Posts filed under Health

Q&A with Modern Family’s Julie Bowen

Thursday, October 4th, 2012
by Maria Masters

julie bowen_sm Julie Bowen is best known for her comedic turn on the hit ABC show Modern Family, but this fall, she’s also taking center stage for a serious reason: Recently, the two-time Emmy-winning actress has been speaking up about anaphylaxis, a life-threatening type of allergic reaction. After Bowen discovered that... Read More >

Categories: Family Life, Health, Parenting Teens & Tweens

Healthy Eating Tips from Jillian Michaels

Thursday, October 4th, 2012
by Caren Oppenheim

jillian michaels   Jillian Michaels is known for her tough-as-nails role on NBC’s The Biggest Loser (after a brief break from the show, she’s returning for the new season in January) and for her best-selling books and DVDs. But in real life, she’s basking... Read More >

Categories: Family Life, Health, Parenting Teens & Tweens

5 Things Every Teen Should Know About Sex

Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012
by Lynya-Floyd

Couple in bed In our November “Sex Talk” feature, we offered up dozens of ways to get that important dialogue going with your kid. Looking for more conversation starters? Try these five  things every teen should know about sex. 1.... Read More >

Categories: Health, Parenting Teens & Tweens, The Sex Talk

The Sex Talk Dilemma

Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012
by Lynya-Floyd

the sex talk I want to share a surprising story about teens and sex with you—one that influenced our partnership with Planned Parenthood to carry out a groundbreaking survey on The Sex Talk. Last year I was a guest on “Doctor Radio,” New York University’s SiriusXM show, when a concerned mother called in. She told... Read More >

Categories: Health, Parenting Teens & Tweens, The Sex Talk

7 Diet-Friendly Halloween Party Treats

Monday, October 1st, 2012
by Irina Gonzalez

3-caramelcorn I love Autumn. I really, really do. I love the clothes, I love the food, I love everything! Well, except for the obvious Holiday weight gain. To be honest, Halloween is and has always been my favorite Holiday--but how do I stay a diet success while indulging in candy, desserts and more sweets? Well, these slightly-better-for-you treats are just the thing! From some delicious... Read More >

Categories: Diet Success, Health