July 11, 2019
We all need sunscreen! But, what's really in your sunscreen and what's safe and what should you -- and your kids -- avoid? Expert answers and advice from an interview that our friends at The Local Moms Network conducted with Sara Perkins, a Yale Medicine dermatologist....
June 26, 2019
No, not the partying kind. We’re talking about getting more H2O! Most of us are under-hydrated, which can bring on fatigue, brain fog, and overall sluggishness. Below, two easy ways to see if you need to chug more water during the day, plus some tasty ways to make it h...
June 21, 2019
According to the National Sleep Foundation, nearly 25% of all married couples sleep in separate beds. Dr. Michael Breus — also known as “The Sleep Doctor” — offers simple solutions to help couples sleep better and deal with common nocturnal problems including snoring a...
June 12, 2019
Well, it doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Some foods and certain drinks can actually help with stress. According to experts, stress can be caused by an imbalance of serotonin in the brain. Complex carbs help increase serotonin (good), while refined carbs — like bagels,...
June 10, 2019
Having trouble getting shut-eye? Good news — catching some zzz’s may be easier than you think thanks to these sleep-inducing foods. Figs, watermelon, peanut butter, herbal tea and dark chocolate — yum — all contain properties that will make counting sheep a thing of th...
May 31, 2019
Don’t let that cringeworthy scene in “Dirty Dancing" give watermelons a bad rap. This hydrating, vitamin-packed, low-sugar summertime delight is good for you in so many ways — from sports recovery to skincare! Read on for more on why this giant fruit is worth the haul....
May 30, 2019
Every age has its sleep challenges, and in their latest episode, our friends at "What Fresh Hell Podcast" discuss the absolute best sleep hacks for getting babies, toddlers, preschoolers, older kids (and even yourself!) napping, sleeping, and staying asleep. Our own Pa...
May 22, 2019
Confidence. Most of us want more of it but aren’t sure exactly how to get it. Check out these questions we can all ask ourselves to see where exactly we’re lacking in the backbone department — so you can go out there and have the guts to be your awesome self! MORE
May 16, 2019
According to experts, moderate alcohol consumption is not as detrimental to your fitness regimen as you may think. But, how do you choose the “healthiest” cocktail for your happy hour? According to a registered dietitian who serves as a national spokesperson for the A...
May 14, 2019
We’ve all found ourselves 10 clicks deep into WebMD, self-diagnosing rare conditions based on ambiguous symptoms. But more often than that, we’ve been known to put off our own doctor appointments because there never seems to be enough time. Below, life-saving tips from...