America’s pediatricians are taking a second look at their
long-standing advice to keep kids away from screens until age two. The
American Academy of Pediatrics says its current guidelines were
developed before the debut of the iPad and apps aimed at young children.
New recommendations that may emphasize quality over quantity are
expected next year. Source Link
The
old adage about carrots being good for your eyes may be especially true
for older eyes. New research suggests the natural pigments that give
carrots their orange color may help ward off age-related macular
degeneration, which can affect central vision and even cause blindness.
You can get the same benefits from eating sweet potatoes, red peppers,
spinach or broccoli. Source Link
If
you like pumpkin pie, you’ll want to enjoy it soon because Mother
Nature may be taking it off the menu. Heavy Midwest rains in early
summer and California drought have combined to cut this year’s pumpkin
crop. Producers expect supplies to last through the holidays, but canned
pumpkin may be harder to find after that. Source Link
