health

What's holding you back from starting to keep your promise to yourself to workout? School is back in session and the weather is nice. I think it's the perfect time to ramp up your routine to include working out. Remember: Working out isn't selfish. When you are a fit mom, you ...read more

What is the first thing people see when they look at you? Nine times out of ten I am willing to bet it is your smile. That's why teeth whitening products are so popular right? Bwah! Unfortunately, each day we do so many things that contribute to our teeth' discoloration. I am ...read more

We love Thanksgiving but it does come with a feeling of being bloated and full for days. While it may be a day to indulge, but there are a few secrets to beat the unwanted bloat that comes with it. Check out these tips from Peak Performance trainer Jessi Kneeland before, during ...read more

Cold weather doesn't keep me indoors. My next half marathon is set for May--that means running through winter.  Since I'm not getting any younger (sigh), it's up to me to train harder and smarter. With a good training plan and the right attitude, you can make winter running a ...read more

When Panera first started popping up in New York City, I was beyond thrilled. My favorite suburban lunch spot was now accessible to me in my beloved city. Whoo hoo! Now I can eat Panera pretty much whenever I want with the new line of take-home soups, pastas, breads, salad ...read more

Have you got a Star Wars fan in the house? In that case, harness the love to get your child to brush his teeth better and longer.  With May the 4th coming up, we're revisiting one of our most popular Star Wars posts and sharing the coolest Star Wars toothbrushes for your kids. ...read more

Can I tell you one of my favorite things about walking into a tropical resort, destination hotel, or spa center? ... It's the abundance and availability of fruit-infused water. I know, I know... I'm easy to please; it's just one of the simple pleasures and little luxuries I can ...read more

You may start out with the best of intentions. Lose weight. Sleep more and so on. But resolutions are hard to keep, to help us out we are sharing the fun tips on how to make changes in your life. Here are the 5 most common resolutions and tips from Dr. Michael Smith, chief ...read more

There is no denying that parents are exhausted. With all of the running around from work, playdates, and general outings with the kids, it is no wonder that one of the chief complaints from many parents is that they don't get enough sleep. Top that off with having a bad mattress ...read more

The weather is warming up and part of spending time outside means sharing space with ticks, mosquitos and other insects. Knowing when a bite requires medical attention is a must. How fast you should seek care all depends on what’s doing the biting. I know I need all the summer ...read more

In the early weeks and months of pregnancy, I could barely get myself to eat anything other than bagels, buttered pasta, croissants, muffins, cakes, and crackers. Carbs all day every day. You do what you've got to do to survive the throws of severe morning sickness; and, so, ...read more

It is tough to get through winter without getting a cold. We are amping up our vitamins, green foods, and getting as much rest as possible, but darn it if the girls STILL don't bring home colds! This week we had to do battle while I was hosting my parents for a weekend. Here are ...read more

I refuse to get exhausted by the onslaught of stories of female athletes who have been abused. That's the easy way out. I'm energized to figure out how we can help our girls and start to fix girls sports. This week Nike was once again outed for an anti-female practices. You can ...read more

Travel fuels me. I think my brain just loves the stimulation. It's not that I'm looking for loud showy things, but I long for experiences that remind me it's darn good to be a human. When I'm out in nature during the winter, this is when I collect the moments that make my soul ...read more

Did you know there are almost seven teaspoons of sugar are in one Snickers candy bar?! And you can expect to get 28 empty calories in one piece of traditional Halloween treat: candy corn. And who can’t eat just one?! Related: Tips for a healthier Halloween Seems like finding ...read more

There's no doubt about it. School morning are manic to say the least, and sitting down to a wholesome, nutritious, and relaxing breakfast is not exactly doable every day of the week. More often that not, the morning meal feels rushed and panicky. It's not exactly the ideal way ...read more

Meditation is very appealing to me. My life is jam-packed and I often feel overwhelmed by the abundance surrounding me. I have much to be grateful for—a great family, a job that fulfills me, and my health. Finding time to be present matters to me. I don't want these years to fly ...read more

What inspired you to write Guy Stuff the Body Book for Boys? When I was a pediatrician in full-time practice, the imbalance in resources between boys and girls was obvious. Girls have so many different options – books, videos, magazines – that focused on what was happening to ...read more

Although my son is only 7 months old (soon to be 8 months!), I have helped several mothers find ways to score short workouts throughout their busy days. With school being back in session online and in person for most moms, I wanted to offer a few workout tips that will help you ...read more

Many years ago when I would go on vacation I would never exercise, thinking I needed a break from the gym, or just assuming there wouldn’t be any options available for me to squeeze in a decent workout. Not only have I changed, but so have the times, and now more and more ...read more

Although the oral health of children should be monitored and guided, technology has now made it easier than ever to thoroughly educate children and adults to maintain clean, bright smiles. A conscientious oral hygiene routine for a child must start with guidance from adults and ...read more

My immune system is amazing. Guess what? So is yours. The immune system is made up of a network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to support our bodies. Modern life, however, can get in the way, and that's where Ester-C comes in. These supplements feature a ...read more

They say, if the shoe fits wear it. One thing I've learned in my 40+ years on this earth is that not all shoes are made alike. I swoon over high heels as much as the next girl, but I know what works for my size and my lifestyle. I've learned to be picky about what comes into my ...read more

Do you remember the first time you went away to summer sleepaway camp? I can still picture it. I was 10, maybe 11 and it was one of the first times - and definitely the longest time! - I'd be sleeping away from my parents - a whole week. According to the American Camp ...read more

You know this mama is fueled by her workouts. I rely on them to keep me sane. I don't feel remorse or guilt about how much I spend on workout gear, but I often don't have the time to shop. I was intrigued by the idea of subscription workout gear, so I tried out Wantable. ...read more

By now, this should be old news: sodas, fruit drinks, and other sugary beverages add empty calories to our kids' diets and can increase their risk for a number of health problems, from cavities and type 2 diabetes to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease which only recently has been ...read more

Disclosure: I'm a sponsored Align Influencer, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure. Getting kids moving isn't as easy as it used to be. That's what I mean when I bring up spring training for families--ways to get the entire family into healthy ...read more

I travel a lot. In fact, I usually have a carry-on bag partially packed and ready to go with my necessities and toiletries. As an experienced traveler, you can bet I always have emergency supplies like tampons and liners on me. I thought I had this "packing for your period" ...read more

Motherhood can be stressful... Amen. And for all sorts of different, overlapping, switching reasons. From babies who won't nap to toddlers who wake up too early to teens who you can't get out of bed at all. From battles over teeth-brushing and breakfast-eating and ...read more

Some childhood memories feel almost tangible. I can remember the touch, smell, sound, and sight of my mom rubbing Vicks VapoRub on my chest as a kid. It’s a nostalgic type-of reflection that I think back to every time I have a stuffy nose or nagging cough. A mother’s touch—it ...read more

Most of the time, I try to follow this simple health rule: dessert or wine, but not both. This helps me to limit my calories intake and be more conscious of my eating and determining if I want that glass of wine or that piece of pie more. But I think I may have found an exception ...read more

Since it's Mosquito Control Awareness Week, I'd like to tell you how easy it is to keep them at bay by using a product that is practically magical. No, there's no Harry Potter spells involved, but it does work like a charm. I love being outside. And since I just re-did my ...read more

Ahh, the beloved smoothie. One press of the blender button and who can remember if there was a handful of spinach in there with those blueberries, a few chard stalks under that banana. It's cold, it's delicious, and it's a great way to sneak some healthy foods in to your kids' ...read more

Allergies are the worst. That's why we have 4 air purifiers in the house. The latest is the Honeywell True HEPA Allergen Remover which we just installed in my tween daughter's beautiful room. She designed this gorgeous space with us four years ago. We wanted to give her room ...read more