by Dr. Amy Neuzil, ND*

Back-to-school season can be joyous, exciting, nerve-wracking, emotional and completely overwhelming. It’s a season when emotions are running high and anxieties, fears and excitements on top of schedule changes, planning and preparation can keep everyone in the house up at night. Thankfully, there are some simple things you can do to help everyone transition more easily into the back-to school routine. Any of these suggestions can be used alone or in combination, just depending on what your family needs at any given moment. Read more →

by Amy Neuzil, ND

Back to school season can be a whirlwind of preparation, excitement and chaos. Everyone remembers to get the new backpack, but sometimes the most important pieces, the ones that involve your child’s health, get forgotten. Here are some essential back-to-school basics that will keep your kiddo healthy and happy for the entire school year.

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Summer sun and fun bring potential risks in the form of UV rays. July is national UV awareness month.  Here are some important things to keep in mind with increased sun exposure:

*Sun Protection/Sunscreens Wearing hats, lightweight long-sleeves and long trousers can give you the most protection from the sun’s UV rays -and keep you cooler – when working outdoors for extended periods.

The EWG recommends using sunscreen with 7% zinc oxide as the active ingredient. Avoid oxybenzenes, parabens, and lots of chemical additives.  For a more detailed list of ingredients to avoid, click here.

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