The Remarkable Life of Coach Debbie Ryan: Inside the Fall 2019 Vim & Vigor

Kelly Casey   |   8/29/2019   |   Nutrition, Prevention

After retiring from coaching, Debbie Ryan is using her unrelenting drive to fight pancreatic cancer and improve healthcare. Read her story and get tips about probiotics, high-intensity interval training & more in our family health magazine. More »

Want Your Kids to Eat Healthier? Let Them Prepare and Cook Meals

Elizabeth Timms   |   8/14/2019   |   Kids, Nutrition

One of the best ways to encourage children to eat healthier may just be to get them involved in the kitchen to learn how to prepare and cook meals. More »

Avoid a Summer Diet Disaster: Try These 5 Ice Cream Hacks

Amy Sarah Marshall   |   7/9/2019   |   Nutrition

Summer's here: Ice cream season. But 3 months of sugar and fat can put on the pounds and hurt your health. Here's insights from registered dietician Katherine Basbaum plus 5 easy, delicious ice cream hacks that won't ruin your diet. More »

Is It Possible to Have Too Much Chocolate?

Elizabeth Timms   |   7/4/2019   |   Nutrition

If you can’t imagine life without chocolate, learn the facts to see how to fit it into your diet. Just as with any food, there’s always room for an occasional indulgence. More »

Q&A: Are Prebiotic and Probiotic Supplements Necessary for Good Gut Health?

Holly Ford   |   6/5/2019   |   Nutrition, Prevention

Probiotic supplements have become part of a daily routine for many because of the purported benefits, which range from improved digestion to disease prevention and weight loss. But are they truly necessary for a healthy gut? More »

Tips for a Healthy Barbecue without Blowing Your Diet

Elizabeth Timms   |   5/22/2019   |   Nutrition

It's almost barbecue season with good friends and good vibes. Don't stress over your diet, with these quick, healthy barbecue tips you can still enjoy summer nights and good company. More »

Is This the Healthiest Diet You Can Follow?

Elizabeth Timms   |   5/16/2019   |   Nutrition

The Mediterranean diet is ranked as best overall for the many health benefits. Fill your plate with these savory foods that are enriched in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. More »

How to Improve Heart Health: 11 Tips from our Readers

Kelly Casey   |   4/25/2019   |   Exercise, Nutrition, Prevention

Looking for fresh heart-healthy diet and exercise tips? We’re excited to share some of our favorites, which our family health magazine readers submitted. More »

Myths vs. Facts: Which Spring Veggies Pack a Big Punch?

Elizabeth Timms   |   4/3/2019   |   Nutrition

There’s lots of delicious in-season produce at this time of the year. Pick out the right vegetables whether you belong to a CSA, go to a farmers’ market or stop at a grocery store. More »

A Cookie Taste Test: The Different Types of Sugar

Megan Rowe   |   2/21/2019   |   Nutrition, Prevention

Is sugar really so unhealthy? Are less-processed alternatives to white sugar, like agave and honey, healthier? Or tastier? We'll answer these questions in this new series. More »