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Unfortunately, the human body cannot manufacture the brain boosters, or better known as, omega-3 fatty acids so you must get them from the diet. Most people get lots of the omega-6 fatty acids 9, fat from meat, , but many people, especially children who are picky eaters, are deficient in the omega-3's. Our diet gives us plenty of the omega 6's but we need to strive to keep these two different but essential fatty acids balanced. This means making an effort to get the 3's. Omega-3 fatty acids are important for neurological function because the membranes surrounding nerves and brain cells contai... More

     The national obesity rate of children has increased dramatically in the past 20 years and is showing no signs of decreasing.  For the first time ever this generation of kids will not outlive their parents. Dependency on processed foods, an increase in highly-sugared beverages and more time spent indoors may all contribute to these hard facts.     High sugar/processed foods are everywhere.  My 8 year old daughter played softball and while this is a sport-she got to bat twice and was not busy in the outfield.   At the end of e... More