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Gourmet tailgating recipes

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:15:00 -0700

Just because hot dogs, hot wings and burgers are classic tailgating fare doesn't mean you're stuck eating the same unoriginal game day food that everyone else is putting on their plates. We've got some gourmet tailgating recipes that are just as easy to prepare and will make you reign supreme as the tailgating food queen.

Fall fitness fashion trends

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:29:00 -0700

Stop working out in those unflattering baggy sweats and too-tight sports bras that pinch your skin . Style, functionality and comfort is “in” for fall fitness fashion. We talked with Kim Parker, director of women’s training at adidas, to get the scoop on the fitness attire we should be wearing when we sweat.

Shark fin ban in California

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 10:45:00 -0700

The debate over shark fins is getting deeper in California. The Huffington Post recently reported that California's Legislature sent Governor Jerry Brown a bill seeking to ban the sale, trade or possession of shark fins on Tuesday. This was met with opposition from two senators who call the measure racist because of shark fins being used in Asian cuisine.

Top 10 craziest eating habits

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:20:00 -0700

Anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder are well-known eating disorders but there are many disordered eating patterns that may surprise you. If you've tuned in to TLC's Freaky Eaters with JJ Virgin, you've seen some of the strangest eating habits around, such as obsessively eating cornstarch or putting tartar sauce on everything. Relying on just a few foods or eating things that aren't even considered edible can set you up for a wide range of health problems. Here are a few other crazy eating habits.

Expert tips for dorm room décor

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:30:00 -0700

Want to be the dorm decorating envy among your new college friends? New Jersey-based Blanche Garcia, licensed interior designer and principal of B. garcia designs, shares her dorm decorating tips for you and your new dorm roomie.

Why are food allergies among children on the rise?

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 01:25:00 -0700

With kids going back to school, parents of kids with food allergies have to be ever more vigilant about keeping their children safe from allergens. A recent study in Pediatrics showed that food allergies among children are increasing and becoming more severe. Since experts still don’t have a clear understanding of the increase in childhood food allergies, the National Children's Study was recently launched to find the reasons for this and other childhood health conditions. Here’s what Dena Herman, PhD, MPH, RD, and co-director of the NCS, has to say about pediatric food allergies.

Former soap actress Kim Zimmer talks health and happiness

Michele Borboa, MS — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 02:36:00 -0700

The landscape of daytime television will dramatically change next year when soap operas All My Children and One Life to Live go off the air, cancelled after more than 40 years on television. No one knows what the demise of these shows will mean for television and for the affected actors better than Guiding Light veteran and one of daytime’s favorites, Kim Zimmer. We caught up with Zimmer, who just released I’m Just Sayin'!: Three Deaths, Seven Husbands, and a Clone! My Life as a Daytime Diva , to talk with her about her life and lessons she’s learned.

Mood foods: 5 Healthy foods to improve your mood

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:26:00 -0700

How many times has that three-serving plate of creamy pasta really made you feel better? As with most high-carb, high-fat comfort foods , you probably feel a momentary mood boost, only to have it plunge into more despair when your stomach is too full and you know you’ve blown your diet. Next time your emotions make a turn for the worst, nosh on these five healthy mood foods.

Eat your energy foods

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 02:08:00 -0700

That 10 a.m. or 3 p.m. slump has hit and you’d rather take a nap than meet your trainer for your weekly workout. Though many people complain about hitting a daily energy lull that hinders them from a full functioning day, you don’t have to join them. Incorporate the following energy foods in your diet and you’ll find you can power through your day without getting the nods.

Is coconut water good for you?

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:15:00 -0700

With its cultish celebrity following, coconut water has become the new go-to for thirsty health nuts. Celebs such as Rihanna, Madonna, Courteney Cox, and Mischa Barton are public supporters of the drink, but new research indicates coconut water may not be the health elixir it and its followers claim it to be.

Juicing recipes: Juicing for your health

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 06:00:00 -0700

With Dr Oz touting his veggie-dense green drink and the increased interest in raw food recipes, juicing is becoming a popular trend among the health conscious. Here are reasons to add juicing to your diet and a few nutritionally potent juicing recipes.

Send your child to college with healthy eating habits

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 06:00:00 -0700

Your child is packing up to head to college -- and along with that sad tug in your heart, you feel concern for her health now that she will be fending for herself when it comes to her diet. We turned to Iva Young, author of Healthy Mom and mom of two, to see how moms can send their children off to college with healthy eating habits. Here’s what the health expert had to say.

Food Network: Shark is off the menu

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:03:00 -0700

If you’re planning your two to three servings of fish for the week, don’t count on going to FoodNetwork.com for any recipes featuring shark meat. Thanks to a successful Internet campaign promoting shark conservation, the Food Network has removed all shark meat recipes from their website.

Health care: 5 Tips for saving money

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:07:00 -0700

With unemployment hovering at nine percent, credit and stock markets imploding and the cost of living rising, people are looking to cut their own spending and save money in every way imaginable. Health care isn't cheap, but it's even more costly to go without it, in case of an accident or when illness strikes. Many people forgo medication and doctor's visits, and even skip preventive health care services due to financial strain. The good news is there are a growing number of companies looking to change the health care game by empowering consumers with cost-effective ways to manage their health care needs. Here are five low-cost health care supports and services you can find online.

5 Furry furniture finds for the comfort seeker

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:45:00 -0700

Could there be anything more indulgently relaxing than sinking into a couch that not only offers cushy comfort but also sends waves of pleasure through you as you run your fingers over the fabric? Though you probably don't want to decorate your home in full fur style, having one or two furry-fabric furnishings can give you instant comfort when you need to escape.

Home décor: Bring the beach home

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Whether your style goes with the ocean view from your window or you simply want to bring the beach home with you after a seaside vacation, these coastal-themed home accessories will give your living space that coveted salt-kissed, marine feel.

Paula Deen to judge HGTV's Dream Kitchen Challenge

Michele Borboa, MS — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:30:00 -0700

Known for her Southern charm and cooking, Food Network star Paula Deen is dropping by HGTV Design Star next week to judge the Dream Kitchen Challenge. You may know her best for her many mouthwatering cookbooks and the Food Network show Paula's Home Cooking, but this Southern lady also has a knack for home design, particularly when it comes to comfortable yet stylish furnishings.

Healthy pregnancy: Can you have one in your 40s?

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:31:00 -0700

With more celebrities, like Jewel and Victoria Beckham, having babies in their late 30s and beyond, more women in general are getting pregnant later in life. But just because a few high-profile women have healthy pregnancies doesn’t mean pregnancy at an older age is risk-free to mom or baby. We talked with Fit Pregnancy editor-in-chief Peg Moline about the trend of women getting pregnant in their 30s and 40s and what women need to know if they are considering conceiving later in life.

Healthy cooking tips from chef athlete Meg Galvin

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:12:00 -0700

Can you really be an athlete and a Cordon Bleu-trained chef? You can if you’re chef Meg Galvin, a marathon runner and one of only 20 female World Master Chefs. And, no, Chef Meg doesn’t run marathons just to burn off all the calories she consumes from the traditional French recipes under her belt. She has dedicated her career to creating healthy – and great-tasting – recipes, and is the healthy chef for SparkPeople.com, America’s largest weight-loss website. Here’s more on the chef athlete and her healthy cooking tips.

Alice in Wonderland-inspired home décor

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:00:00 -0700

Even if you can't literally live in a fairytale world, you can still decorate your home so it's a fairytale haven. When reality is giving you the blues, this Alice in Wonderland-inspired home décor will turn your living space into a whimsical place that gives you a marvelous escape.