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...
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8 High-Protein Breakfasts Inspired by the Season
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...
12 Practical Ways to Give Thanks
When you’re thankful for all that you have in your life, it overflows in service to others. Because sometimes, giving is the best way to show your gratitude. In giving back, you help other people. You also benefit yourself. Studies show that being a giver can make a...
Is It OK to Let Your Kids Eat Their Halloween Candy All at Once?
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...
13 Comforting Casseroles for a Cozy Saturday Night In
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...
Why You Need to Catch Up on Vaccines (& Which Ones to Get)
Roll up your sleeve — you may need some shots! Like kids, adults should be fully protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. If there are gaps in your shot record, it’s time to get caught up. Why Catch Up on Vaccines When you think of vaccines, you might think...
10 Super Easy Soups You Can Make on a Weeknight
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...
Urgent Care, Retail Clinic, or Primary Doctor: Which One Should You Visit?
Long gone are the days of waiting for the county doc to ride on horseback to your house when you're under the weather. These days, you have a variety of healthcare choices, from in person to online. You could book an appointment with your doctor, rush to the ER, or...
9 After-School Activities for Your Kids’ Mental Health
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...
Why Making a Routine Matters for Your Health
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...