Diet & Fitness / Fitness
by Trent Lorcher In this age of technology, many fitness buffs have forgotten the benefits of old-school workouts. They’ve traded gym shorts for spandex, blacktop for treadmills, and t-shirts for sports bras. If you’ve reached a fitness plateau, want to jump start your fitness routine, or just need to get…
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Style & Beauty / Beauty tips
Ever wonder what could add some extra oomph to your outfit — or even your entire wardrobe? If you’ve ever been left thinking your ensemble could just use an extra something — a piece that could add extra pizzazz — listen up. There are a handful of ways to make…
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Love / Love Tips
He’s a big, strong man who will slay dragons and open doors for old ladies – until he catches the sniffles, that is. We’re talking about guys who go from alpha male to pathetic baby before you can say “Tamiflu.” It may seem super-annoying that the world seems to revolve…
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Love / Love Tips
When embarking on the journey to wedded bliss, it’s natural to feel nervous along the way. It’s a big change, particularly if you’re not used to living with your soon-to-be spouse or sharing finances, having kids, and all the other trappings of marriage. The runaway bride has become a cliche,…
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Moms / Nutrition
Have you ever tried to get your child to drink a V8? It’s a lost cause. But if you hide the vegetables in smoothies, desserts and entrées, then you can get your kid to gulp down a serving of veggies before you finish cleaning up the kitchen. Super Smoothie (Adapted…
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Moms / Mom Tips
Come clean already. Do you struggle with laundry? In a perfect world, we could afford to have everybody’s clothes dry cleaned on a weekly basis. Unfortunately, those costs can add up over time. That doesn’t mean you can’t handle with care yourself. It’s a delicate situation — so follow these…
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Moms / Mom Tips
When most parents think of the characteristics they want to instill in their children, empathy is usually at the top of the list. After all, we want our kids to be considerate of other people’s feelings. Caring children eventually become thoughtful, compassionate adults who take other people’s feelings into consideration….
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Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips
Among the perils of a new school and entirely new environment lies the myth – or is it? – of the Freshman 15, those 15 or more extra pounds gained during the freshman year. Many factors cause weight gain in college – heavy drinking, all-you-can-eat dining plans, late-night binges, no…
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Diet Reviews / Low Fat
The most prominent forms of soy are tofu, soymilk, soy flour, textured soy protein, tempeh and miso. They can be used as substitutes in recipes that are normally made with some sort of animal protein. To favorably impact heart health, the Food and Drug Administration recommends 25 grams of soy…
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Moms / Mom Tips
Is every day a real nail-biter for your children? Believe it or not, nail biting is a common habit among children. According to kidshealth.org, studies estimate that up to 60 percent of kids and teens nibble their nails down to the nubs. And while it may seem harmless, the reality…
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