Dear Lesley: My Baby has a Runny Nose
My baby has had a running nose and cough for a little over a week. I don’t want to give him too much of anything. I just started giving him the elderberry for babies. I need suggestions for his runny nose and cough.
Nutrients & Supplements for Cold Season
Do you have a nutritional aspect of your self-care routine in place for the season change?
Supplement Appropriately and Safely
The decision of whether to take dietary supplements varies for numerous reasons. Some individuals decide to take supplements in order to provide additional nutrients aside from what they are getting in their daily meals to meet nutritional recommendations or to remedy nutrient depletions or deficiencies.
Immune Support: Vitamin C, Zinc, and Hydration
Looking for ways to boost your immune system? My recommendation would be to practice a food first approach to immune support. Eating vitamin C and zinc containing foods and maintaining adequate hydration can assist with supporting your immune system and might just provide that boost you’re looking for.
Eating Green Vegetables Daily
Are you eating multiple servings of green vegetables daily? If so, good for you! If not, what’s up?
Practices to Model/Teach Children that Help Support and Maintain Healthy Immune Systems
I hope that you find this information helpful. Remember to consistently offer a variety of nutritious whole foods to your little one to help foster their interest in natural food early on.
