Some children see doctors for every sniffle and cough yet are never really well. Have you ever wondered why that is?

It is because antibiotics strip the body of a very necessary array of intestinal flora. This internal flora helps the body digest, stay balanced, keep candida yeast in check, and in general stay alive. So what will be the outcome for children targeted over and over again for antibiotics, steroids or other medications that will ruin intestinal function?

I think it is true that most people do not realize optimum health and clear thinking. How difficult for a child unable to tell a parent that food makes their tummy hurt or that they cannot go to the bathroom even when they feel the need or that eating gives them a headache. They may not have terms to explain those complaints but their world will become that reality without healthy change. The simple fact is that medication is destroying their tiny digestive system. They will live a life of doctor's visits, runny noses, constipation, recurring coughs, recurring bad skin, tummy aches, etc. There is a solution.

On occasion, medicines are needed but not for every cough and sniffle. Break out the homeopathic remedies, vitamin C, fresh fruit juices and herbal teas. Unless you have a very ill child, a cold or flu will not kill that child. Have faith in the healing intelligence of the body. The body employs a certain Healing Intelligence that far surpasses what we humans can fathom. See the bodies of everyone in your family, especially young children as bodies of champions. Start to flex those healing muscles for the entire family.

It is hard to understand the real reason some parents do not trust the innate healing intelligence of the human body. It is enough said that many people are uneducated in this regard. And truly, no one wants to see their child sick. I have raised three children and it is a tough call between letting a fever break and calling the doctor; however, a fever is how the body burns out infection. That part of the body's Internal and Higher Intelligence.

Parents should be vigilant when a child is ill with severe fever to see how high the temperature actually is. Cool compresses and cool baths are better than continual aspirins which dull the fever's ability to burn the infection.

Children should never have soda, and absolutely not when they are ill. Fresh, hand squeezed, or organic bottled juices are the best thing for sick children. Rest is imperative, and if I can go on record, even from computers and televisions at close range. Those transmissions at close range are detrimental to the immune system. Homemade soups are good food. Vitamin C, maybe Ginger, Chamomile or Dandelion & Echinacea tea with stevia or honey will soothe and assist the body to do its job. Sometimes recurring symptoms are a cry for love and attention so give it when a child is sick and again when they are well.

Have pure herbal oils in the home and castor oil. Create packs that can be warmed and placed on backs and chests. Oils can also be dropped in cool tub water to help bring down a fever. Try to get the fever under control a bit even if you have decided to take the trip to the doctors office. Now that we have covered some warm and cozy alternatives to the habitual running to a doctors office, lets go back to reminders why we want to have the courage to teach children how great their body is designed.

Fortify your home today, before illness appears. Make it an arsenal, so to speak, of healthy feel good remedies that strengthen the body's immune defenses: Echinacea, goldenseal, dandelion, vitamin C (always) herbal teas for children, tuck away organic bottled juice (if you don't juice yourself) and make homemade soups. Help your child feel their own inner strength and realize the healing capabilities of their body early in life. They will have a healthy intestinal tract and good digestion. They will grow to confident adults because they sense the power within them.

Every child is different. Some have more energy, others inquisitive, creative, inventive; yet some children are ill. Those that come in with a low mineral bank account need support with enzymes and fresh raw foods. They may require some medication to have a degree of pleasure with life but take extra measures to find healthy alternatives while continuing with medication. Look for natural healing measures for the ailment, whatever it might be.

As every child is unique, every instance is different. If you have a child that needs medications to stay alive then make sure they get probiotics, vitamins and minerals (and I do not mean the one every day thing). See that they stay regular, which means that they have a bowel movement once or twice a day. Make fresh juices for the child, only buy organic, and drop out sugars, soda or anything white or denatured. You can still take charge and watch the miracle as your child begins getting stronger. Your entire family will be a family of champions because of your courage to take conscious control.

Always keep in mind the above stated are my opinions and I do have them. Self care should not take the place of a doctors care when needed. I am a Nutritionist and Naturopath but I have taken my children and myself to the doctor, only when necessary and not that often. Being balanced is the key.