Food Reward Friday

This week's lucky "winner"... Lay's milk chocolate-dipped potato chips!! Read more »

Mad? Make it Work For You

Argg!  Ugg! No way!! Those exclamations could accompany a feeling of anger.  Of course, there can be hair pulling, teeth grinding, feet stom...

A New Understanding of an Old "Obesity Gene"

As you know if you've been following this blog for a while, obesity risk has a strong genetic component .  Genome-wide association studi...

Simple Switch: Cleaning Out Your Pot Rack

I recognize that the simple switch I am introducing in my monthly feature this time is not exactly  so simple.  Suggesting to switch out you...

Nine Ways to Improve Your Thyroid Health

That tiny little nugget in the front of our neck has a big job.  That thyroid gland helps regulate a lot, and it really is not a stretch to ...

Creating Salads Without Lettuce

Certainly a tossed green salad is a "go to" in most households when creating a meal.  It just about goes with everything adding th...

Health Clicks: Anywhere, Anytime Picnics

A gorgeous, balmy sunny day in a grassy park.  A lovely evening concert under the stars.  Along the sandy coast with the waves crashing near...