27 March
An overweight child has an increased risk of becoming an overweight adult. Overweight children and adolescents are also at higher risk of developing a poor body image, which may lead to disordered eating. Potential health risks include hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and elevated triglyceride and cholesterol levels. Learn more about the psychological and physiological effects of obesity, and what can be done [...]
27 March
In today’s economy it’s important to watch your money and what you spend it on. Tightening up the family budget doesn’t mean you can’t still afford to eat healthy meals that include steak, chicken and pork chops. As this article from eatright.org points out, one serving of meat is three ounces, the size of a deck of [...]
27 March
I consider myself a brilliant party planner when it comes to my children’s birthday bashes. I’ve organized a luau, carnival, and dress-up party, among others. Being that I am a fitness professional, it only seems natural that eventually I will be planning a fitness-focused fiesta. Let’s face it…kids have a great deal of energy, and [...]
