Trying to find good weight-loss advice can seem nearly impossible. One minute, researchers claim they’ve discovered a new superfood — and the next minute, a study comes out that asserts the exact opposite. As if losing weight wasn’t hard enough! But don’t despair — there are some pieces of solid advice that most, if not…

Molly Ringwald has spent her career starring in teen-driven movies and TV shows filled with fun fictional storylines. Now, she’s shining a light on a serious issue for adolescents in the real world: meningococcal meningitis.  The Breakfast Club actress has teamed up with the National Meningitis Association to raise awareness for the disease — and…

Age-related mental decline is a problem that can be life-altering, but it’s never too late to start making small changes that can help keep your brain cells safe. In fact, new research suggests that adding one tasty snack to your daily routine can make all the difference in helping you protect your brain and ward…

Getting enough vitamins and nutrients is one of the main ways we can protect ourselves from disease and illness as we get older. But when it comes to knowing exactly how much you need, things can get a bit tricky. Luckily, there are some symptoms you can look out for which may signal that you…

Last year, in my early 50s and perimenopausal, I lost 20 pounds. I did this the old-fashioned way — by eating less and exercising more — and I enjoyed feeling my muscles become stronger and my jeans become looser. I never took my measurements, so I’m not sure what my waist size was at the…

While fall is a beautiful time of the year, it can bring about bothersome health woes include aches and pains, cuts, and itchy eyes. Thankfully, all you have to do is reach in your kitchen cabinet for relief with these six natural cures that use everyday pantry staples! Slashes Stress: Simmering Spices It’s not just…

It’s official — a review of more than 80 studies suggests that raising your intake of the right fats sends your risk of heart disease, weight problems, diabetes, and other health hassles plunging as much as 50 percent. Butter helps keep your heart ticking. Butter consumption has shot up 36 percent in the last few…

These days, it’s far too easy to compare your postpartum or perimenopause journey to that of other women on social media. Instagram often makes it seem like women have it all together, from the filters they choose to their perfectly composed captions. However, we aren’t here to point the finger. The blame doesn’t lie on…

Having your cake and eating it too is the dream, especially when you’re trying to lose weight and sugar cravings hit. You might think you need to avoid sweet snacks, but it turns out you can still enjoy them with baobab fruit powder! Packed with nutrients and antioxidants, it also provides numerous health benefits while…