The best childhood memory is considered to be playing in the dirt. In fact some of us had eaten dirt or mud in our childhood. Even research shows that it is very good for the health of a child to play in dirt. Doctor Ryan Harvey from House Call Doctor explains”Without exposure to everyday germs, which can be found in mud, children miss out on building a stronger, more robust immunity to sickness”. The dirt can even strengthen young immune systems. Here are some reasons that you should let your child play in dirt.

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Source: http://www.flypped.com/germs-are-friends-here-why-playing-in-dirt-is-good-for-your-kids/health-fitness