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Also Inside: Natural remedies for hand, foot, and mouth disease… If you are having trouble viewing this email, [click here.]( Thursday, August 31, 2023  Happy Thursday, {NAME}.  We are super excited to announce that our eldest daughter, Brianna Lynn, will be playing with her band in Nashville tonight at Nashville’s [Eighth Room](. She is a budding songwriter, guitar player, and has a full band with original songs she will be playing and singing.  The doors open at 7pm. Her opening act will begin at 7:30pm and Brianna will take the stage at 8pm CT. If you are in Nashville (or can drive to Nashville) please support Brianna and come hang out with us. [laugh]  We (Ty and Charlene) have already purchased our tickets and would love it if you could come join us to support Brianna. There are a limited number of seats (and tickets) available for purchase.  >> [Get your tickets here]( <<  We know that many of you have been a part of “The Truth About Cancer” family back before we even began making films, when we were well known as “Cancer Truth” and you have watched Brianna grow up from a cute little girl into a capable, smart, talented, kind, beautiful young woman. Thank you for your support! Brianna thanks you and we look forward to seeing you tonight at 7pm at Nashville’s [Eighth Room](.   On this day in 1422, precisely 601 years ago, King Henry VI of England ascended to the throne at the astonishingly young age of just nine months, following the death of his father, King Henry V. His father had been a warrior king, renowned for his victory at the Battle of Agincourt and his efforts in the Hundred Years' War against France. Henry V's untimely death from dysentery left the kingdom in the hands of a council of regents, but the mere notion of an infant as the official ruler was extraordinary, even in a medieval setting where political instability was common. The situation was complicated further by the ongoing hostilities with France, making the need for strong, decisive leadership even more acute.  In essence, a nine-month-old ruler is as absurd as it sounds. While the council of regents held the real power, the symbolic idea that a baby could be a monarch underscores the often arbitrary nature of hereditary rule. At nine months, most babies are just starting to develop basic motor skills, like crawling or pulling themselves up to stand. They are exploring the world through their senses, starting to recognize familiar faces, and maybe uttering simple words like "mama" or "dada."  Fast-forward to 18 months, and the typical toddler is walking, starting to string two-word sentences together, and beginning to exhibit the first signs of independence—a far cry from making state decisions, to say the least. By the age of 30 months or 2.5 years, many children can follow simple instructions, identify shapes and colors, and are becoming more social. However, the complexities of governance, war, and diplomacy are, of course, still far beyond their comprehension.  Modern psychology and childhood development studies would find the notion of such a young monarch laughable. And yet, the early years are crucial for cognitive, social, and emotional development, which in the modern age, faces a set of challenges that Henry VI and his contemporaries could never have imagined. With the rise of technology, young children are increasingly exposed to screens, often at the expense of direct social interaction and physical play. This shift brings about its own barriers to healthy development, such as delays in language acquisition, decreased physical activity leading to potential health issues, and reduced time for imaginative, unstructured play which is crucial for social and emotional growth.  We’re going to kick off today’s digest with an article all about the impact of screen time on childhood development (and how the amount and type of screen time can make a BIG difference). We’ve also got a great article about hand, foot, and mouth disease that every new parent or grandparent should read.  Let’s dive in…   The Digital Dilemma: Screen Time & Child Development  Thirty years ago, the idea of carrying a mini-computer in your pocket was beyond imagination. Television sets were bulky, the internet was a new frontier, and video games were confined to arcades and consoles. Fast forward to today, and technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, influencing everything from communication to entertainment. Smartphones, tablets, and an array of other digital devices offer a gateway to limitless information and interactive experiences.   As our world has become more digital, societal attitudes and cultural norms have shifted dramatically. What once required face-to-face interactions—like chatting with friends or shopping for groceries—can now be done from the comfort of one's home. Socialization is increasingly happening online, and kids as young as one-year-old know how to swipe on a tablet. Although these advancements have many benefits, they also come with a range of concerns, especially for our youngest generations.  A new study from Tohoku University in Sendai, Japan, has brought these concerns into sharp focus. The study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, involved 7,097 children and found alarming associations between screen time at the age of 1 and developmental delays at ages 2 and 4.  >> [10 Tips for Screen Time]( <<   Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease: 15 Natural Remedies for Your Child  Navigating the waters of parenthood can be challenging – especially with your first child. As your baby grows, so does his or her immune system. One of the ways your child’s natural immunity gets stronger is through encounters with disease. One of the more pesky diseases primarily comes when your child starts attending a daycare or preschool, and it can be a real doozy.  Fortunately, hand, foot, and mouth disease (often called HFMD) is generally not very serious and will resolve on its own. Most pediatricians will recommend ibuprofen or acetaminophen to help with fevers and pain, but there are a host of natural remedies that can make this childhood disease easier to manage.   While HFMD is generally considered a mild illness, it can be uncomfortable and lead to complications in certain cases. HFMD most commonly appears in the late summer and early fall – right about now. It’s moderately contagious and can be hard to avoid in childcare settings. It can be hard to see your children suffer from an illness, but with the natural tips above, your child can recover quickly and comfortably.  >> [Heal and Soothe HFMD Naturally]( <<   Carrots & Cancer: How to Reduce Your Risk  When you think of carrots, what comes to mind? Maybe it's the iconic Bugs Bunny munching away on this crunchy vegetable, or perhaps you recall being told as a kid that eating carrots will give you "super eyesight." While these impressions certainly make carrots memorable, there's more to these colorful veggies than meets the eye. Carrots are nutritional powerhouses, loaded with essential vitamins and minerals. But did you know that carrots may also play a role in cancer prevention?   Carrots offer a multitude of health benefits, from boosting your immune system to supporting good vision. Importantly, they also come with potential cancer-fighting properties that are backed by research. While eating carrots alone won't make you invincible against cancer, they can certainly be a part of a balanced diet and lifestyle aimed at lowering your risk. So the next time you find yourself in the produce aisle, make sure to bag some carrots—you're investing in your long-term health.  >> [The Carrot-Cancer Connection]( <<  “Children are not casual guests in our home. They have been loaned to us temporarily for the purpose of loving them and instilling a foundation of values on which their future lives will be built.” — Dr. James Dobson   To Your Health & Liberty,  P.S. If you haven't already gotten your ticket to see Brianna play in Nashville tonight and hang out with us at the [Eighth Room](, what are you waiting for? [wink]  >> [Get your tickets here]( <<  © Copyright 2023, TTAC Publishing LLC, All Rights Reserved. This email was sent to {EMAIL} by info@thetruthaboutcancer.com PO Box 530, Portland, TN 37148 [Edit Profile]( | [Manage Subscriptions]( | [Report Spam](