Diarrhea Causes: Stool Signs, Electrolytes & Recovery Diet

Diarrhea causes vary from high-fat meals and soy products to infections, often leading to electrolyte imbalances. Utilizing recovery foods like canned pumpkin and avoiding triggers like beer or iron can help restore digestive health.

Excess Fat in Legs in Babies

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Brenna Davis

Although adults frequently worry about becoming overweight, body fat provides babies with important protection. Infants need extra fat stores until they are about 2 years old, according to the textbook "Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology," and much of this fat is stored in the legs and thighs.

Brenna Davis is a professional writer who covers parenting, pets, health and legal topics. Her articles have appeared in a variety of newspapers and magazines as well as on websites. She is a court-appointed special advocate and is certified in crisis counseling and child and infant nutrition. She holds degrees in developmental psychology and philosophy from Georgia State University.