As more and more people are cutting out sugary sodas, carbonated water is becoming an increasingly popular replacement. It’s perfect — no calories, no chemicals and there’s just something about bubbles that gives your drink that extra oomph. While experts can’t totally pinpoint exactly why humans gravitate to bubbly beverages (animals won’t go near them), the […]
It’s hot out and there’s no school, so most days between the months of June and September, we’re spending a lot of quality time in a swimming pool—which we know is loaded with pool chlorine. So what exactly is chlorine? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “chlorine is used in drinking […]
Given the continued rise in diabetes and obesity in our country, health experts advise that the public understand the body’s glycemic response to foods—as well as the myriad sugar alternatives out there. When sugars are added to food during its preparation or processing they add empty calories, spike blood sugar and may promote weight gain. […]
Pop quiz: you are hosting a summer BBQ and you want to offer a dessert that is healthy, refreshing, pretty and easy to make. What do you serve? Hint: it’s not ice cream and it’s not cake (though those desserts are also insanely delicious). It’s a beautiful, sweet and simple fruit tray. That’s right, a […]
If you’re looking for a new summer activity that allows you to enjoy the beautiful weather and the great outdoors, but you’re not exactly “outdoorsy” then we’ve got good news for you. Sailing is the ultimate sport to enjoy fresh air, experience nature at it’s best, and also relax. That’s right, you can be adventurous […]
Early to bed early rise…that’s what they say, right? Waking up early in the morning can be a real challenge for most people. When your alarm goes off you probably mutter some inappropriate words to express your hatred for the early morning hours, that is, if you can even form words before you’ve had your […]
When it comes to your summer beauty routine, it’s all about the shine—which means it’s time for the best lip gloss. This is the time of year to show off some skin, to embrace your wild wind-blown waves and to let your sun-kissed skin shine. And nothing goes better with glowing skin than some glossy […]
UPDATED August 1st, 2016 Now that we’ve all embraced this superfood, new kale nutrition facts are emerging that may make you think twice about just how much you should be eating and whether it may actually be harmful. In the past couple of years kale has been linked to thyroid issues and, most recently, thallium […]
Are you soaked in guilt that you are ruining your kid’s childhood with your career? Do you often feel your family responsibilities are taking away chances for your career to skyrocket? Being a full-time working mother can lead to feelings of confusion and stress because of your divided attention between work and family. If you’re […]