Weight Gain – Underlying Causes
Are you like me and putting up the good fight to stay healthy and keep off the weight? Sometimes, it seems like a losing battle as you are eating and working out as you always have, but still seem to be gaining weight. But there are many other factors that can be at play in affecting […]
Are your teenagers getting enough sleep?
Summer is coming to an end and so are the days of letting our teenagers sleep in until noon. With school about to re-open (if it hasn’t already), it’s time to start setting alarms and getting the kids out of bed. But according to the CDC, the earlier the start time of school, the more […]
Back to School – Communication is the key
Many of us will have kids who are going back to school in the next few weeks. Most of us are excited to have the kids back in school, but for others there is a certain amount of anxiety for the child and the parent, especially if your child has asthma, allergies or type 1 diabetes. […]
Are you one in 10 who suffers from acid reflux or heartburn?
Do you suffer from acid reflux or heartburn? If so, you’re not alone. According to the American Gastroenterological Association, one in 10 Americans suffer from these at least once a week. With so many different types of medications on the pharmacy shelves, it’s hard to know where to start in terms of getting relief. First […]
Last minute travel tips
Can you believe we’re more than half-way through summer? Pretty soon, kids will be getting school supplies or heading off to college. If you haven’t had a chance to take a vacation yet, you still have time before summer comes to a close. Here are some tips to make your last hurrah a success, plus […]