The weekends are made for relaxing, catching up with friends, and finishing any last-minute errands before Monday rolls around. All good things, but popular weekend activities like eating out, heading to the movies, or hitting the bar aren't always the healthiest ways to spend your day. If you're looking to shave a few calories off of your normal weekend rituals, look no further! Here are five Read more

It's kind of ironic that the gym is one of the germiest places a person can encounter in their day-to-day routine — fitness centers are where we go to get healthy! But numerous studies confirm that gyms are crawling with cold and flu viruses, the staph bacteria MRSA, and other bacteria and virus strains that can lead to skin or respiratory infections. Before you freak out and cancel your gym Read more

Sleeping soundly for at least eight hours a night is heavenly — in fact, getting a good night's rest is one of the best things you can do for yourself healthwise. Unfortunately with our hectic lifestyles, many factors can disrupt sleepy time. Since both quality and quantity are important, here are some simple tips to help you improve your zzz's once and for all! Read more

When tension headaches creep up, you can forget about having a productive day. Often due to tight, contracted muscles in your shoulders, neck, scalp, and jaw, tension headaches result from stress, depression, or anxiety. Getting enough sleep, eating balanced meals, and maintaining a Zen state will help reduce your likelihood of headaches. It's unlikely that you're boss will let you take five in a Read more

When eating for two, mama-to-be needs to modify her normal diet to ensure that both baby and mom are getting the nutrients they need. For moms with an alternative diet that may present an even bigger challenge, as there isn't as much information out there for them. We asked Ashley Koff R.D. — Emily Deschanel's dietitian and the author of Mom Energy: A Simple Plan to Live Fully Charged ($17) — Read more

Just because you're well out of school (or at least enjoying the Summer break) doesn't mean you should neglect your noggin. Improving your smarts now will help you out later, whether it's trying to remember your grocery list on the weekend or staying mentally sharp later in life. Feeling foggy-headed? Check out these five lifestyle changes that will make you smarter! Read more

There’s no denying that Carrie and the girls have made a lasting impression on us. They’re fun, totally entertaining, and at one point I'm sure many of us have wished we could live as glamorously and carefree as these ladies. But even if you're anxiously awaiting their return to theaters, there's a few good reasons for not rushing to emulate the ladies of SATC. Keep reading for five little Read more

Who doesn't appreciate the luck of the Irish? I have found, though, that it is best not to gamble on health. If you are interested in celebrating St. Patty's Day in a healthier manner, I have some suggestions for you. Read more

My daughter recently had her one-year checkup, and only one part left me slightly terrified. Not the fact that she is now weighing in at more than 26 pounds (no wonder my arms are looking pretty good these days). Nope, the scariest part was when my pediatrician informed me it was time to get rid of her bottles. I nodded my head and smiled, but my internal dialogue sounded something like this: Read more

If you're pregnant, you're probably well accustomed to being told about things you can't do, foods you can't eat, and products you can't use. That's the bad news. The good news is that for every "no," there's a solution, especially when it comes to your beauty regime. It just takes a little extra sleuth work — and that's what we're here for! Check out our best bets for pregnancy-safe beauty Read more