Dine Out without Doing Yourself In

It's that time of the year when you're running around and don't really want to deal with making dinner. It just seems easier to pop into a local restaurant to grab a quick bite. Is it possible to do that while staying on your program? The amazing news is YES!

Lose the Baby Weight by Nursing!

A recent article in the New York Times touts the latest post-birth weight-loss trend -- nursing! While annoyingly skinny celeb mamas swear by its benefits, can it really work?

Busting Health Myths

Why is it that there is always some conflicting information about diet and fitness? One day you're supposed to eat grilled yak meat to shed pounds, and the next day it's going to kill you. Get the latest health info -- and find out whether it's fact or fiction.

Workout Baby!

Yes, You DO Have Time to Work Out!

Teach Your Kids to be Healthy in 8 Steps

Flirting with 40: Working Out

First on my list of things to work on as I flirt with 40 is getting in shape. There is nothing like seeing yourself on national TV and thinking "I know that is my face ... but whose body is it on?"

The Other F-Word

If I could have had three wishes in high school, they would have been: 1) to be thinner, 2) to be thinner, and 3) to be thinner. But how do I set a good example for my daughter?

Schools Ban Bake Sales: Say What?!

The New York City Board of Education has implemented a new policy banning bake sales in all of their schools in order to curb child obesity, among other reasons.

Sneaking Kids' Foods Is Ruining Your Diet!

I have a friend who is a mom and an addict -- but it's not what you think. Yesterday she called me and said, "Help me, JJ. I am a Goldfish-aholic." What kids' foods can you not live without?

The Best Tips for Keeping Your Family Fit!

Our online community has leaked the slyest secrets to keeping your family fit. We've found tricks to treat your family. Get crafty healthy recipes and clever exercise routines. Get up! Go out! Have fun!

Snuggies That SWEAT

Lifestyle marketing knows no bounds: a Snuggie fashion show, the Snuggie Sutra, and now ... the Snuggie sauna! Sort of.

Curb Your Cravings

OK, you're hungry and you have visions of chocolate molten lava cake with hot fudge sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream dancing in your head. Or maybe it's the salty chips and crackers that are seducing you from the pantry. Just what's behind this sneaky carb devil that shows up in your day, sticking his pointy fork in your belly?

Motorized Scooters Keep Your Fat Kid Fat

I was chunky growing up even though I played a lot of sports, so I know what that's like. It sucks.

Nine Snacks to Combat Cravings

If you find yourself nodding off at your desk, or slapping yourself in the face to stay awake behind the wheel mid-afternoon, you may well just be struggling with blood sugar imbalances due to insufficient nutrients -- or calories -- from your meals earlier in the day.

Got Energy?

You might be hooked on that little can of liquid energy, but there are other (and healthier) ways to get the same boost.

Skechers Shape-Ups: A Road Test

"Get in Shape Without Setting Foot in a Gym"?? SOLD. But do they work?

Slow Down to Slim Down!

Looking to drop some pounds? Read on -- our nutrition expert shares her secrets.