Most people think of traditional exercises when it comes to getting their workout on. However, physical activity is more than just walking on the treadmill every day. You can actually get moving and burning calories without even stepping out of your everyday routine. We’re talking about cleaning house… literally. While…
Sometimes, it seems like a divorce came from out of the blue. A seemingly happy couple calls it quits, and their friends and families are left shell-shocked. Obviously, whatever problems caused the divorce were apparent to the couple. It’s hard for those not involved to imagine why a marriage breaks…
May is Mental Health Month and what better way to recognize the annual educational campaign than by achieving that peaceful, easy feeling. The U.S. Surgeon General reports that have of all Americans are faced with some sort of mental disorder at some time in their lives. In fact, mental illnesses…
Most financial experts believe that children should receive an allowance. The earlier children are taught financial skills, the better. Money management is a skill that many adults struggle with. By teaching children early on how to manage their money, it can go a long way into their adult years. Allowances…
Style & Beauty / Product Reviews
Ah, the iPhone. For many, a trusted digital companion, always keeping you connected to friends, family, news and trends no matter where you are – at home lounging on the couch with a glass of wine or on the go. These top beauty applications are all available for download through…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
Originally, all foods were “organic” – grown and prepared without pesticides, herbicides, chemical fertilizers, hormones, irradiation to prevent spoilage, and microwave cooking. Our food these days, whether of vegetable or animal origin, is not only deficient in nutrients but also full of pollutants and farm chemicals. The modern denaturing of…
It can be hard to find the time to exercise. The motivation to exercise may be even harder to find when you’re busy and exhausted from lack of sleep. But without activity, your body, mind and spirit will suffer. There are simple ways to incorporate exercise into your busy schedule,…
His home gyms allow people to lose weight, tone their muscles and improve cardio health in one easy workout. Another perk is being able to consult with a personal trainer card after purchasing one of Tony Little’s machines. The Gazelle is an exercise system that uses both power pistons and…
Cholesterol has become a huge buzzword among physicians who are constantly warning their patients about the dangers of high cholesterol. Too much cholesterol contributes to hardening of the arteries. Essentially it can lead to heart disease, which is the top killer of adults in the United States. Total cholesterol should…
During the summer, the familiar refrain of “I’m bored!” might waft through the house every so often, especially when it’s too hot or rainy to go outside. But aside from catering to your child’s every whim and becoming his or her entertainer, what can you do to help them keep…