Categories
Why Getting a Good Night’s Sleep is Good for Your Brain
Will a good night’s sleep make you smarter? During waking hours the brain is absorbing new information. In order to add the freshly acquired information to the long-term memory banks […]
READ MORE
The 5 Best Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat More Vegetables
Let’s face it–even as adults, there are certain foods that we’d prefer to avoid. However, when it comes to picky eating, it’s fair to say that children really take the […]
READ MORE
10 Tips to Get Kids Cooking in the Kitchen
By Katie Johnson New research shows that the magic of cooking with kids extends beyond the kitchen to kids embracing healthy food choices and trying new dishes at the table. […]
READ MORE
Five Great Trail Activities and Their Health Benefits
This article was originally published on Jan. 17, 2015, on Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s national TrailBlog. If you are looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle, consider the old belief that it takes […]
READ MORE
Fundamentals of Youth Running
Kids are masters of surprise. Just when you think they are ready for a nap, they are bouncing off the walls ready for a new activity. As a partner of […]
READ MORE
How Menu Labeling Could Change Eating Out for Your Family
Time is a precious resource, and lack of it can often lead families to skip wholesome meals shared at the dinner table. Restaurants are a natural pick for supporting busy […]
READ MORE
Creating Environments That Support Physical Activity
We know that regular physical activity can help enhance and protect our health. Yet only about 1 in 4 of us gets the daily recommended amount! Are we lazy? Are […]
READ MORE
Get Fit in the Park
Outdoor fitness zones provide free workouts at parks, family time, and fun. Spring is in the air, and getting fit doesn’t necessarily mean you have to sweat it out inside […]
READ MORE
Don’t Do This If You Want Your Kids to Eat Nutritious Foods!
Have you ever tried to talk your young kids into eating something that’s good for them by telling them how “healthy” it is? If so, you may already know what […]
READ MORE
Golf: A Healthy Game To Play for a Lifetime
Suzy Whaley, PGA, LPGA, Secretary, PGA of America PGA Director of Instruction at Suzy Whaley Golf, Cromwell, Conn. Looking for a healthy and fun activity to enjoy with friends and […]
READ MORE