You’ve heard it a million times: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It turns out that may not actually be true, but most of us still feel better when we start the day with a good breakfast. If you’re someone who would normally opt to down a coffee and grab a granola […]
We lead stressful lives these days, and it only builds as mobile devices increasingly demand our time, working hours never seem to end, family responsibilities continue to grow, and health issues require attention. Stress isn’t just unpleasant though — it can wreak havoc on your body and your health. Dr. Justin Levisay, cardiologist at NorthShore University […]
You know carrots are great for your eyes and that milk does wonders for your bones, but what about your brain? A diet filled with nutrient-rich foods can be a game-changer for your brain, improving your decision-making and problem-solving skills, as well as sharpening your focus and boosting your memory, explains Matthew Kuchan, Ph.D., lead scientist and […]
Deerfield resident and mother of four children Jill Feldman has a long and painful family history of lung cancer — two of her grandparents, her parents, and her aunt all died from the disease. After all of this tragedy, Feldman began to get involved in the LUNGevity Foundation, which was founded by seven Chicago-area lung […]
There are times — at night and during early mornings — when as a parent you understand the power of cathartic release provided by certain profane parodies of nighttime stories. Because your child … Just. Won’t. Go. To. Sleep. And that means you can’t get rest either. If you’re one of between 50 and 70 […]
There are times — at night and during early mornings — when as a parent you understand the power of cathartic release provided by certain profane parodies of nighttime stories. Because your child … Just. Won’t. Go. To. Sleep. And that means you can’t get rest either. If you’re one of between 50 and 70 […]
Just when the weather breaks and you’re finally able to enjoy the outdoors, that familiar, aggravating hum arrives. You can’t see them, but they’re there, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. You slap your ear, swat the air and ultimately let those pesky mosquitoes drive you back to the safety of the great indoors, the very place you […]
In the wake of the Flint, Michigan, crisis, parents across the country are thinking twice about the quality of the water that comes out of their faucets. Here’s how you can ensure yours is safe. You use it dozens of times a day — for showers, to make coffee or oatmeal, to rehydrate after a […]
Balance is a hot topic when it comes to fitness. Balance tools like Bosu, TRX and wobble boards, once limited to physical therapy, are now standard in health clubs and even home gyms. We generally worry about balance for our parents and grandparents. Falls are the leading cause of injuries among adults 65 years and older, […]
Balance is a hot topic when it comes to fitness. Balance tools like Bosu, TRX and wobble boards, once limited to physical therapy, are now standard in health clubs and even home gyms. We generally worry about balance for our parents and grandparents. Falls are the leading cause of injuries among adults 65 years and older, […]
