Keeping Kids Healthy

There’s nothing worse for a parent than a sick kid. A sick kid is usually a miserable kid and it makes you feel helpless; if only you could make them better! And I know I’d do anything to avoid a trip to the pediatrician’s office- I always leave feeling likeREAD MORE .....

The Truth About Carbs

Everyone seems to be afraid of carbs these days. It’s like carbs are the enemy and in order to lose weight you must vow to never eat another carb again. Well, that’s just not true! Carbs are not the enemy; in fact carbohydrates are a very important part of aREAD MORE .....

6 Ways To Relieve PMS

About 85% of women suffer from symptoms of premenstrual syndrome- PMS every month. Those symptoms can include mood swings, bloating, cramping, and sometimes just feeling like some alien took over your body. For those who experience it, it’s not fun. PMS is caused by the fluctuation of hormones in theREAD MORE .....

5 Ways To Be Happy This Winter

There are definitely some people out there who love the winter- there’s skiing, after all. But it can also get a little depressing when the weather gets cold and there isn’t too much sunlight. That can really get you down. In fact, it can get you SAD. SAD stands for Seasonal Affective Disorder,READ MORE .....

Acid Reflux

It’s a good thing there are so many medicines out there to treat acid reflux, since approximately 60 million Americans suffer from its symptoms. Acid reflux, also known as GERD, or gastro-esophageal reflux disease occurs when stomach acid flows backwards into the esophagus, the structure that connects your stomach to your throat. SymptomsREAD MORE .....

Making Time For Yourself

It’s holiday season and there’s much to look forward to: a break from your regular routine, time to spend with loved ones, and happy celebrations, to name a few. But the holiday season can also be a time of high stress- sometimes for those very same reasons- and stress isREAD MORE .....

10 Foods To Eat For Brain Health

The brain is an important organ. It’s sort of the control center for the whole body, and it’s in charge of our cognitive abilities, so why not do your best to keep it at its optimal health? Challenging yourself intellectually- engaging in activities like reading and doing puzzles- is importantREAD MORE .....

10 Ways To Get Rid Of Dandruff Naturally

There’s nothing like dandruff to spoil your look! Besides being extremely embarrassing, dandruff can also be uncomfortable and itchy. Dandruff is caused by dry scalp, irritated oily skin, yeast, or fungus. The cells on your scalp usually regenerate every 21 days. When this happens the old cells fall off, usuallyREAD MORE .....

Foods You Didn’t Know Were Good For You

It’s a constant battle, isn’t it? You want to eat well, but you also really want that bar of chocolate or that glass of wine. So you either control your craving and feel deprived, or you indulge and feel guilty. It’s like you can never win! Well, what if I toldREAD MORE .....

How To Get Your Best Sleep

We’re all doing our best to be our healthiest these days. We try to eat right and to get enough exercise, and because overall wellness is important, meditation is popular, too. Another thing that is essential to good health is good sleep. And here’s where both quantity and quality count; you need toREAD MORE .....