Collateral Damage: Pregnancy, Prematurity and Pesticides, Pregnancy
The chemical warfare between weed killers and weeds is escalating. Weed killers appeared to be winning the war at first, but in recent years weeds have developed increasing resistance to these chemicals.
Pesticide manufacturers developed genetically modified crops that could withstand more potent dousing with weed killers. But again, the weeds developed increased resistance.
The total amount of herbicides sprayed on soy crops in the US in 2017 will be more than double what it was when my kids were born.
As recently as ten years ago, most soybean fields in the US were sprayed with just one or two herbicides. In 2017, most s...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - April 5, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alan Greene MD Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Organic Pregnancy & Birth Pregnancy Nutrition Prenatal Source Type: blogs
Collateral Damage: Pregnancy, Prematurity and Pesticides, Pregnancy
The chemical warfare between weed killers and weeds is escalating. Weed killers appeared to be winning the war at first, but in recent years weeds have developed increasing resistance to these chemicals.
Pesticide manufacturers developed genetically modified crops that could withstand more potent dousing with weed killers. But again, the weeds developed increased resistance.
The total amount of herbicides sprayed on soy crops in the US in 2017 will be more than double what it was when my kids were born.
As recently as ten years ago, most soybean fields in the US were sprayed with just one or two herbicides. In 2017, most s...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - April 5, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Dr. Alan Greene Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Organic Pregnancy & Birth Pregnancy Nutrition Prenatal Source Type: blogs
Collateral Damage: Pregnancy, Prematurity and Pesticides, Pregnancy and Birth
The chemical warfare between weed killers and weeds is escalating. Weed killers appeared to be winning the war at first, but in recent years weeds have developed increasing resistance to these chemicals.
Pesticide manufacturers developed genetically modified crops that could withstand more potent dousing with weed killers. But again, the weeds developed increased resistance.
The total amount of herbicides sprayed on soy crops in the US in 2017 will be more than double what it was when my kids were born.
As recently as ten years ago, most soybean fields in the US were sprayed with just one or two herbicides. In 2017, most s...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - April 5, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Dr. Alan Greene Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Organic Pregnancy Nutrition Prenatal Source Type: blogs
Collateral Damage: Pregnancy, Prematurity and Pesticides
The chemical warfare between weed killers and weeds is escalating. Weed killers appeared to be winning the war at first, but in recent years weeds have developed increasing resistance to these chemicals.
Pesticide manufacturers developed genetically modified crops that could withstand more potent dousing with weed killers. But again, the weeds developed increased resistance.
The total amount of herbicides sprayed on soy crops in the US in 2017 will be more than double what it was when my kids were born.
As recently as ten years ago, most soybean fields in the US were sprayed with just one or two herbicides. In 2017, most s...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - April 5, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Dr. Alan Greene Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Organic Pregnancy Nutrition Prenatal Source Type: blogs
Dr. Greene ’ s Guide to Allergy Care: How To Prevent And Treat This Season ’s Allergies
If you’re in the Northern hemisphere of this beautiful planet, it’s the beginning of spring for you.
The blossoming flowers and budding leaves are amazing to watch, but can also trigger allergies.
If you or a loved one experiences allergies, here are some of my favorite recommendations on what can be done to help – a guide to allergy care for you and your family.
How to Prevent Symptoms: Avoid Triggers
Your first step towards feeling better on a daily basis is avoiding the things that cause your allergic reactions in the first place.
TIPS TO AVOID ALLERGENS:
– Keep doors and windows closed on high-p...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - March 27, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alan Greene MD Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Allergies Allergy Treatment Source Type: blogs
Dr. Greene ’ s Guide to Allergy Care: How To Prevent And Treat This Season ’s Allergies
If you’re in the Northern hemisphere of this beautiful planet, it’s the beginning of spring for you.
The blossoming flowers and budding leaves are amazing to watch, but can also trigger allergies.
If you or a loved one experiences allergies, here are some of my favorite recommendations on what can be done to help – a guide to allergy care for you and your family.
How to Prevent Symptoms: Avoid Triggers
Your first step towards feeling better on a daily basis is avoiding the things that cause your allergic reactions in the first place.
TIPS TO AVOID ALLERGENS:
– Keep doors and windows closed on high-p...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - March 27, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alan Greene MD Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Allergies Allergy Treatment Source Type: blogs
Dr. Greene ’ s Guide to Allergy Care: How To Prevent And Treat This Season ’s Allergies
If you’re in the Northern hemisphere of this beautiful planet, it’s the beginning of spring for you.
The blossoming flowers and budding leaves are amazing to watch, but can also trigger allergies.
If you or a loved one experiences allergies, here are some of my favorite recommendations on what can be done to help – a guide to allergy care for you and your family.
How to Prevent Symptoms: Avoid Triggers
Your first step towards feeling better on a daily basis is avoiding the things that cause your allergic reactions in the first place.
TIPS TO AVOID ALLERGENS:
– Keep doors and windows closed on high-p...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - March 27, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alexandra Carmichael Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Allergies Source Type: blogs
Allergy Care Guide: How To Prevent And Treat This Season ’ s Allergies
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Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - March 16, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alan Greene MD Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Source Type: blogs
Allergy Care Guide: How To Prevent And Treat This Season ’ s Allergies
The post Allergy Care Guide: How To Prevent And Treat This Season’s Allergies appeared first on DrGreene.com. (Source: Conversations with Dr Greene)
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - March 16, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Cheryl Greene Source Type: blogs
Pee in the Pool: What You Should Know, What You Should Do
Scientists recently figured out a cool way to measure how much urine is in a public swimming pool. And the results are sure to turn some heads!
Their sweet idea? They used the artificial sweetener acesulfame K (Ace K). The human body is unable to break down aspartame, which is why there are no calories. It’s excreted intact in our urine and stable in swimming pool water.
Researchers closely followed two public pools and found nearly 8 gallons of urine in the smaller one and nearly 20 gallons of urine in the larger one. They also found high levels in the 31 other pools and hot tubs they checked. People are peeing prod...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - March 3, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alan Greene MD Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Outdoor Outdoor Fun Outdoor Safety Water Quality Source Type: blogs
Pee in the Pool: What You Should Know, What You Should Do
Scientists recently figured out a cool way to measure how much urine is in a public swimming pool. And the results are sure to turn some heads!
Their sweet idea? They used the artificial sweetener acesulfame K (Ace K). The human body is unable to break down aspartame, which is why there are no calories. It’s excreted intact in our urine and stable in swimming pool water.
Researchers closely followed two public pools and found nearly 8 gallons of urine in the smaller one and nearly 20 gallons of urine in the larger one. They also found high levels in the 31 other pools and hot tubs they checked. People are peeing prodigio...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - March 3, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Dr. Alan Greene Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Outdoor Outdoor Fun Outdoor Safety Water Quality Source Type: blogs
Breastfeeding, Pumping, and Night vs. Day Milk: Your Questions Answered
Learning to breastfeed your baby can be one of the most challenging and beautiful experiences of being a new parent. Many moms choose to also learn how to pump their breastmilk for times when they can’t be there to nourish their little one, or for other reasons. Here are some new insights I’ve learned and answers to questions that often come up around pumping.
When and for how long should I be pumping?
Moms may pump for many reasons: engorgement, sore nipples or problems latching on; babies that are too sick or too premature to nurse; to increase or maintain milk production; to be ready for an occasional ...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - February 20, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alan Greene MD Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Uncategorized Breastfeeding Breastfeeding Tips Featured Breastfeeding Pregnancy & Birth Pregnancy & Nursing Pumping Source Type: blogs
Breastfeeding, Pumping, and Night vs. Day Milk: Your Questions Answered
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Learning to breastfeed your baby can be one of the most challenging and beautiful experiences of being a new parent. Many moms choose to also learn how to pump their breastmilk for times when they can’t be there to nourish their little one, or for other reasons. Here are some new insights I’ve learned and answers to questions that often come up around pumping.
When and for how long should I be pumping?Â
Moms may pump for many reasons: engorgement, sore nipples or problems latching on; babies that are too sick or too premature to nurse; to increase or maintain milk production; to be ready for an occasional separatio...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - February 20, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Dr. Alan Greene Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog Uncategorized Breastfeeding Tips Pregnancy & Nursing Pumping Top Breastfeeding Source Type: blogs
AI, Chatbots and The Future of Medicine
Back in 1996 the leaders of medicine gathered in Washington D.C. at the IOM headquarters to discuss something revolutionary and important: health information becoming available to the public on the web.
I was probably the youngest person in the room.
One of the doctors I revered stood and addressed the assembled crowd, telling us that the Internet is dangerous, the risks are too great, and we should warn all patients never to look up health information or answers to their health questions online. Applause filled the room.
When the room quieted, I stood. I had already been answering questions at DrGreene.com since 1995 and...
Source: Conversations with Dr Greene - February 6, 2017 Category: Child Development Authors: Alan Greene MD Tags: Dr. Greene's Blog AI Chatbot Future of Medicine Source Type: blogs
