of…
Families are turning to affordable community programmes for music, visual art and performance as school-based opportunities shrink across Seattle. For 11-year-old Aliza Crystal, the arts are not an extracurricular luxury but a core part of daily life. The West Seattle…
Parents do not need identical approaches to raise children well, but experts say shared goals, consistent boundaries and calm conflict resolution are crucial. Parents do not have to approach child-rearing in exactly the same way for a household to function…
Avoiding presentations, friendships and everyday conversations may signal more than ordinary shyness. Early support and gradual exposure can help teenagers break the cycle of fear and withdrawal. Many parents first notice something is wrong when a teenager begins dodging class…
A consistent wake-up time, earlier caffeine cut-offs and less screen stimulation can help reset disrupted sleep patterns without relying on medication. Difficulty falling asleep, waking in the night and feeling drained in the morning do not always call for medication.…
The approval of mFlusiva has exposed a widening gap in US vaccine policy, with the CDC unable to issue fresh recommendations after its advisory process was disrupted. The federal vaccine policy machinery in the United States has fallen into disarray…
Eating the same breakfast is not necessarily unhealthy, experts say, but a nutrient-poor routine can leave gaps in fibre, vitamins and minerals. Eating the same breakfast every day is not automatically a problem, nutrition experts say. What matters most is…
Research suggests restrictions on using US food aid to buy sweetened drinks reduce purchases and could prevent tens of thousands of diabetes cases, despite concerns over stigma and substitution. Efforts to stop US food aid being used to buy sugary…
Experts urge parents to replace pressure with patience when young gymnasts lose confidence, saying smaller steps and supportive conversations can help rebuild trust in movement. Parents of gymnasts are often told to stay positive, but that can be difficult when…
A flexible one-pot recipe turns leftover or rotisserie chicken into a silky, brightened soup, with spinach, herbs and lemon balancing its creamy finish. Creamy chicken noodle soup is having a long, well-earned moment because it delivers the kind of comfort…
