Sleeping problems hurt women`s hearts

Posted on April 22nd, 2008

Sleep deprivation – every parent with infants knows how it feels. Especially moms. I used to be a good sleeper – until I had kids. Even after my twins started sleeping through, I continued to have problems falling asleep and sleeping through. Worse I became such a light sleeper that I woke at the slightest [...]

Walk a Million for Heart Disease

Posted on April 15th, 2008

Still trying to lose that baby weight? Every magazine on the newsstand seems to tout a new way to “walk off the weight.” But you know what? Combined with a healthy diet filled with lots of fruits, veggies and whole grains, walking really does work!
Walking is also the perfect exercise during pregnancy. The American College [...]

Lots of exercise and a little bit of alcohol to keep the doctor away

Posted on February 8th, 2008

Physical activity is good for your health. This we know. Moderate alcohol intake is said to be healthy, too. So what do you get when you combine these 2 together?
A Danish study tells us that lots of exercise and a little bit of alcohol may actually be the perfect recipe to a long life. The [...]