Powdered nutritional formulas can be added to foods as another option. With its focus on prevention, natural and holistic approaches to health are helpful in many common childhood illnesses. If conditions are brought under control during childhood they can often be avoided entirely in adult life. Examples include conditions such as asthma and eczema , both of which can start at a very early age. If treated successfully with herbs , homeopathy and diet , there is rarely a continuation of the disease into adulthood.
Herbal remedies can work for children as well as adults.
Homeopathic medicines, used to treat both physical ailments and emotional upsets, are able not only to relieve many common acute childhood problems, but also can help prevent recurrent bouts of illness. They can reduce the pain and discomfort of earache and teething while strengthening a child's natural defenses. Homeopathy can also help the hyperactive child. Flower remedies , a form of homeopathy, are another avenue for parents to explore. These mixtures work with a child's temperament and personality, and can help with problems such as depression, temper tantrums and timidity.