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How to Promote Healthy Eating Habits in Young Children

Whether it’s school starting early, having a hectic work schedule, trying to get the kids to after school activities or constantly being on the go on the weekends, it can be difficult to instill he...

Secrets to Enjoying Your Night Out Without the Guilt

I have had several people ask me what they should eat when they go out to dinner. My two questions are: What do you like to eat? How often do you eat out? Someone who eats out regularly needs to be...

A Surprising, New Way to Preserve Fruits and Vegetables

I am SO looking forward to all the fresh fruits and vegetables that will soon be available at the farmers market . Are YOU considering buying a share in a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) for...

Easy Recipe Substitutes for Healthier Meals

We all want to eat healthier, and sometimes it is really easy to do so. With ingredient substitutions you can still use your favorite recipes that you love, just with less fat and more nutrition. H...

10 Outdoor Workouts That Don’t Feel Like Exercise

Whether you need a break from your normal routine or can’t bear the thought of being inside the gym on a warm, sunny day, there are still plenty of ways to get your sweat on. When you’re craving so...

What is a Healthy Body Fat Percentage?

Body fat percentage is the proportion of your weight that is made up of fat. The rest of your body is comprised of bone, muscle, and other lean tissue mass. There are two types of body fat: storage...

17 Things You Can Do to Create a Perfect Morning Routine

Establishing a consistent early routine helps you have a more productive and healthier day. When you start early and accomplish tasks before you head off to work, it leaves you in a positive frame ...

8 Common Excuses for Skipping Your Workout - And How To Overcome Them

Do you want to get in better shape but can’t seem to find the time – or motivation – to exercise? You’re not alone. The average gym member only makes it to the gym twice a week. Twice a week is be...

Easy Ways to Walk 10,000 Steps a Day

Walking can help lower blood pressure, reduce your risk of heart disease, maintain fitness levels, and lead to weight loss. Unlike more complicated exercise programs, walking is inexpensive, easy t...

How to Prevent Varicose Veins Naturally

Have you noticed purple or blue veins emerging on the surface of your legs? Those bulging veins are varicose veins, which most experts believe to be caused by weak valves in the veins. When healthy...

8 Things You Should Never Do After a Workout

Congratulations for putting in the time and effort to exercise! After a tough gym session, you may just want to go home and lounge on the couch. However, what you do immediately after your sweat se...

10 Non-Scale Victories You Need to Celebrate

When you are trying to lose weight, it’s easy to focus solely on the number reading from your bathroom scale. You’re working hard, eating better foods, exercising regularly, and it’s understandable...

The Pros and Cons of the Ketogenic Diet

You may have already heard of the Keto Diet. It’s been popping up as the latest trend in celebrity diet fads among superstars such as JLo and Kylie Jenner. It’s claim to fame is that it’s the best ...

39 Healthy Road Trip Snack Ideas

It’s easy to mindlessly eat while driving or riding in the car, especially if you’re getting your snacks from rest stops and fast food places. However, you don’t have to toss out your normal health...

Guide to a Healthier Cinco de Mayo

Who doesn’t love an excuse to get together with friends, enjoy delicious foods, and tasty drinks? Cinco de Mayo gives us the perfect reason to go out and have fun. Mexican food can be healthy; bea...