Author: Kelsey Saylors

Ingredients Found in Homeopathic Medicines and How They Are Made Homeopathic medicines contain very small amounts of natural substances derived from plants, minerals, and animal substances that are known for their pharmacological or biological actions. The active ingredients of homeopathic medicines are generally identified by the Latin name of their source. For example, apis mellifica […]

Does My Child Need to Take Vitamins? “More spinach please,” said no child ever. In a perfect world, children would eat vegetables at every meal and fill up on fruit for dessert. In reality, they can be picky and may not get enough nutrition from what they eat. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s […]

A Dentist’s Tips for Keeping Your Child’s Teeth Healthy Good dental health (also called oral health) is more than just having clean teeth. It refers to the health of your teeth, gums, cheeks, soft tissues, palate, lips, and jaws. Taking good care of our mouths allow us to speak, chew, taste, swallow, and smile confidently […]

A Pediatrician’s Must-Know Breastfeeding Advice for New Moms Many women try to breastfeed, but the stress of a newborn coupled with other family responsibilities can make it feel like an impossible task. In fact, 60% of mothers do not breastfeed for as long as they would like to. That’s why I’m joining forces with KnowYourOTCs […]

Common Drug and Nutrient Interactions You Need to Know About When Taking A Dietary Supplement Do you take a prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicine while also regularly taking a vitamin, mineral, herb, or other type of dietary supplement? If your answer is “yes” – you are not alone. In fact, nearly 70% of Americans take […]

What to Do If Your Child Accidentally Ingests Medicines or Vitamins Contact Poison Control right away if you think your child might have gotten into medicine or vitamins, even if you are not completely sure. Free and confidential expert help is available by phone at 1-800-222-1222 or online via webPOISONCONTROL®. If the child collapses, has […]

The Top Three Health Consequences of Too Much Screen Time, And What You Can Do About It Let’s face it, the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed how we interact with screens – whether it be our computer screens, mobile phones, televisions, or tablets. With the realities of remote work, virtual school, and in-person activities suspended […]

Pandemic Stress and Valentine’s Treats: A Heartburn-Inducing Duo What first comes to mind when you think of Valentine’s Day? Whether or not you’re celebrating love, I’m sure you’ve found yourself eating your way through one too many boxes of chocolates (I know I have). But could the day that’s synonymous with candy hearts contribute to […]

New Recommendation: Use Topical Pain Relievers First, When Treating Certain Injuries Musculoskeletal injuries – like those that impact the ankle, neck, and knee – are common and lead to many visits to the emergency room (ER) or doctor’s office. In fact, 15% of all ER visits and three out of four injuries treated in doctors’ […]

Common Nutritional Deficiencies and How Dietary Supplements Can Help Fill in the Gaps Did you know that your body requires many different types of nutrients to work properly? While most adults in the United States can get enough nutrients through eating a well-balanced diet every day, some do not – which can negatively affect their […]