Mothers might know best, but it's not always easy to separate fact from fiction when it comes to health advice. A new report from University of California San Francisco Health has broken down several common wellness myths that children often hear while growing up. Fox News Digital spoke with experts who revealed the truth behind common medical misconceptions.
Here are five. Myth 1. Ginger ale relieves stomach aches While actual ginger can help ease a stomach ache, most commercial ginger ales don’t actually contain the real thing, Michelle Jaelin, a registered dietitian practicing in Ontario, Canada, told Fox News Digital. This childhood myth persists as parents give ginger ale to children because it's sweet and bubbly, she said.
To prevent eye strain while watching television, experts recommend keeping the room well-lit and taking occasional breaks from the screen. 'Children can focus at very close distances better than adults, and may not develop the same eye strain symptoms,' Nishika Reddy, M.D., assistant professor of ophthalmology at Moran Eye Center’s Midvalley Health Center at University of Utah in Murray, Utah, told Fox News Digital.
Although experts say there is no one-size-fits-all guideline when it comes to children and screen time, the American Academy of Pediatrics says high-quality digital media can be introduced to children between 18 and 24 months of age . The academy also recommends limiting screen time to one hour a day for children ages 2 to 5. Fox News Digital reached out to UCSF for additional comment about its new study.
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