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Reverse the Obesity Trend in Your Family with These Easy Steps
Were you aware that childhood obesity has tripled in the past 30 years? About one out of every three children or teens is overweight or at risk of being overweight. Because children’s bodies are still developing, the damage to organs triggers medical problems extending throughout their lifetimes, according to a report issued by First Lady [...]
A Clean, Nontoxic Space
A Clean, Nontoxic Space By Erika Landau, M.D., and Abigail Brenner, M.D., When it comes to babies, keeping toxins out of the air in your home as much as possible is important. Chemicals used for general household cleaning can do a terrific job removing grease and grime, but they can be particularly dangerous for the [...]
Memorable Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Your One-of-a-Kind Mom
Marvelous Mom Memorable Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Your One-of-a-Kind Mom By Sherry Richert Belul As children, many of us took the love and care we received for granted. It was just expected that our moms would feed us, protect us, do our laundry, and listen to our woes. We may not have thought twice [...]
Thoughtful Ways to Celebrate Mom
Thoughtful Ways to Celebrate Mom It might be tempting to buy flowers and candy for your mom this Mother’s Day, but that may not be what she really wants. Your special mom deserves careful consideration, and these three simple gifts will help you to make this Mother’s Day as unique as the mom in your [...]
How to Be a Better Parent
How to Be a Better Parent It takes a lot of work to be a great parent. Everything you say or do not only affects your child, but teaches them things that they will carry for a lifetime. It is sobering to realize that the way you raise your children will affect the way your [...]
Making Green Fun for Your Children
Making Green Fun for Your Children What better way to insure that the environment remains in good shape for subsequent generations but to teach your children about all the values and insights that proceed from “going green.” The following are some tips for teaching your children about the importance of protecting our Earth and doing [...]
Green Choices for Summer Travel
Green Choices for Summer Travel When it comes to your daily routine, you have probably embraced all kinds of eco-friendly practices, such as the 3 Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), energy conservation, and of course, lower-emission modes of transportation. So when it comes time to plan your summer vacation, you probably want to carry on in [...]
Ten Things to Consider About Packaging and Shipping Organic Foods
Ten Things to Consider About Packaging and Shipping Organic Foods By Sally Romero Although organic foods are becoming more popular today as people discover their health benefits, many consumers do not think about the way that organic foods are packaged for shipping! Most containers, whether plastic, aluminum, or boxes, contain many elements that are far [...]
The Benefits of Cardio vs. Weight Training
The Benefits of Cardio vs. Weight Training Cardio and weight training are two very different types of exercise. One is designed to help you lose weight (and improve cardio-pulmonary function) while the other is meant to build muscle (and reduce fat). But whether you’re looking to shed the freshman fifteen (or the long-since graduated thirty…we’ve [...]
Foods That Give You Energy
Foods That Give You Energy When you’re facing the afternoon doldrums and all you really want is a nap, you’re likely looking for a quick fix of fats and sweets to wake you up. But stay your hand and turn away from the vending machine, young Skywalker. The force is with you…that is, the force [...]




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