Life is hectic and the last thing you want to do after a long day’s work is slave over a hot stove. That’s time that can be far better spent on homework, housework or even gym work. It is possible to enjoy a healthy, home-cooked meal without spending all evening…
Every year more than one million new cases of cancer are diagnosed. This deadly disease is only eclipsed by heart disease as the number-one killer. By 2010, cancer is expected to assume the top spot as the leading killer in the United States. February marks National Cancer Prevention Month. While…
When it comes to fitness, little efforts add up big time. Exercising is not reserved for the gym. Every time your body moves, it counts. Instead of spending time driving around the parking lot or waiting for the next person to get out of a spot close to your destination,…
It’s great to have access to all the nutrients you need in pill form. But when you eat healthfully and take a supplement, then you may be getting more than you need. Even if you’re not the healthiest eater, experts say that our food is so fortified that there is…
There’s a reason health experts go nuts over this superfood. Walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which offer a host of health benefits. Research shows that walnuts reduce the risk for heart disease and lower bad cholesterol while providing the body with fiber, B vitamins, magnesium and…
It’s possible to fall in love with Valentine’s Day, even if you’re watching your waistline. Valentine’s Day is a holiday that centers around fancy dinners, boxes of rich candy and decadent desserts. By the time it’s all said and done, you won’t even be able to wedge yourself into that…
If you reach for something sweet when you’re stressed or angry – or simply out of habit – then you’re definitely not alone. Many people reach for simple carbohydrates like candy, ice cream or cookies when they’re tired or upset. Some researchers are convinced that carb cravings like this may…
When it comes to breakfast, are you constantly bacon for more? Bacon has been an a.m. staple for years. There’s no denying the great taste of those crispy slices of bacon, but in reality grease is the word. No matter how tasty this salty staple is – it’s chock full…
You might turn to a sugary popsicle or creamy, fattening ice cream to cool you down when it’s sweltering outside, but if you’re still interested in looking great in that bikini for the last remaining weeks of summer, then you might want to consider another snack. Watermelon and its sweet…
If you experience heartburn or burning chest pain, then you may be experiencing symptoms of acid reflux. If it happens more than twice a week, then you may have acid reflux disease, or GERD. Symptoms include that burning feeling, regurgitation, bloating, hiccups, nausea, unexplained weight loss and burping. See the…