It’s January, the season of diets and good intentions. Many people resolve to go on a diet, only to lose their willpower within the first few weeks of the year. Seeing healthy eating as an all-or-nothing endeavor, they quickly end up throwing in the towel and going...
As January 1st edges ever closer, you might be tempted to make a list of all the ways you’ll improve yourself in the new year. And that’s great. Setting goals can help you gain perspective about where you want to end up by next December. But that enthusiasm tends to...
Family adventures aren’t just fun. They can also improve both your physical and mental well-being. But sometimes it can be hard to justify the cost of travel, especially in today’s economy. Think of a family vacation as an investment in your health. Not only will you...
With sniffle season in full swing across the country, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get your seasonal vaccines. Before the last couple years, this typically meant a flu shot for most people. But with covid seemingly here to stay, your annual fall trip to the...
Your body needs protein first thing in the morning. Research shows that protein-rich breakfasts offer important benefits. Eating protein in the morning can reduce your need to munch throughout the day. Protein-packed breakfasts can also help you build muscle and...
For kids, the ultimate Halloween dream likely features buckets full of sweet, sticky candy. They’ll sit right down in the middle of their haul and tear into piece after piece. By the end of the night, the only thing left will be smears of chocolate and a pile of empty...
Cooler weather, fuzzy blankets and shorter days? Comfort food season has officially arrived in many parts of the country. With a 9x13 pan and your oven, you can make dinner magic happen. On a cozy Saturday at home, pop a hearty casserole in the oven to slow bake. A...
It’s officially fall! Grab your favorite sweater, light a pumpkin spice candle, and get a pot of warm, comforting goodness simmering on the stove. It’s time for cozy comfort and delicious eats — even on a weeknight. And even if you live in a part of the country that...
The after-school period can be one of the hardest parts of the day for families. Kids who have gotten through the school day without a hitch walk through the front door and immediately fall to pieces. Some experts refer to this phenomenon as “after-school restraint...
Jam-packed season in full swing? Starting to feel like you're hanging on by a thread as you juggle work, school and everyday life? When every moment becomes a rush from one activity to another, it leaves plenty of scrambling to pick up the pieces in between. If you...
