For the past decade or so, following a low-carb diet plan has been considered the no-fail way to lose pounds fast. Obsessively counting carbs and fat grams is practically a national pastime at this point—especially during the critical post-holiday/pre-bikini season months. The low-carb craze hit critical mass in the early 2000’s as The Atkins Diet […]
Peer influence is a concern for moms as soon as kids are participating in social activities on their own. Sorry moms, that starts well before adolescence. Of course, when your kids are very young, you are there for most social events like play-dates and birthday parties, which makes it fairly easy to spot the bad […]
The fact that these 20 famous Capricorns (December 22 – January 19) became celebrities is a no brainer if you know a thing or two about astrology. For one, this earth sign represented by the noble goat, enjoys working, and when faced with stress, they will work even harder. A trait that anyone needs to […]
Called the ugly duckling of the vegetable world, celeriac’s warty, troll-like exterior might turn off the most adventurous eater, but in winter it’s a healthy alternative to potatoes and other starches. Also known as celery root, knob celery, and turnip-rooted celery, this root veggie’s creamy white flesh resembles that of a turnip when peeled and […]
Lights, camera, action! It’s awards season party people! The first entertainment industry showdown–the Golden Globe Awards–takes place on January 11th, which means it’s time to bond with your DVR and catch up on all the best TV and film had to offer last year. The nominations are in, the stars clothing is being carefully styled, […]
It’s been 46 years since the April 4, 1968 murder of Martin Luther King, Jr. But his message of peace, love and equality has lived on through the decades, through those who have continued to carry the torch. But King’s message lives on in more creative forms, too. From songs written specifically for and about […]
2015 is upon us and that means we’re getting excited about the latest book releases! We know, nerd alert, but we can’t help but anticipate pouring our hearts and souls into the stories that are yet to come in the new year. Why? Reading is a form of self-care for many of us around here. […]
Embarking on a fitness training regimen and losing weight are two of the most common New Year’s resolutions. According to Marist Poll, about 44% of Americans are planning to make resolutions this year and exercising more is the second most popular after weight loss. Although those resolutions are famous for falling by the wayside as […]
Oh Baby, its cold outside—which means everyone is on the hunt for the best soup recipes. Winter’s cold weather gives us the perfect excuse to stay inside, cuddle by the fire and rely on comfort food for nourishment. If you have happy memories of Mom’s homemade hearty soup recipes, you’re not alone. Soup warms the […]