Colloidal Oat in Pediatric Dermatology
Read time: 3 minutes Atopic dermatitis is more than dry skin—it’s often the first step in a child’s allergic march. But what if an everyday emollient could make a meaningful difference? A recent review explores the impact of colloidal oat in preventing and managing atopic dermatitis (AD) in infants. Here’s what the evidence says—and what […]
Quercetin supplementation for children: safety, research and efficacy
What is Quercetin? Quercetin is a plant pigment found in a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains. Quercetin is a bioflavonoid known as a flavonol, important for its antioxidant properties.1 Its antioxidant properties help neutralize free radicals that may otherwise cause inflammation and contribute to a wide range of chronic diseases. Quercetin is best […]
Aromatherapy’s Role in Reducing Anxiety in Children
Read time: 3 minutes Anxiety before medical procedures is a real and often overlooked struggle for children. But what if a simple, natural approach could help? A new study explores the impact of lavender oil aromatherapy on pre-endoscopy anxiety in kids. Let’s dive into the findings and what they mean for pediatric care. The Soothing […]
Clinical uses of L-tyrosine in naturopathic medicine
What is Tyrosine and what is it used for? L-Tyrosine, commonly referred to as just tyrosine, is a conditionally essential amino acid that the body makes from another amino acid, phenylalanine. Tyrosine is essential for the production of a family of neurotransmitters called catecholamines that includes epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine.1 Additionally, tyrosine is a precursor […]
Can Audiovisual Distraction Change the Pediatric Dental Experience?
Read time: 3 minutes Turning the Screen into a Soothing Tool: Can AVD Tame Dental Anxiety? For many kids, the dental chair feels like a battlefield—one where the sounds of drills, the smells of antiseptic, and the fear of the unknown trigger tears and tantrums. Dental anxiety doesn’t just affect the child—it strains the family, […]
Safety and efficacy of OTC cough medicines for children
Are OTC cough medications really effective—or even safe—for children?In this video, Dr. Krumbeck breaks down what the latest research says about common over-the-counter cough and cold remedies like dextromethorphan, antihistamines, and codeine. You will learn why leading pediatric guidelines now discourage their use in children, and how honey offers a scientifically backed, safe, and effective […]
Microplastics in the human brain
You may have heard whispers about microplastics — tiny, often invisible plastic particles that are everywhere in our environment. They’re in the air we breathe, the food we eat, and even the water we drink. But what you might not know is how deeply they are starting to affect human health — especially in children. […]
Vitamin D and Sleep in Kids with ADHD: A Missing Piece of the Puzzle?
Read time: 3 minutes Vitamin D plays a vital role in brain development and immune health—but could it also influence how well a child with ADHD sleeps? A new study explores the connection between vitamin D insufficiency and sleep disturbances in children with ADHD, offering insights that could reshape how we support kids with complex […]
Thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency and supplementation in children
What is thiamine? Thiamine, or vitamin B1, is a water soluble vitamin found naturally in some foods and added to others. All of the B vitamins are essential for energy production because they help convert carbohydrates to glucose, the body’s primary fuel source. Thiamine is important for nutrient metabolism, a healthy liver, skin, hair, eye […]
The Neuroprotective Potential of Omega-3s in Brain Injury
Read time: 3 minutes Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects millions globally, with limited effective treatments. But new research points to a surprising ally in recovery: omega-3 fatty acids. Could these essential fats help protect and heal the brain? Let’s explore the science behind this emerging neuroprotective strategy. Omega-3s and Brain Injury: A New Frontier in […]
