Iron and immunity are closely linked: Research has shown that iron deficiency causes anemia, which can affect your immune system – the body's natural defense system. This increases your vulnerability to infection. Because iron is needed for a healthy immune system, lack of it may cause you to catch more illnesses than usual.1
Dr. Georges Aramouny
Pediatric, Neonatologist
Can my toddler switch to fresh milk as of three years of age?
As per the Academy of Pediatrics, fresh milk can be introduced as of two years of age if breastfeeding is no longer possible, provided the child is consuming a wholesome healthy diet (3). However, a…
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What should the plate of my child look like between the ages of 3 and 6 years old?
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What does medicine tell us about fruit juice in our children’s diet?
Children can easily drink a lot of juice because juice tastes good. However, too much juice in your child’s diet can contribute to other problems, like poor nutrition, obesity,…
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