For the past two decades, the number of obese children and teens has continued to rise to such proportions that even First Lady Michelle Obama has made the issue one of her personal pet projects. However, new insight from a study conducted by the University of North Carolina validates a feeling teens have suspected all along: an overweight teen eats fewer calories, than does his healthy weight ... Read More >

Do you have a “brain game” on at least one of your electronic devices? Most of us do. Studies have shown for years that video games improve hand-eye coordination and increase our mental capacities but do video games give the same results as playing a sport? Or taking a walk? Don't get me wrong, I love a good game of Sudoku as much as the next gal, but I often wonder if I’m really helping my ... Read More >

Did you know that getting or not getting your seven to eight hours of sleep each night can effect your weight loss and stress management? On the flip side, did you know that not eating and exercising right can result in insomnia and other sleep issues? Most of us know that we need to avoid sugary foods and caffeine before bedtime but what you most likely didn't know is that there are foods and ... Read More >