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How to Do the Gluten Free Diet
Those with celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity have difficulty digesting the gluten contained in grains such as wheat, barley and rye. According to the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center, over 3 million Americans suffer from celiac disease, which is a lifelong autoimmune disorder that can have debilitating symptoms for both children and adults. For those diagnosed with celiac or a gluten sensitivity, switching to the gluten-free diet is worth the challenge. It can make the sufferer feel notably better, sometimes in as little as two weeks.
Advantages of Organic Food
Organic food, once regarded as part of hippie culture, is quickly gaining in popularity and commanding larger sections in local supermarkets. Even big business wants a part of the “green” as they race to create products that are more environmentally and health-friendly. The advantages of organic food are many. While some consumers might buy organic food strictly for its health benefits, others support the organic movement for environmental reasons and animal rights. Lastly, there are those who just want to see their local organic farmers thrive.
Ways To Use A Tablet As A Family Hub
This post is in partnership with Huawei and written by Jen Rattie. As our kids have grown older, managing their schedules plus our own has been challenging for my husband and I. We have tried many ways to organize all our activities – post-it notes, wall calendars and even a family organizer binder. None of…
Online Privacy and Data: What Parents Need to Know
There are many components within technology – and two major ones that both governments and companies struggle with is online privacy and data. As a parent, it is important to me that the companies my kids interact with are following online privacy guidelines. This also applies to non-educational technology and data.
Your Child’s Privacy Has Flown the Coop
Angry Birds, one of the most popular game apps ever, lets you take out frustrations vicariously by flinging digital birds at pigs. But, it isnt as innocent as may seem. In addition to wasting time, the app has been known to store personal info such as location to target specific ads at you. And its not alone.