Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Looking at natural weight loss supplements, there are more and more products that are promoted by practitioners and producers alike. Some of these have been proven to be effective, some are still under review, and others are probably totally useless for the purpose of losing weight. You can determine which…
The Eat More, Weigh Less program emphasizes complex carbohydrates that are also rich in fiber, which helps people feel satiated. Fiber also slows the absorption of food so that blood sugar rises slowly, averting spikes. Before you turn your nose up at this low-fat, vegetarian program because it sounds “too…
By Anisa Aven “Procrastination is opportunity’s assassin.” –Victor Kiam, American businessman, Remington Electric Razors (1926-2001) “Oh, how I wish I could overcome procrastination! Somebody please help me stop procrastinating! But not today, I’m busy.” Procrastination is a double-edged habit. It deserves our attention as well as our appreciation. The guilt…
While many diet sites focus on how important it is to lose weight for appearance’s sake, WebMd is quick to point out the slew of health problems that are a byproduct of obesity — cancer, heart disease, gout, diabetes, arthritis, asthma and gum disease. By changing your habits and following…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Choices are the best tool for preventing and stopping power struggles and rebellion. There are a few ways that parents can run into problems, however, so here are a few guidelines for using choices effectively. – Don’t give a choice if there is no choice. “Do you want to take…
You pride yourself in being a hip parent who knows all of the warning signs. But with ever-changing technology, it’s sometimes hard to stay on top of the latest and greatest trends, especially since you’re not a teenager anymore. And to say things have changed since then would be an…
What’s in a name? A whole lot. Just ask Dweezil Zappa, Bronx Mowgli, Suri Cruise and other celebrity offspring who’ve been the unlucky recipients of some mindless monikers. Naming your children is a responsibility that one shouldn’t take lightly. What you decide in an instant will stay with your child…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
The simple word detox evokes images of cleansing away impurities from your body. It conjures up thoughts of healthy individuals with clear skin, white smiles, and a slim physique. Behind the scenes, the detox diets, for some individuals, can be more like a horror film full of fatigue, diarrhea, and…
Author: Kyle Taylor A cheap psychic that is reliable is tough to find these days. We all remember the dreaded Miss Cleo years which has become better known for the lawsuits than the psychic revelations. Fortunately, there are legitimate psychics available. Here are some things to ask yourself before putting…
If you’ve been trying to get your family to adopt healthier habits, whether it’s eating better or moving more, then stop nagging. Trying a more positive approach could benefit everyone more. And being sneaky about it doesn’t hurt, either. If you’re not comfortable even broaching the subject of weight loss…