This book is a great tool to have if you are ever wondering how to boost your children's immunity. Rules to live by for families!
Good concepts, lacking on nutrition for infants:
I like the basic concepts of this book. I think we can improve our immunity with choices that we make with nutrition, etc. However, I don't agree with the advice of rice, barley cereals being the first choice for foods other than breast milk. If you look at the childs digestive system, it is very weak and immature. These cereals are only going to smother the digestion causing inflammation. I like to start with puree of white root vegeatables.
All of this said, I do own the book and encourage parents... more info
Finally, some answers!:
Everyone knows how vague pediatritions can be as far as nutritional recommendations. This book was such a relief to read. It is a guideline for daily nutrition as well as a reference for "sick days". It is specific regarding amounts of dairy, vegetables, fruit, meat, and supplements in a child's diet. It is very easy to read and is sectioned off so you can refer back to certain time periods in a child's development (pregnancy, baby, toddler, school-age, etc..) In addition to his knowledgable chapters on... more info
Superimmunity for Kids:
The book Superimmunity for Kids has eyeopening information on the connection between kid's health and their eating habits. Easy to read, easy to comprehend and easy to implement.
