5 Hacks for Healthy Holiday Eating
Thanksgiving is almost here, and the December holidays are close on its heels. I don’t know about you, but I get a little stressed [...]
An Anxious Generation: Anxiety in Teens and Young Adults
Adults with jobs and family responsibilities may long for the carefree days of youth, but studies show that today’s young adults have plenty of [...]
De-Escalating Stress For Improved Mental Health
After two years of living with the COVID-19 pandemic, people are feeling stressed. We have less patience for slights that we used to shrug [...]
Supporting Children Amidst a Backdrop of Gun Violence
Like many U.S. cities, Philadelphia is struggling with a rising tide of gun violence. During this calendar year alone, there were 957 nonfatal and [...]
4 Simple Sun Safety Tips
I love nearly everything about the summer — long, sunny days; hot afternoons at the beach; hiking and swimming with my dog; spending time [...]
What to Expect When Meeting with a Nutritionist: Pregnancy and Nutrition
While fueling your body with good nutrients is always important, it’s especially important when you’re expecting. I am currently pregnant with a little girl [...]
Be Vigilant to Prevent Child Abuse
Sadly, some 4 million cases of child abuse are reported each year in the United States. In Pennsylvania, a total of 32,919 cases of [...]
Anxiety, the Pandemic, and You: Overcoming Mental Health Issues Due to COVID-19
Do you recall the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in spring 2020? Many of us were locked down in our homes. Those who [...]
Virtual Small Group Training: Women and Weights
We're bringing you the expertise of instructor-led training, the attention of small group classes, and the convenience of at-home workouts. Introducing: Women & Weights Small [...]
Let’s Talk Nutrition: The Basics of Healthy Eating
Eating well is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and overall good health. It reduces your risk for many diseases, supports your muscles, [...]
Ten Tips for Coping With Concern Over a Child’s Weight
Childhood obesity is a significant health problem in the United States. It’s more and more common, and it has only gotten worse during the [...]
Volunteer for Better Mental Health, Virtually
If you think the pandemic means that you can’t safely volunteer, think again! There are many ways to donate your time and talents virtually [...]
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