Did you know by the age of 19, your child may have had between 10-20 rounds of antibiotics?
- This is affecting their gut health.
- It’s frustrating when your little one gets sick and all you want is for them to feel better – fast.
- And.. as a busy momma you don’t have time to research botanicals.
I get it.
But, NOW is the time to integrate botanicals.
Why?
Our children’s health is suffering.
- Have you noticed how many kids are gluten and dairy-free? Yup. This is why.
- Too many medications create what’s called Leaky Gut Syndrome.
- This creates an inflammation with digestion.
So my goal is to teach you how to use herbs and homeopathic medicine safely, so your children thrive with health.
Herbs for children’s health
So, what do I mean by natural remedies? I mean…
- botanicals/herbs
- homeopathy
- nourishing food
- and maybe some essential oils:)
The truth?
If we don’t learn how to use them now, I’ll children’s health will suffer for years to come. We are already seeing it happen.
In this post, I’m going to share the 5 reasons our children need to start using natural remedies.
1. Antibiotic Resistance
One of the biggest threats to our global health today is antibiotic resistance, the World Health Organization suggests.
“Bacteria, not humans or animals, become antibiotic-resistant. These bacteria may infect humans and animals, and the infections they cause are harder to treat than those caused by non-resistant bacteria.” ¹
Bacterial infections need antibiotics and if you overuse them, they may not work when you need them most. According to the CDC, “Each year in the U.S., at least 2 million people get an antibiotic-resistant infection, and at least 23,000 people die.” Source
We have to consider reducing antibiotics and integrating natural remedies.
2. Food Intolerances (gluten/dairy)
If you haven’t heard the word microbiome yet, get ready to learn more. These communities of gut flora run from our mouth to our anus and affect our weight, mood, mental health, and even our immunity. One of the ways we damage this flora is through yup, you guessed it, antibiotics.
And, children born via c-section are already compromised due to the one dose of antibiotics mom gets before surgery.
If you’re planning a C-section, consider Vaginal seeding to protect your child’s gut flora and take a probiotic in your third trimester.
When your child’s microbiome is affected, they may have difficulty digesting gluten and dairy – some of the top inflammatory foods we consume.
3. Leaky Gut Syndrome In Children
Leaky gut, also known as increased intestinal permeability, is a digestive condition in which bacteria and toxins are able to “leak” through the intestinal wall causing headaches, food intolerances, allergies and joint pain in our child’s health.
Medications that lead to Leaky Gut Syndrome In Kids:
- Antibiotics
- Steroids
- NSAIDs
- Acid reducing medication
If your child is taking these medications regularly, you may want to consider the 4R approach. Read more about Leaky Gut Syndrom in kids Here.
4. Clostridium Difficile In Children – C. diff
The leading cause of death in the hospital, Clostridium difficile or C. diff. is a bacterium that is normally present in the body in small numbers. When they are out of balance with the rest of your gut bacteria – due to antibiotic use or a compromised immune system, they may cause an infection and result in diarrhea.
This bacteria produces a toxin that causes inflammation of the colon and results in varying degrees of diarrhea, sometimes a bloody stool, and could potentially lead to death. Often, children with a compromised immune system have the greatest risk of getting C. Diff. If your child has a bloody stool, please have it checked immediately for C. Diff.
C. diff can go hand in hand with Celiac disease and Inflammatory Bowel Disease; please have your child checked if you suspect they have C. Diff.
Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your doctor may suggest an antibiotic or take the probiotic Saccharomyces Boulardi daily to replenish your gut flora. Read more here.
5. Eczema
An inflammatory skin condition, Eczema, affects 1 in 5 children and is increasing each year. Known as ‘the itch that rashes’ typically begins with the itch and ends with red, scaly skin. You may also have rough bumps, thick patches or bumps that leak fluid and crust over.
Those with Atopic dermatitis typically have a food allergy to wheat, dairy, peanuts, or nuts. And, when they use antibiotics, this affects their gut health leading to allergies and “asthma-like” symptoms as they get older.
Why should our children use natural remedies?
- They are generally safe and easy to use
- We are teaching our children how to take care of themselves
- Botanicals aid with digestion
- They soothe the nervous system
- They reduce antibiotic use
- They are more affordable
Can kids drink herbal tea?
- Yes, as long as they don’t have any allergies- Chamomile is the first botanical they can try.
- I also love Astragalus apple juice to boost their immunity:https://taragregorio.com/astragalus-apple-juice/
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Conclusion
Integrating botanicals into your child’s diet can reduce the number of medications they need for years to come. Saving you time in the doctor’s office and money on medications and ER visits.
Warmly~ Tara
