Fact labels have been on food products for the past 20 years. They were put in place by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to allow us make sound decisions on what we buy, as well as knowing the Percentage Daily Value (%DV) of vitamins and nutrients in foods. Using the Percentage Daily Values can help
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Reading Fact Labels for Heart Health
by Kimberly Hays February 13th, 2026
Health Observance
Ahhh. . . My Racing Heart Month
by Lori Sciame February 6th, 2026
Health Observance
During February, the American Heart Association (AHA) has a series of promotions aimed at both men and women concerning optimum heart health. Today is their Go Red for Women Day celebration. On this first Friday in February, men and women are asked to wear the color red to symbolize the toll that heart disease takes on American women.
Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States today? Because of this, the AHA hopes to educate
The Fountain of Youth Found – It’s Exercise!
by Lori Sciame January 30th, 2026
Exercise
Imagine life when you are 80. Do you see yourself sitting in a chair, watching television or doing a crossword puzzle? Or do you picture yourself outside, enjoying the day: gardening or playing golf?
The fact is, many Americans now live well into their 80s and beyond. Gone are the days when old age automatically means inactivity. Of course, there are people who have health complications that prohibit vigorous exercise, but the vast majority of us can continue exercising to ensure we remain active for years to come.
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Tweens, Teens, and Vegetarianism
by MPK January 23rd, 2026
Children's Health, Nutrition
Part of the process of growing up is discovering who you are. New friends, new hobbies, and new ideologies may be part of the discovering. Whether it means wearing only orange clothing, learning a foreign language, or exploring a new belief, this is a time to study new subjects and find things that are of interest. For some kids, vegetarianism may be intriguing.
If you have access to a close friend or family member that is vegetarian, then this change in eating will be simple. However, if you
For Your Health: Get Moving, Ladies!
by Lori Sciame January 16th, 2026
Health News
What is the number one killer of women in the United States? It's not car accidents, breast cancer, or diabetes. It's heart disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that "Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women; half of the deaths due to heart disease in 2006 were women."
If that statistic doesn't alarm my female readers, this additional one from the CDC will: "almost two-thirds of the women who die suddenly of coronary heart
Important: Preconception Counseling
by Kimberly Hays January 9th, 2026
Health Observance
We all know the importance of taking good care of our bodies after finding out we are pregnant. We do this by eating well, and by taking vitamins and seeing our doctor regularly. With one baby out of every 33 in the United States being born with birth defects, doctors are now trying to lower those numbers by recommending steps for prevention that start prior to conceiving.
Preconception counseling is suggested when thinking about getting pregnant. Your doctor can make suggestions to lower the
Can’t You Parents Just Get Along?
by Lori Sciame January 2nd, 2026
Relationships
No matter who asks for the divorce, the process can devastate both parties involved. Loss of self-esteem, fear of living alone, and even financial instability can affect both people in a broken marital relationship. Although the relationship between the couple will
Eat This, Not That: Winter Edition
by Louise December 26th, 2025
Diet
Comfort foods are more tempting than ever during the cold winter months. Everybody has their own favorite foods to warm up to: hot apple cider, hot cocoa, a steaming bowl of soup, a warm slice of pie, or some freshly-baked cookies. Unfortunately, those comfort foods are typically not the best choices we can make for our body. Luckily, there are a few quick substitutes we can make that will keep our winter diets as healthful and delicious as they can be.
Soups
Many
Three Tips on Romantic Attraction
by Lori Sciame December 19th, 2025
Relationships
Establishing rapport quickly when introduced to someone new can come in handy. This instant connection can work wonders when going to job interviews, when meeting co-workers for the first time, and when establishing relationships with clients. First impressions really do make a difference at the office. They also make a difference in matters of the heart. I pity the person who has a heart of gold, but who walks around with a frown instead of a smile. She may wonder why no man ventures near, yet the impression she unknowingly presents
Take the Offensive Against Stress
by Joe Lawrence December 12th, 2025
Aging Well
Stress is inevitable. Every single man, woman, and child will experience stress in their lives. In fact, in many surveys those asked say they have recently (past six months or sooner) experienced major stressors. We cannot hide from stress, but we can avoid it taking control of our lives.
For years we have been taught that stress is dangerous and that you need to avoid stress. This did not pan out well, because we quickly learned stress is unavoidable. Schools of thought, such as this, actually harmed our
Natural Remedies to Keep Kids Healthy in Winter
by Kimberly Hays December 5th, 2025
Children's Health
There is a lot of information on how to naturally treat illnesses that kids get in winter like colds, the flu, sore throats, and earaches. It is equally, if not more important, to know how to ward off these illnesses beforehand. Using natural remedies that are simple and effective will not only keep your child healthy, but they will also keep the rest of the family healthier by reducing the amount of harmful germs in your home.
Hand Washing Habits
As soon as
Increasing the Chances for Love
by Lori Sciame November 28th, 2025
Relationships
Finding a significant other can be difficult. Factors such as compatibility, timing, and even lack of self-esteem play into the love equation. Basically, finding true love takes patience - and a bit of luck. It may seem as if there is nothing a person can do to increase his or her chances of meeting the right man or woman, but a few
Team Baby- You’re in It Together
by Lori Sciame November 21st, 2025
Health Observance, Relationships
The time to think about having a healthy baby begins long before conception. The mother-to-be must give up bad habits, be in good physical condition, and consume a nutritious diet before she becomes pregnant in the first
Easy Ways to Communicate with Loved Ones
by Lori Sciame November 14th, 2025
Relationships
Staying connected to loved ones can be difficult. There always seems to be something that gets in the way of keeping in touch. Even those that live in the same house may not see each other enough, as jobs, school, extra-curricular activities, and other obligations pull family members in different directions. There are ways, however, to keep the lines of communication open - and thriving.
Hand Written Notes
Though out of vogue for many, hand written notes offer a wonderful
Holiday Survival Guide for Families
by Lori Sciame November 7th, 2025
Relationships
Soon the holiday season will be in full swing. There will be presents to buy, special treats to bake, and parties to attend. While many of the parties will be filled with good cheer and laughter, some will seem more like funeral wakes - complete with morose faces and mumbled greetings. If this sounds familiar, then take the time to read this post. Learn a few tips on how to survive a less than perfect family celebration.
Reject emotional blackmail
The first key
Medicine: Generic or Brand Name
by Louise October 31st, 2025
Drugs, Medication
When a new type of medicine first hits the market, it is the only one of its kind available, and consumers in need of it are forced to buy it. As a brand name, it tends to be expensive due to the research and effort that went into making the product. However, many simply can't afford the steep prices of the brand names.
A CNN article stated that in
Relationships Take Work From Both
by Lori Sciame October 24th, 2025
Relationships
Just as a homeowner maintains a house, those involved in meaningful relationships need to work to keep their partnerships in good repair. Jobs, children, friends, hobbies, and the like gobble up a person's time. Because of this, love relationships can become casualties of neglect. Instead of taking time to nurture the relationship, often times it is left for dead last. Pledge to resume working on your romantic relationship today, and watch the positive effects your actions
Liked – But Not by Everyone
by Lori Sciame October 17th, 2025
Relationships
Throughout a person's life, he or she comes in contact with hundreds of people. Some of these meetings will result in friendships, either temporary or lasting, some will even lead to love. However, not every meeting will end on a good
Are You Sleeping? Read on.
by Joe Lawrence October 10th, 2025
Common Conditions
Sleep is important. Do you get enough? What can you do?
According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults should be getting seven to nine hours of sleep per night. How many people actually do this? Sleep is the first thing sacrificed to make up slack from the day. We stay up late to finish that paper for school. They pull an all-nighter to wrap birthday or Christmas gifts. We get up super early to get to work early or to squeeze in the workout we can not make time for in the day.
Sleep
Should Eating Habits Change as You Age?
by Joe Lawrence October 3rd, 2025
Aging Well, Health Observance
One thing people often ask is whether they should change their exercise regimes after they reach certain ages. Most know after they retire they require new hobbies to keep the mind going and something to replace the social aspect of work they once had. Almost everyone knows they need to watch their finances more closely when living