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�Natural� doesn�t always mean safe. Some substances can be harmful if you take too much of them, while others can cause side effects or allergic reactions. Even if a product is safe for adults, it may not be safe for children.

Children are still growing and developing, and their bodies may respond differently to a product or medicine than adults� bodies. Natural health products can interact with other drugs, even nonprescription drugs. Talk to your child�s doctor before you give a natural health product. Should I use OTC medications when my child has a cold? When your child is sick, you want them to feel better. Many parents turn to over-the-counter cough and cold medicines for help. Except for pain and fever drugs, there is no proof that they work. In fact, some of the side effects can make your child feel even worse. There is also a risk of giving your child too much medicine, such as acetaminophen on top of a cough syrup that already contains acetaminophen. Never use more than one product at the same time unless advised by your doctor.

What should I do if my child has a cold?

Offer plenty of fluids and encourage your child to rest. Colds are caused by viruses that cannot be cured with drugs. They simply need to run their course, so there is little your doctor can offer. However, more serious problems can start out as a cold. Contact your doctor if your child shows any of the following signs: Earache. Fever lasting more than 72 hours, or, any fever in a child less than 6 months of age. Excessive sleepiness, crankiness or fussiness. Skin rash Has trouble breathing. Is urinating (peeing) less. Coughing that won�t go away (lasts more than a week) or is causing choking or vomiting.

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Planet Organic Health Corp Announces Q1 Results (CNW Group via Yahoo! Finance)

Planet Organic Health Corp , Canada's leading natural products retailer announces their financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. Sales for the quarter were $30.0 million compared to $25.7 million in 2007, an increase of 16.7%.

Swanson Health Products Introduces SunSplash 8 Tanning System (PRWeb)

Just in time for holiday shopping, Swanson Health Products introduces the new SunSplash 8 Tanning System, an at-home tanning system that offers a natural looking tan. (PRWeb Nov 28, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/swansonhealth/sunsplash/prweb1670044.htm

Swanson Health Products Introduces SunSplash 8 Tanning System (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)

Just in time for holiday shopping, Swanson Health Products introduces the new SunSplash 8 Tanning System, an at-home tanning system that offers a natural looking tan.

Healthy Skin from the outside in (Westerly Sun)

Take a closer look at what to look for (and what to watch out for!) in various skin care products. Holly Potter is available by appointment at Stonington Natural Health Center, Quiambaug Cove, 107 Wilcox Road, Suite 103, Stonington, Conn. Call 860-536-3880 for more information.

FDA enforcement action on health claims (Nutraingredients.com)

FDA, which regulates the use of health claims on product labels, has three major types of enforcement options: advisory, administrative and judicial.

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