Weight Management

"Dash" The Salt Habit for Better Health

High blood pressure, hypertension and a list of other health related issues can be attributed to too much salt in your diet. Many Americans are becoming more food shopping savvy and looking at the sodium content on labels in order to improve their health.

Move Over Popcorn - Healthier Concessions Could be Coming to a Theater Near You

Lights, camera, action…there is nothing more exciting than going to the movies and seeing the latest drama, chick flick or action-packed adventure. But while we marvel at the phenomenal shape the actors have attained for their roles, we could literally roll out of our seat after consuming thousands of calories in popcorn, candy and soda.

WiFi Personal Scale Integrated with Google Health

It seems that we now live our lives constantly connected. With the boom in social media we are able to give followers constant updates on our busy lives, whether they are interested or not. Now, we can even give a running commentary on our weight loss (or gain!). If you are a gadget lover and a health fanatic, then this is a must-have for you.

Michelle Obama faces off today against companies that bring your kids junk food

Today, in this corner: The companies that bring us cookies and cola, potato chips and dip, super sizes and big bags and giant gulps.

In the opposite corner: None other than Michelle Obama, the first lady of the United States, who is determined to make a difference in childhood obesity.

Eating Disorders Breed A Wicked Strength

It’s been two weeks since National Eating Disorder Awareness week and the excitement of body image awareness has dissipated. As expected, people are still discussing new and innovative ways to curb their body fat, lower their dress size, and feeling more secure in their figure - yet - where does the fight end?

Top Five Bodyweight Leg Exercises

The key to bodyweight leg exercises is that you don’t use weights. Many people think that you must lift heavy weights to grow and shape your leg muscles. That is simply not true. Your body weight provides adequate resistance to help you build muscle and burn fat on your lower body.