Type 2 Diabetes in Children
Type 2 diabetes is a growing health concern in children around the world. Learn the signs and symptoms, and how to prevent your child from getting it.Although type 1 diabetes is still more common in c
Holiday Mindfulness for Kids
Take time to slow down with your kids this holiday season. By teaching your kids mindful breathing and a few yoga poses, your whole family can share the spirit of the season.What happens to your famil
Scent of a Shopper: What Smell Motivates People to Buy?
Can a scent motivate shoppers to buy? Researchers have found that a simple orange scent gets shoppers to open up their wallets.It’s that time of year when retail stores are decked out for the holidays
Could Reducing Salt Help Kids Lose Weight?
Studies suggest that children who eat salty snacks look for sugary drinks to wash them down. Researchers believe cutting down on salty snacks would help fight obesity.Another study, this one in Austra
Last-Minute Shopping to Do? Go With Your Gut
Still have some big decisions to make before Christmas? Trust your intuition for the best results.Still have some last minute holiday shopping to do? Experts suggest that gut decisions are really the
Encouraging Kindness in Children May Lead to Less Bullying
Can we reduce bullying simply by encouraging small acts of kindness? A new study suggests performing acts of kindness boosts happiness that helps counteract bullying.How can we reduce bullying among c
Kids at School Need Time to Play
Recess offers children time to recoup, which helps them perform better in the classroom.Ask any child what their favourite part of school is, and they’re likely to respond, “Recess!” Now, even doctors
12 Months of Wellness
In February\'s 12 Months of Wellness series, the focus is on family. Improve family communication by sharing meal times, reconnecting , and letting your loved ones know you care.After focusing on nutri
#2013alive: Kick Off February by Letting Your Loved Ones Know You Care
Its month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness! This week we focus on letting our loved ones know we care.It’s month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness, and this month we focus on creating heal
#2013alive: How Are You Letting Your Loved Ones Know You Care?
Its month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness! How are you showing your loved ones you care?We’re into month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness, and for those of you who read my blog post on M
