STRONG AND HEALTHY

Strong and Healthy Five Ways to Strengthen Kids’ Immunity

by Ronica O’Hara

With American children increascaesarean section, and about half the time ingly afflicted with asthma and it’s optional rather than necessary—perhaps allergies, it’s critical to help because parents don’t understand that bathem build up their natural immunity. bies born in this manner have been shown

Microbial ecologist Jack Gilbert, Ph.D., to have altered immune development, of the University of California San Diego reduced gut microbiome diversity and a

School of Medicine, co-founder of the higher risk of developing allergies, atopy crowdsourced American Gut Project, adand asthma in the short term, with a longvises, “Furry pets, the outdoors, dirt in the term risk of obesity, according to a study backyard, forests—life!” published in The Lancet. Likewise, breast

As the co-author of Dirt Is Good: feeding protects against the likelihood of

The Advantage of Germs for Your Child’s viruses, eye and urinary tract infections,

Developing Immune System, Gilbert is part inflammatory bowel disease, gastroenteritis, of an emerging scientific consensus called lymphoma, leukemia, and Type 1 and 2 the “hygiene hypothesis”, which posits that diabetes, reports the American Academy excessive sterility—being overzealous in of Pediatrics. protecting our children from germs and other microbes—can dampen the ability of their bodies to fight off allergens and in fections. “As a species, we have evolved in 2 Feed them the right foods: Provide lots of antioxidant-rich fruits, veggies and fiber—organic when a world full of microbes, and our immune possible—while avoiding processed foods. systems have developed to cope with that,” “The intestinal lining of the gastrointestinal he says. “The immune system needs to be tract serves as the body’s first line of defense used and trained by exposure to the world against many pathogens. Through certain around it.” From birth onward, here are strains of probiotics and prebiotics found some proven strategies that strengthen in whole food, we can help landscape our kids’ immune systems. child’s intestinal microbiome to create a 1 Start off right with natural birth and breastfeeding: One in three babies in the U.S. is born by positive effect on their innate and adaptive immune responses,” says Krystal Plonski, a Seattle naturopathic physician with a pediatric focus. 3 Avoid cleaning toxins:The COVID-19 pandemic has many of us reaching for virus-zapping bleach disinfectants, but Gilbert advises not to overuse them. Once the viral threat is past, Sunny studio/ Shutterstock.com it’s wise to go back immediately to natural cleaners like vinegar and baking soda. A 2015 study in Occupational & Environmental Medicine of more than 9,000 children ages 6 to 12 in Spain, Holland and Finland found the incidence of infections such as flu, tonsillitis, sinusitis, bronchitis and pneumonia was more prevalent in homes where bleach was used.

4Get them outside around dirt: Whether toddlers are making mud pies, older kids are growing gardens or teens are kicking up dust on the sports field, childrens’ immune systems thrive when they meet the microbial richness of dirt and the vitamin-D boost of the sunny outdoors. In a study in The New England Journal of Medicine that focused on two technology-free communities, Amish children that lived and worked at old-fashioned family dairy farms had a quarter and a fifth the rate of asthma and allergies, respectively, as Hutterite children that lived off-site from their community’s large industrialized farms. Georgetown University researchers report that sunlight, besides producing vitamin D, energizes infection-fighting T-cells in the skin that play a central role in human immunity.

5Get them a pet:The dirt, germs and fur that dogs and cats bring to a house may be just what young immune systems need. Finnish researchers following 397 babies found those that grew up in homes with pets were 44 percent less likely to develop an ear infection and 29 percent less likely to receive antibiotics than pet-free babies. Canadian researchers found that babies from families with pets—70 percent of which were dogs—showed higher levels of two types of microbes linked to lower risks of becoming allergic and obese. They theorize that exposure to dirt and bacteria early in life—for example, in a dog’s fur and on its paws—can create early immunity.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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MASSAGE KONNECTIONS MASSAGE Kathy Hatcher, LMT 656 5th St., Whitehall, PA 18052 610-266-6111 KonnectionsMassage.com Kathy has been administering deep tissue, therapeutic, medical, pregnancy and aromatherapy massage since 1996. Her NEWEST services are Ionic Foot Cleanse Detoxification as well as Red-light therapy for non-surgical weight loss and chronic pain management. Insurance billing for massage available. See ad, page 14.

NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE MAULFAIR MEDICAL CENTER Conrad Maulfair, D.O. 5925 Tilghman Street, Suite 90 Allentown, PA 18104 • 610-682-2104 DrMaulfair.com • PurelyYouDetox.com Dr. Maulfair is an Osteopathic Physician bringing four decades of knowledge and experience in alternative, complementary medicine to his pa tient care. Help for all conditions and all ages. Offering Chelation Therapy, Hubbard Method Sauna detoxifica tion, and many other treatment programs. Bringing the best of both worlds to their patients. See ad, page 7.

WOODLANDS HEALING RESEARCH NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE Family, Environmental and Preventative Medicine Nicholas DiMartino, D.O. 5724 Clymer Rd, Quakertown, PA 215-536-1890 Woodlands Healing Research Center is a family practice supporting individualized natural approaches to health. We offer lifestyle and nutritional consultation to achieve optimal health and vitality. We also offer complete women’s services including GYN, menopause, osteoporosis and bio-identical hormone therapy. See ad, page 27.

NATURAL FOODS TO YOUR HEALTH NATURAL FOODS Jon Holznagel, PHD. 212 N. West End BLVD Quakertown, PA 18951 215-538-3480 Dr. Jon Holznagel is a graduate of Delaware Valley University in 1966. He established To Your Health Natural Foods in Quakertown, PA. in 1994. His commitment is to provide the area with the highest quality medicinal foods, vitamins and herbal supplements in 2000 Jon graduated with a PHD degree in Nutritional Science so he could better advise his clients on their health issues.

NATURAL WATER BACK TO VITALITY Val Elwell 610-702-2687 BackToVitality.com Support your beautiful self with energetically alive water for superior hydration. Water is a vital building block for promoting health from the inside out. Highly absorbable water is an essential tool in our anti-aging toolkit. Our variety of products revitalize tap water with no chemicals, energy or maintenance.

NATUROPATH NATURAL HEALTH PROMOTION LLC Tina Stashko, PhD MIfHI Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-8132 NaturalHealthPromotion.net Specializing in preventative healthcare, digestion and nutrient absorption, and thyroid and adrenal health. Modalities such as iridology, sclerology and biochemical balancing enable the development of your unique program for optimum health. These programs are easy to follow and incorporate into your daily life. Reach your full health potential! See ad, page 33.

ORAL THERAPY ORAL MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY OF LEHIGH VALLEY

Melincz@gmail.com 347-724-5439 Facebook.com/OMTOLV Oral Myofunctional therapy is physical therapy for the facial muscles and the tongue. If you are concerned of your child suffering from mouth breathing, lisping, often tired, has swallowing issues, or has a tongue thrust call to schedule a full mouth evaluation. Allow me to be the guide to correct these issues for life, and help transform your child to be self-confident again.

PODIATRIST ROBERT J. KAPLAN, D.P.M. 1901 Hay Terrace, Easton, PA 18042 610-253-2251 TwinRiversPodiatry-Easton.com Dr. Kaplan is a Board Certified podiatrist with over 30 years experience. Our office feature stateof-the-art technology including laser treatments for fungus toenails and shockwave treatments for heel pain. Dr. Kaplan’s emphasis is on a nonsurgical approach to all types of foot and ankle pain. See ad, page 33.

REFLEXOLOGY – MEDICAL INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF MEDICAL REFLEXOLOGY Lorraina J. Telepo, Founder 2502 Schoenersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18018 267-424-4549 Reflexology.net Part of an overall health enhancement program. An exercise pressure is applied to reflex areas, formed by 7,200 nerve endings in each hand and foot, encouraging improved instruction to each and every single gland, organ and part of the body, thus persuading the body to biologically correct, strengthen, and reinforce itself. Free 15 minute consultation during February and March. Call 267-424-4549. SALON & SPA NEW ATTITUDE SALON, SPA & WELLNESS Patricia “Trish” McAdams-Burt 101 Village at Stones Crossing, Easton, PA 18045 610-253-5550 Newattitudesalondayspa.com Trish takes pride in making sure all guests are treated with care and professionalism. She wants you to feel welcomed and leave the outside world behind when you walk through the door. As you enter the Spa the aroma and tranquil sounds give you the calming experience you expect. Stop by to see all the services available. See ad, page 4 and 25.

SLEEP APNEA DR. DAVID BURT, DDS, FICOI, FICD Mountainville Dental 2004 South 5th Street, Allentown, PA 18103 610-791-2307 Mountainvilledental.com Dr. Dave has been practicing in the Lehigh Valley for over 40 years. He has incorporated the latest technologies in patient care as well as treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Being a careful listener allows Dr. Dave to customize treatment plans to fit the patients needs and budget.