On the road? Plan ahead for such occasions by packing healthy snacks in your carry-on like trail mix, meal-substitute bars, nuts and fruit with tougher skins.
this week's poll
I am more likely to overeat foods high in fat, sugar and/or salt when I am:
last week's poll results
More than 50 percent of you are either working on it or succeeding in sticking to your New Year's resolutions. Way to go! Click here to find more tips on setting goals and staying on track.
breaking health news
- White House Alters Controversial Birth Control Rule
- Study Weighs Pros, Cons of Home or Hospital Birth
- Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart
- Everyday Foods Add Up to Major Salt Problems: CDC
- Women Wear Red on Friday to Highlight Heart Health
- Komen Breast Cancer Group Restores Planned Parenthood Funding
small steps to a healthier you
live and learn - this week's features
Your Sexual Self-Esteem
When you look into your partner's eyes, what do you see? Hopefully the answer is love, respect and support. Next, answer this question: Do you feel that you deserve those feelings?
Tips for Keeping Crohn's Disease in Check
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, you probably have a lot of questions. Get tips on diet, exercise and more.
Knowing When It's Time: Six Signs an Elderly Person Needs Assisted Living Arrangements
Signs that it's time to discuss options for caring for a loved one.
ask the expert
I’ve decided to formula-feed my baby and want to know if she's getting what she needs for healthy growth and development?
Can I feed my baby breast milk and have my husband and mother feed him formula when I'm at work? If so, how do I maintain my breast milk production?






