Health & Fitness

Statistics show that approximately 84 million American adults — more than 1 out of 3 — have prediabetes. The good news is that it is reversible. You can prevent or delay prediabetes from developing into type 2 diabetes with...

During this time of COVID-19, domestic violence has increased within the Tri-state area and across the nation due to social distancing and staying at home. You are not alone! Many organizations are here to support you: Hope’s Door: www.hopesdoorny.org My Sister’s Place: www.MSPNY.org New...

It’s tough enough being a teen without having to navigate a global pandemic. That’s why the non-profit Be Strong and LG Electronics USA have partnered to help teens spread happiness in Westchester County and across America. In a normal year,...

Over the holiday break, my 5-year-old daughter ended up having surgery. It was not a surgery planned well in advance; we had only had an appointment with the ENT a week prior to the surgery. We decided to move forward...

Trigger warning. This may be difficult for some people to read, especially if you’ve experienced pregnancy loss. This is also written from my personal experience and perspective. I am not a medical professional. Do you know about the MTHFR...

I have always been a somewhat healthy person. I use that word very loosely. I am not an organic-only, vegan-only, all-natural type of girl. I'm far from it, actually. Give me a pure fat, juicy burger with an extra...

We will never achieve true vitality if we can’t control our stress and anxiety. I learned this the hard way, after becoming a mom and finding myself drowning in my anxiety for the first time in my life. Yes,...

Charles M. Schulz once said, "All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt." On September 29th, I ventured into New York City to attend the Big Chocolate Show. This show is New York’s...

For my plate, Turkey Day doesn’t revolve around the turkey. I like turkey, don’t get me wrong. But the sides served on Thanksgiving are what I really like to gorge on. Sweet potato casserole (with pecans, NOT marshmallows) and...

A few months ago, I was having trouble sleeping, even before the pandemic. As someone who cannot function without sleep, I was looking for ways to improve my sleep.  I came across the idea of sleeping with a weighted...