By Family Features | Contributor All aspects of health are important, but heart health is a crucial component of overall well-being. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans but it doesn’t need to be – lifestyle choices play a key role in heart health and it’s never…
By Family Features | Contributor Before the end zone dances and sideline celebrations, settling in for a winning game day experience starts with delicious foods. Whether your football parties take place at home, in the backyard or right outside the stadium, kicking it off with savory appetizers can get the crowd on…
7 ways to break away from your desk and boost morale By Family Features | Contributor When the sun is shining and comfortable weather is calling you outdoors, focusing on tasks at work can become a challenge. Workdays are often long and strenuous, making that blue sky and fresh air…
By Family Features Between navigating store aisles and online sales for everything from clothes and shoes to supplies and sports equipment, back-to-school shopping can be a time-consuming – and expensive – endeavor. To help stay on budget while still getting everything you need, consider these tips from Vitaly Pecharsky, head of…
By Family Features | Contributor Between school, work and entertainment, there are times when screens can seem like a pervasive part of modern life. For all the positive aspects of technology, there can also be a desire for children to have stretches of unplugged learning and participate in educational activities…
By Family Features | Contributor Research shows anxiety, stress and depression can have a negative impact on physical health and may even increase the risk for heart disease and stroke. In fact, the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health, identified a strong…
By Family Features | Contributor If you have pets that enjoy spending time outdoors, it’s important to make sure your yard is a safe place for them to be. Consider these hazards that can negatively impact the well-being of your furry friends. Poisonous Plants – Some common plants can be dangerous…
By Family Features | Contributor Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some effort, but it’s a project even a beginner can tackle with ease….
By Family Feature / Dove Chocolate For many women, life is busy and moves at such a fast pace, it might seem to pass them by. Amid the hustle and bustle, it can be easy to forget to slow down to show encouragement and love toward influential women in your…