Thank You to Everest Nutrition Krill Oil for providing me free product in return for my honest review. Truth be told, Everest Nutrition Krill Oil is a “must have” in our daily diets as it is filled with vital nutrients the body needs to maintain our overall health and wellbeing. Omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential fatty acids and are necessary for human health but the body can’ t make them. You have to get them through food. Omega-3 fatty acids can {Read More}

With summer time fast approaching, parents are trying to come up with things to entertain their children. While everyone wants to have fun, there are serious things that should be taken care of while the children are out of school. Children’s health is on the top of every parent’s priority list. Summertime is the perfect time to get our kids healthy. MEDICAL Children should have yearly check-ups and physicals. Prevention is always the best medicine and a yearly physical can {Read More}

In today’s super busy world, I like many find that my diet is no longer what you could call healthy. While I have never been one to eat an excess of fatty foods, I do however find myself leaving out a necessary food group and often skip meals entirely. Lately I have noticed that my body is not as productive as it once was. As a mom, I love to blame that on my children keeping me stressed and busy {Read More}

Did you know that the latest probiotic research suggests that live-active cultures of these friendly bacteria can help to prevent and treat a wide variety of ailments? The word “probiotic” is a compound of two Greek words: “pro,” to signify promotion of and “biotic,” which means life. Their very definition is something that affirms life and health. Probiotics can help with a variety of different things including Women’s Health,  Allergies, Immunity and more. I recently had the opportunity to review ReNew {Read More}

Did you know that nearly half of all Americans take at least one supplement to improve health? That is a surprising number for someone like myself whom has until this last year not even considered women’s vitamins. As I age and my health deteriorates, I find that I am in a position of need. But how do I know which are the right ones? “Supplements can provide a base, an insurance of sorts, in case you don’t get certain nutrients {Read More}

Ah, the open road. So full of possibility. So full of adventure. So full of…whining. Yes, whether you’re exploring the wonders of the Grand Canyon or trying to quell a mid-Disney temper-tantrum, the joys and the perils of traveling with children abound. But, alas, seeing as how most of the biggest meltdowns revolve around fatigue or food, not all hope is lost. Just swapping that packet of dyed powdered sugar (looking at you, Pixie sticks) for an apple can go {Read More}

Up until 12 months of age the dietary needs of a child are rather different to those required after this age. In fact, after a child reaches one year of age, whole milk may replace formula feeding.  Children under the age of one year should not be given whole milk as it has been shown that this can cause low blood cell counts. However, it may be given in small quantities via foods such as cheeses (including cottage cheese) and {Read More}

Teens who are eating on the go may not be getting all of the vitamins and minerals they need to grow and develop properly. In fact, even teens with a well balanced diet may not be getting all the nutrients they need to reach their optimum health levels. Natural vitamin supplements can help ensure your teen is getting what they need to fuel their mind and body every day. Choosing Vitamins Choosing the right type of vitamin supplements can be {Read More}

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With the hot summer months upon us, what liquids should children be drinking, and how much should they drink?  Most of us hear a lot of talk about healthy eating, but what about healthy drinking?  Studies suggest that increased consumption of sweetened sodas and sport drinks is helping fuel the obesity epidemic among children and teens. “Most people would be really surprised if they knew how much sugar was in their favorite drink,” says Tamara Sheffield, MD, spokesperson for Intermountain {Read More}