Ever noticed how the onset of winter weather tends to increase the frequency of illness? While weather does play a role, it is not the direct cause. Rather, place blame on the true culprits causing your illness, for example rhinovirus (common cold) and influenza virus (flu). The connection between winter and illness The connection lies […]
Weight Maintenance Through the Holidays
It’s no secret that making healthy choices over the holidays is challenging, everything from travel to social engagements, baking, hosting and gift giving. For many, there is also the lingering question of how to plan for the onslaught of food and beverages. As such, this is typically not the ideal time of year to focus […]
Feeding Strategies for the Active Child
It’s September and that means school is back in session and fall sports are underway. Between the energy demands of normal growth and added physical activity, it may seem as though your child has a bottomless pit for a stomach. As a busy parent, it can be tempting to feed your hungry child with whatever […]