Cold Remedies From MommyDocs.com
Monday, October 20, 2008
Below are some sound tips from the board-certified MommyDocs (www.mommydocs.com), an online pediatric duo, who have dedicated their careers to tried-and-true child healthcare. Rachel Schreiber, M.D., FAAAAI, is a board certified physician in both Allergy / Immunology and Internal Medicine, has published numerous articles in peer reviewed scientific journals, and was recently selected as one of "America's Top Physicians" by the Consumers' Research Council of America.
Jamie Freishtat, M.D. is a board certified Pediatrician at the Children's National Medical Center in Washington D.C.
Alternative Remedy Tips for Parents:
Capsules, Powders, & Potions Beware: Keep in mind that herbal supplements should not be given to children. Vitamins should only be given under the direction of the pediatrician. The FDA doesn't regulate OTC supplements. Because young bodies process drugs differently, kids may be especially vulnerable to side effects.
No Honey for Infants: Honey should not be given to children under the age of one as it may contain bacterial spores that can cause infant botulism, a rare and serious form of food poisoning. Infant botulism affects a baby's nervous system and can result in death.
H2O & You, not Babies: Drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water each day as it flushes out toxins and serves to rehydrate the body. Keeping the body hydrated through water consumption is important so that mucus membranes are also, in turn, hydrated and thus able to effectively expelling virus particles. Babies under the age of one should not drink water unless advised by a pediatrician.
Warm vs. Cool Mist Humidifiers: Humidifiers are a solution to coughs and stuffed up noses as they hydrate mucus membranes, helping the body expel germs more effectively. Look for bacteria-eliminating features like in the Vicks GermFree Humidifier, which features a patented UV light chamber that kills up to 99.999% of bacteria, mold and spores in the water vapor that enters the air. For maximum safety in the nursery, use a Vicks Cool Mist Humidifier.
Saline Drops vs. Spray: For nasal congestion in babies, consider using nasal saline drops, which are gentler, and a bulb syringe to help loosen and clear mucus. For older children, you can use a nasal saline spray.
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1 Comments:
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At October 22, 2008 1:16 PM,
Renée aka Mekhismom said...
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Great tips. My son has a cold right now I am already doing these things but this is a great reminder.
