Healthy Living

Supermodel YOU: An interview with model and author Sarah DeAnna

Heather Barnett — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 03:24:00 -0700

In her new book Supermodel YOU, international supermodel Sarah DeAnna tells us how she maintains her gorgeous supermodel looks in a healthy way — and teaches us to do it, too!

Top 5 nutrition books

Sarah Brooks — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:34:00 -0800

As convenient as it is to Google everything we need nowadays, when it comes to your health and nutrition, it’s best to go straight to the experts. We found the best nutrition books you’ll want to keep on hand to help with all your health-related questions and concerns.

Women's health: These little changes reap big benefits

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 03:52:00 -0800

It's tempting to make huge health changes — a complete diet overhaul or abandoning a whole category of foods. But sometimes it's the little things — like trading the chips for a salad at lunch — that make the biggest difference. It's true: Little changes can have big results in your health. The key is to be consistent in your changes and stick with them.

4 Weekend detox diets that work

Tracy E. Hopkins — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 03:00:00 -0800

Although most doctors think they’re unnecessary and often unsafe, detox diets to eliminate harmful toxins from the body are still all the rage. Barring extreme fasts like the Master Cleanse , do detox diets that include a balance of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fiber and lean protein work? We picked four different regimens you can try over the weekend and judge for yourself.

Dr. Raj's simple ways to improve your health in 2013

Sarah Brooks — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 03:54:00 -0800

Dr. Roshina Raj shares her tips on improving your health in 2013 and maintaining those New Year’s resolutions. Created specifically for SheKnows readers, these tips are sure to enhance your overall health.

Diet strategies for women on the go

Michele Borboa, MS — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 03:34:00 -0800

You've managed to keep your New Year's resolution to eat balanced, healthy meals at home, yet your schedule has you meeting friends for lunch, feeding your kids drive-through food on the way to after-school events and relying on airport food while traveling for work. Sticking to a sensible diet is certainly easier in the comfort of your own kitchen, but that doesn't mean you need to kick your New Year's diet resolution to the curb when you are on the go. Here are some delicious and nutritious strategies to keep you eating healthy meals at restaurants, airports and more.

6 Tips for women's brain health

Dr. Deborah Yurgelun-Todd — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 12:15:00 -0800

Recent news reports say that stress might cause women’s brains to age more rapidly. Add that to nutrient-deficient diets, lack of exercise and daily exposure to toxins and it’s a perfect storm for mental function decline. But there are steps women can take to keep theirs brain active, strong and healthy.

Anti-aging tips for women of every age

Kristin Chessman — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:55:00 -0700

Though we can’t exactly escape the aging process, that doesn’t mean we can’t put up a good fight. Get ready for battle with the help of these anti-aging tips that will slow down the clock no matter what your age.

10 Superfoods for your holiday health

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 05:40:00 -0700

With the holidays approaching, you're either dieting now in hopes of compensating for the weight you usually gain during the festive season or you're already wondering what post-holiday plan you're going to adopt to whittle your waist. Instead of restricting your food intake and feeling deprived and punished, ChicagoHealers.com practitioner Dr. Kristen Bobik suggests starting a superfoods diet that lets you eat more -- more of the foods that will help you lose weight and feel great.

Go back to basics with health and fitness this fall

Jessica Padykula — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 03:52:00 -0700

Fall is the perfect time to take stock of your fitness routine and go back to basics. Whether you’re stuck in a fitness rut, can’t seem to drop that last five pounds or you’ve fallen clean off the healthy eating bandwagon, now is an ideal time to refocus on your health and put a fresh plan into place.

6 Must-have health and fitness apps for your iPhone 5

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 12:37:00 -0700

The wait for the iPhone 5 is over and, if you’re one of millions of people to already get your hands on it, you’re no doubt looking for the best apps to help you reach your health and fitness goals. From de-stressing and working out to dieting and healthy cooking, download these six must-have apps.

Fitness technology for your best body

Patricia Conte — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 04:24:00 -0700

Pairing fitness with technology doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, all you need is a little assistance to help you reach your best body. Check out some ways you can reach your fitness goals through technology.

Celiac disease: Actress Jennifer Esposito on living gluten-free

Karen Hawthorne — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:56:00 -0700

Blue Bloods actress Jennifer Esposito suffered from multiple symptoms — headache, fatigue, exhaustion, nausea — and sought out doctor after doctor to find out what was wrong. When she was told she had celiac disease, a digestive disorder that damages the small intestine and interferes with the absorption of nutrients from food, she had no idea what she needed to do next to feel better. Now she's living a healthy, gluten-free life and she's founded a charity, Jennifer's Way Foundation for Celiac Education. Here's our Q&A with the actress.

Anti-aging: Eat and drink your way to feeling youthful

Patricia Conte — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:15:00 -0700

Several components included in living – and maintaining – a healthy life can help thwart the aging process. Think exercise for the body and mind, and eating a healthy diet that includes proper hydration too. Anti-aging doesn’t come with a quick fix, so it’s important to consider your lifestyle today!

Get a bangin' bod with Charles LaSalle

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 09:04:00 -0700

One of the most effective tools for combatting the current obesity epidemic is education. The more you know about how to get -- and stay -- healthy, the more likely you are to make smart choices about your health. A new book aims to give people the tools they need to build strong, healthy bodies in a way that’s accessible to people of all ages, income and fitness levels. Fitness expert, motivational speaker and founder of New York’s City Gym Boys, Charles LaSalle used his passion for fitness to produce the ultimate workout guide: Get A Bangin’ Body.

Why women who diet often gain weight

Karen Hawthorne — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:29:00 -0700

Enough with the calorie-counting and punishing workouts — our preoccupation with diet and weight is taking its toll, one expert says. Marsha J. Hudnall, dietitian, author and owner of women's health retreat Green Mountain at Fox Run, is out to end the yo-yo dieting struggle and help women make long-term healthy lifestyle changes.

Olympics star Kerri Walsh talks healthy living

Linda Melone, CSCS — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:51:00 -0700

Think you have what it takes to make it into the Olympics? Try on Kerri Walsh's routine for size. The two-time Olympic gold medalist and volleyball superstar trains on the beach , does Pilates, runs track and lifts weights two times a week. And that's just the beginning. Here's what Walsh tells SheKnows about living a healthy lifestyle and how she's preparing for this year's Olympics in London -- with tips on how you can ramp up your own healthy eating and exercise routines.

3 Tips for meeting your daily veggie quota

Naomi de la Torre — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 -0700

If you’re like most Americans, you have a love-hate relationship with vegetables. Okay, fine. Hate-hate. Maybe you grew up eating nothing but withered veggies from a can. Maybe you were forced to eat everything on your plate, including the Brussels sprouts that tasted like dirty gym socks. But take heed because veggies don’t have to be gross to be good for you. Read on for the top three tips for meeting your daily veggie quota. And get ready to fall in love with vegetables for the very first time.

Why you should burn 500 calories this week

Linda Melone, CSCS — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 04:34:00 -0700

You're burning calories as you read this article. Whether or not you burn off all the calories in that giant cinnamon bun you ate for breakfast depends on a few factors, including what you do besides sitting at your computer. We're here to motivate you to get out of your easy chair and burn 500 calories this week. Your health depends on it!

Skin care, diet, lifestyle: A holistic anti-aging approach

Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 01:05:00 -0700

You can buy a million products that promise younger, healthier-looking skin, but if you're not taking care of your skin holistically, there's only so much that those products can do. To keep your skin looking youthful for years, makeover your skincare routine with a holistic, anti-aging approach that targets diet and lifestyle change. You may be surprised - it's easier than you think!

Fit at 50: Women's health tips to embrace your age

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 08:56:00 -0700

Getting older does not mean you'll soon be stuck in a rocking chair watching all the young people pass you by. Take care of your health and you can lead an active life at any age. Cardiac nurse practitioner Mary Kathryn Macklin, MSN, author of Women: Fit at Fifty, shares 10 health tips for women to shape up, stay fit and ward off age-related disease.