Tina Haupert From Health.Com
- Parenting
8 Myths from Mom: True or False?
As a kid, my mom warned me about things like sitting too close to the TV, going outside with a wet head, and not letting my food digest before swimming. She even convinced me that eating Pop Rocks and drinking soda at the same time would cause my stomach to explode. While I can attest to the fact that Pop Rocks and soda do not, in fact, cause any bodily damage (other than a fun party-in-your-mouth effect), what about those other kernels of motherly advice? Is there any truth to them or were they all just scare tactics?Check these Myths Here and share your opinion with us.
- At Home
Great Start into Winter Here..
Got our first snow of the season here (Eastern Ontatio, Canda)... So pretty but I think it is going to kill me.
- Pets
Is Your Pet Hungry or Does She Just Want More Food?
Is Your Pet Hungry or Does She Just Want More Food?
- At Home
My Husband Works Too Much
I am writing you because I am seriously at my wits end with my husband of 7 years. We have two beautiful little girls and I really thought that we would always be the happiest couple in the world. Last year my husband got promoted as the vice president of his company which was great because it meant a better pay and benefits. For the first 3 months he worked long hours but after a while things went back to normal because he had gotten used to the new job. Things were good until he started working long hours again about 4 months ago. ...
- Love + Sex
6 (Bad!) Excuses You're Using to Skip Sex
Got seven to 13 minutes? Then you've got enough time to get it on. Here are six excuses you're probably making to pass on a shag-and how to stop selling yourself short on satisfaction.The excuse: I'm too tired
- Healthy Living
Sarah Michelle Gellar's Secrets to a Healthy Life
On a soundstage in Los Angeles, Sarah Michelle Gellar, 34, has just finished filming a scene for her new CW show, Ringer. We sit on a couch on set, a well-thumbed script beside her. Still in an olive gown and full makeup, she's ready for her next scene-oh, except for the pair of white Nikes on her f
- Healthy Living
Can We Be Trained to Like Healthy Foods?
Our diets are unhealthy, that much is clear. Now, an increasing number of scientists and physicians wonder if our propensity for unhealthy, obesity-inducing eating might be tied to the food choices made during our first weeks and months of life. Indeed, the latest research indicates that what we lea
- Shine Food
3 Types Of Pizza You Should Never, Ever Eat
A crispy, chewy, carb-filled crust, sweet tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella, and spicy pepperoni…you know that pizza, though irresistible, isn't exactly a health food. But even dieters indulge periodically in this classic American comfort food. There are, of course, tried-and-true ways to cut some fa
- Shine Food
Host a Family Pizza Party
A slice of family fun Sure, it's easy to pick up the phone and order a pizza delivered to your doorstep. However, by cutting down on time, you may be cutting down on your kid's intake of healthy food. These lighter pizza recipes will satisfy their need for junk food, while letting them get involved
- Shine Food
8 Mouthwatering Meatless Meals
Meat-free, but flavor-packedLooking for a way to save money? Meatless meals are less expensive, and plant-based diets may reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease. These 8 vegetarian recipes will wow your taste buds without hurting your wallet. Meat-free, but flavor-packed Smoked Che
- Shine Food
8 Tips for Controlling Portion Sizes
Why portion control matters When you have type 2 diabetes, you need to gauge portion sizes correctly, so you know how many calories and carbohydrates you're taking in and how they will affect your blood sugar.Learning what a portion size actually is-and eating that amount-is tricky.
- Healthy Living
Beginner's Guide to Running for Weight Loss
Given the choice between moving a lot more or eating a lot less, it's more fun to do the former. When running is going well, it does feel great. The miles fly by and the calories are torched, roughly 100 for every mile you run.
- Shine Food
Mark Bittman’s Seafood Made Light
What a catch!Lobster roll? Fried shrimp? The New York Times' Mark Bittman makes them good for you and more delicious than ever.
- Healthy Living
A Stronger You at Every Age
Unlike a sore throat or stomachache, which demand your attention, bones and muscles don't complain much unless something major-like a break or a pull-goes wrong. But these quiet, graceful supporters need regular TLC to help your body handle the load of daily life. Here's how to keep your bones and m
- Healthy Living
9 Summer Diet Tips to Stick to in the Fall
In the summer, it's easier to fill your diet with fresh produce (hello, farmers' markets) and fit in your daily workout (thanks, longer days), but once the fall rolls around, a lot of those healthy summertime habits go by the wayside.But they don't have to! Here are some warm-weather dieting tips th