Exercise is kind of like pecan pie: you either love it or are passionately averse. With obesity at an all-time high (a whopping two thirds of American adults are overweight or obe... Read more »

If “I’m hungry!” or “I want a snack!” is a constant refrain in your house, you may find yourself wondering: is my child hungry, or just bored? In reality, there are an... Read more »

Alcohol: whether you’re a lover of beer, wine, or mixed drinks, there’s a good chance you’re among the 56% of American adults who imbibe on a regular basis. While it’s e... Read more »

Feeling gassy, bloated, or otherwise unwell after a recent meal? If you notice a visceral response in the hours or days following consumption of a certain food, a food intolerance ... Read more »

Trying to lose weight, only to have that time of the month throw a serious wrench in your best laid plans? We hear ya, sister. While it may feel as though the deck is stacked ag... Read more »

Climbed onto the scale only to see an eyebrow raising increase? Don’t panic! Water weight may be to blame. Water weight (aka water retention) is an increase in body weight cau... Read more »

Feeling sluggish or in need of an afternoon pick me up? Dragging on your way to work? Need to pull an all-nighter in preparation for a big exam? If a serious yawnfest or need fo... Read more »

Diet: we know it impacts our bodies and minds on a variety of physiological levels. What you eat (or don’t eat) impacts longevity, organ function, athletic performance, mood, bo... Read more »

You might not be able to see it at first, but you can definitely feel it. Cortisol: the stress hormone. When your body is in a state of emotional or physical distress, cortisol ... Read more »

From a nutrition standpoint, heart disease often starts out innocently enough: a few bad choices, followed by a few more. After a number of months or years, those choices create a ... Read more »