Benadryl and Dementia: What You Need to Know

Benedryl and Dementia

Most of us don’t think twice about giving our child Benadryl for allergies, congestion, or even sleep—but new research is raising red flags for long-term use. A 2025 Harvard study linked long-term use of Benadryl use to an increased risk of dementia in adults who had taken it consistently for three years. (Yes, you read that right–dementia.) Why? […]

Histamine & Allergies: How to Manage Allergies Naturally

If you struggle with seasonal allergies and are looking for ways to manage them naturally, then you’ve come to the right place! You may have heard of the word “histamine,” or perhaps antihistamines (think BENADRYL® or Claritin®), but what exactly does that mean and what does it have to do with allergies? What Is Histamine? […]

Natural Alternatives to Ibuprofen: Proteolytic Enzymes to the Rescue!

How to Treat the Flu

Many people don’t realize that the typical over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications, such as Ibuprofen, block an essential part of the natural inflammatory process, leaving the body needing repair. But don’t worry, there are natural alternatives to Ibuprofen! Natural Alternatives for Ibuprofen Proteolytic enzymes, such as the HKHM PureZyme and the HKHM ProZyme, offer a great natural […]

How to Treat the Flu, Common Colds, Pneumonia, and RSV

How to Treat the Flu

If you’ve been reading my blogs and emails for a while, you’ve probably read some of my tips for preventing common winter illnesses. While prevention is always the best medicine, we still get sick sometimes and that’s ok! Let’s talk about how we can treat the flu and other viruses like the common cold, pneumonia, and RSV. […]

Changes to Your Sleep Routine: How to Maintain Healthy Sleep Habits

Whether it’s time changes from Daylight Savings Time or traveling to different time zones, changes to our sleep routines can wreak some serious havoc on the quality of the sleep we get – especially for the young ones! Sleep is incredibly important for our overall health. Even while we’re asleep our bodies are hard at work–sleep helps […]

Top 3 Immunity Boosters: Simple Tips for a Healthier Season

As we transition in and out of seasons, especially winter, a common question that comes up in my practice is about what we can do to give our immune system an extra boost. Making it through these seasonal transitions unscathed from seasonal illnesses may seem like a daunting task to take on. But the good news is […]

Marketing Myths about Dairy: The Real Path to Strong Bones in Children

I’m sure you remember the commercials from the early 90’s featuring celebrities with those unforgettable milk mustaches, touting the prominent message that milk = strong bones. But does the scientific literature uphold that claim? In Chapter 7 of my book Healthy Kids, Happy Moms I discuss this topic in-depth. I include analysis from two leading […]

Eczema Impacts Every Aspect of Life: A Success Story

When kids get the right cellular and digestive support, their systems make progress over time! For example, we had a young patient whose eczema was widespread and causing significant itching. Their symptoms were impacting almost every aspect of their life and, therefore, every aspect of their entire family’s life. The parents had tried everything doctors recommended with no relief. The […]

What Every Parent Should Know about Eczema and Gut Health

I’ve often shared the three things I wish I’d learned in medical school about treating eczema: the importance of the gut microbiome, the skin microbiome, and nutrition. In this blog, I’m going to take more of a deep dive into the relationship between eczema and gut health. Eczema (and other skin conditions) is a reflection of […]

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What You Get With The Eczema Jump Start Guide:

Dr. Kilbane’s approach is universal and can be used by both children and adults who have eczema. Here’s what’s included: