Lifestyle

  Dairy is not typically identified as one of the causes of acid reflux, but some people may still experience it when eating dairy foods.  People who experience acid reflux after eating dairy products can instead opt for lower fat dairy options or alternatives to dairy. People with heartburn may experience a burning sensation in the chest that moves up into the neck and throat.  This sensation is due to acid from the stomach rising into the esophagus, or food pipe. The esophagus does not have the […]

Republished from Healthline.com An ongoing study is one of the first to explore how mother-infant interaction during feeding and active play influences infant and child obesity.  Researchers found that mothers who showed less emotional warmth during interactions with their infant had children who gained excess weight the fastest. More research is needed, but experts say there are other clear steps people can take to help decrease the risk of their child’s obesity.  The harmful effects that obesity can have on children’s health