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Early contact with PET dogs protects genetically susceptible children from eczema

Early contact with PET dogs protects genetically susceptible children from eczema

The study suggests that having a dog at home can help prevent eczema in children who are genetically susceptible to this condition. Scientists say that children with a DNA change that increases their chance of developing eczema were less likely if they were exposed to a dog in an early period of life. Discoveries provide […]

Strength training early in life can ensure lifelong health and well-being for children and adolescents

Strength training early in life can ensure lifelong health and well-being for children and adolescents

– Aren’t they a bit young for that? This is a question I heard regularly from parents when I recommended strength training to children I worked with, ranging in age from 6 to 18, in youth sports. In my four years as a strength and conditioning coach, I often received questions from parents about the […]