Working out without seeing any results? It could be you’re not doing the right kind of exercise for your body. By identifying and understanding your body type, you can devise an effective exercise program that works for you. Endomorphs, Ectomorphs and Mesomorphs Exercise science has identified three main categories of…
Halloween may be a holiday for children, but for parents, trick-or-treat time can be a little troublesome. Nearly 40 years ago when I was younger, I remember some of my parent’s concerns like razor blades in apples or treats from Ex lax made to look like chocolate candy, and avoiding…
If you’re one of the brave people who ventures out for a little post-Thanksgiving shopping on Black Friday, then you may want to put something more than TVs, toys and holiday decor on your list. There are lots of glam and gorgeous purchases you can make to make you –…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
by Angeline Oppenheimer Calcium is an essential mineral for boosting bone health and staving off osteoporosis. A recent report from Harvard Health News concludes that calcium lowers the risk of colon cancer. Other health authorities recommend calcium for regulating blood pressure, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and weight control….
Fruit is a perfect diet food, especially for those of us who have a mean sweet tooth. It can curb cravings, boost antioxidants and offers a multitude of other health benefits. But the kind of fruit you eat is almost less important than how it’s packaged. Whether you prefer canned,…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
Winner, winner chicken dinner! Chicken is an all-around crowd pleaser. It’s healthy, relatively inexpensive and the kids will eat it without complaint. Plus, it’s extremely versatile and easy to prepare, making it a perfect main course for busy families. So it goes without saying that mouth-watering chicken thigh recipes are…
There are quite a few sonic devices on the market that claim to clean your face better than just using your fingers, facial cleanser and water. The Pretika is one of them, and it skews a bit cheaper than some of the leading brands. For just $50, the Pretika includes…
It was a good thing George Washington couldn’t tell a lie – researchers are finding that lying not only harms relationships, but also harms your health. In a 10-week study at the University of Notre Dame, psychologists employed 110 people — 65 percent of whom were college students and 35…
“Let’s just be friends.” It’s the infamous phrase people use when trying to lessen the blow of a breakup. But it’s rarely meant as a sincere sentiment. There are very few people who can recover from a breakup and emerge as friends – but it’s not impossible. Here are a…
You’re never too old for Halloween. Regardless of your age, you may be one of those people who still count All Hallow’s Eve as one of the most exciting holidays of the year. And why wouldn’t it be? Halloween appears to bring out the inner child in the majority of…