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Putting Butter in Cooking for One Year Old?
Asked by M.Y. from Los Angeles
on September 7, 2010
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My son is not chubby but not underweight but he can use a little bit more meat on him. I would cook some of his food with butter or put some butter on his bread when I...
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- No, there is nothing wrong with feeding babies butter. In fact, leading experts can't exactly agree on which is better for you, butter or margarine. The science ke...
- Ditto Riley. Also, some margarine products are worse than butter: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/butter-vs-margarine/AN00835 I use butter, or olive oil. a...
- Hi M. - you also could consider giving your son other whole-fat foods that have more substance to them - like cheese, which has more protein, or yogurt made from whole...
Pregnancy Weight????
Asked by K.L. from Minneapolis
on November 30, 2011
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I recently went to the doctor's office to have my annual pregnancy check-up. I am pregnant with our fourth child due in the middle of March (so that puts me at 25weeks...
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- K., I am so sorry!!! I would fire the np, doctor and whole practice. You are doing just fine for where you are in your pregnancy!!! You want a healthy baby and just...
- Unless you are dealing with a medical issue that is complicating your pregnancy I wouldn't worry about it. I gained 52 lbs with my first..I have no idea how the hell ...
- You could tell her exactly what I told my doctor and nurse - as long as my child is healthy, and I'm not experiencing any adverse issues from the weight gain during pr...
Weight of 5 Year Old Boy
Asked by J.R. from Saginaw
on March 24, 2008
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My 5 year old boy is 55-59 pounds and is 45-46 inches tall. I personally think he looks fine but my husband has been overweight since he was a young child (due to wee...
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- Without seeing your son I'm not sure but it doesn't sound like he is overweight. Here is a link to web md to a BMI calculator and info to help you see his weight and ...
- What does your Dr. say? I guess he would be the one to talk to. My one granddaughter is 9 and only weighs 53 pounds. But she is way to skinny. B.
- J., I would ask your pediatrician to check his BMI which is a better indication than actual weight. My 4 year old is 42 inches and 42 lbs. He is in the 90th per...
High Calorie Recipes
Asked by D.H. from Canton
on June 13, 2011
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My daughter is 5 and is very underweight. Her doctor just tells me to give her peanut butter and milkshakes. I'm looking for some high calorie foods to give her sinc...
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- My dd was under the 5th percentile too...ask about zinc supplements. It helped improve dd's appetite.
- throw tons of cheese in everything you give her! cheese is great because its so versitile! good luck!
- Does she like Bacon? My kids will eat as much as I put in front of them. Add bacon, cheese, whole milk and butter to everything. How about Homemade Mac N Chees...
4 Year Old Son Is Always Hungry!
Asked by S.L. from San Francisco
on November 12, 2009
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My almost four year old son is always hungry! I do try to feed him healthy nutritious foods and he never seems to get enough. He will typically have oatmeal or eggs an...
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- S. I feel your pain! My two boys are always hungry also! They too were big from the start and are still growing! From what you described as your sons eating habbits, t...
- Ok, so interesting responses so far. Personally I think the answer is to just offer him more food. Not more often, just more at the times you are already feeding him. ...
- Dear S., If you think your son is always hungry now.... Just wait until he's 14. My son has always gone through phases where it seems there's never enough food in ...
Can a Woman with High Blood Pressure Can Have a Successful Pregnancy????
Asked by A.R. from New York
on February 4, 2012
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My sister is 40 years old and is pregnant (5 weeks) but she suffers from high blood pressure. Has anyone have any experience with a high blood pressure pregnancy? can ...
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- Absolutely! Kidneys control the blood pressure 95% of the time, so drinking plenty of water, keeping the electrolytes balanced and not drinking caffeine - basically ta...
- I had high blood pressure while I was pregnant. I am also overweight (not just slightly). LOL! The doctor watched me like a hawk while I was pregnant, mostly having...
- i had pregnancy induced high blood pressure.. I was in the ER at 28 weeks feeling horrible with bp of 150/100. I was put on a medicine.. and my blood pressure remain...
Upper Back Pain?
Asked by M.T. from Dallas
on October 15, 2010
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I am and have been having this burning sensation in between my shoulders and middle of my back.
I am not overweight so I don't think thats the issue. I am not sure w...
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- I'm having the same issues. Mine feels tight and like the top of my back constantly needs to be cracked. I'm 27 and not overweight either. I'm on the verge of seeing t...
- Take a look at my response to the post before yours. I had forgotten what had happened to me, but I caught my 48 lb daughter falling down the stairs. She would have ...
- I suffer chronic back pain too and see a chiro. I have always thought it's from carrying my kids in my hip. Massage is available at my DC office too. I do an hour t...
Opinion Needed with Discipline...
Asked by A.M. from Phoenix
on September 11, 2011
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How would you discipline a seven (almost eight) year old boy if they told your somewhat overweight friend(42 years old) while over for dinner, their "Nick Name" should...
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- Boys that age say those things. When my son said something very similar he got punished by having a time out in the corner and the loss of his video games for a coupl...
- Have a long talk with him about why saying that was hurtful to your friend. Ask him if anyone ever said anything to hurt his feelings and ask him how that felt, and e...
- He would marched over to that friend's house and be told to apologize. A note of apology would follow that up, mailed with an envelope he addressed and stamped himsel...
Diabetes
Asked by K.H. from Augusta
on June 26, 2007
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I have an 18 month granddaughter I am raising and we were told yesterday she has Type 2 Diabetes. This is a very ware case, she is not overweight at all. Does anyone...
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- Hi K., Type 2 diabetes is on the rise all over the world. I think because we have changed the way we eat. I agree with Helen. Type 2 has always been known as "adult...
- Hi K.. I also have type one diabetes. I do question the doctor's diagnosis a bit. I have never heard of a 'normal' child being diagnosed with type two diabetes. If...
- Since I am not a doctor I wouldn't dare tell you wether or not ur granddaughter has type 2 diabetes or not but my father has type 2 diabetes and has for many years. We...
Need Help for Fibromyalgia
Asked by A.V. from Dallas
on June 18, 2009
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Hi,
I have just been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I have been prescribed Lyrica. I am looking for a more natural way of dealing with the issue. Any suggestions? Anyon...
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- I used acupuncture after a terrible car accident - head injury, neck & back trauma, chronic pain and pinched nerves. My neurosurgeon recommended neck surgery and medi...
- Lyrica can be a god send! It is an amazing medication. I understand your want for an alternative, but I would not discount it. I have watched the effects of this m...
- I second the recommendation for Dr. Chalmers. I would also check out Dr. Steve Homoky at Coit & Spring Creek. He's an acupuncturist who specializes in Allergy Eliminat...
