General Health
A Handful of Reasons Why Your Diet Will Probably Fail
July 17th, 2013In 2013 over 100 million people in the U.S. will spend more than 20 billion dollars on weight loss programs and products. The sad truth is that no matter how much they lose in the short run, six months after they stop dieting they will have gained all of that weight back – and probably more.
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In Pursuit of the Healthy Hot Dog
July 10th, 2013In the 2013 hot dog season (Memorial Day to Labor Day) Americans will consume about 7 billion hot dogs, 150 million of which were eaten on July 4th alone. In all those frankfurters, is it possible to find a healthy one?
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8 Great Reasons to Eat Blueberries
July 2nd, 2013We all know they are delicious, but there’s much more to this little blue dynamo than meets the tastebud.
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5 Tips to Stay Safe from Ticks
June 20th, 2013Ticks hide in many places and it is important to avoid getting bitten. Here are some steps to take so you, your family and your pets are out of harm’s way.
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How to Start and Plan a Garden
June 19th, 2013It’s prime time for gardening. If you’re new to gardening or need some refreshing, here are 6 steps to help you get started.
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Top 10 Gifts for Dad on Father’s Day
June 11th, 2013Father’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re in need of a present for dad, maybe one of these 10 fun and healthy gift options would suit your father well.
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Refresh and Hydrate: 5 Drinks to Stay Cool
June 6th, 2013Believe it or not, drinking a warm beverage helps you cool down in hot weather. In addition to water and iced coffees, learn about five refreshing drink ideas to help you stay cool this season.
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Enjoy Your Summer with 5 Healthful Frozen Treats
June 3rd, 2013Frequent summer ice cream treats can inadvertently hasten many health problems unless you trade them for ones that are better for your body.
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10 Ways to Inspire Yourself
May 10th, 2013From delving into art, forging new friendships, dancing and gardening, inspiration is right around the corner.
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7 Healthy Ways to Help Lower Cholesterol
Statins are popularly prescribed for people suffering from high cholesterol. However, there is a fruit, when eaten while on statin medications, that can lead to death. Learn more about this fruit, as well as 7 healthy ways to manage your cholesterol with diet and lifestyle changes.
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