Health & Fitness
Thirsty? Reach For The Tap
Say NO! to bottled water! That's the message - loud and clear - in 'The Story of Bottled Water' released today, March 22, 2010 - World Water Day. more
Simple, Low-cost Steps Enhance Adolescents’ Health
How much impact do you think wearing a pedometer or a few minutes of meditation a day have on an adolescent's health? If scientific research is to be believed - a lot! more
E-Waste: Time for Green Electronics and Take-Back Laws
Another great eye-opening film from the folks at The Story of Stuff. more
Sleep: It’s More Important Than You Think
Sleep. Most of us think of it as a luxury, or something we can scrimp on when necessary. This approach on the importance of sleep is hurting our health. Read what research from Stanford has to say. more
Thirsty? Reach For The Tap
Say NO! to bottled water! That's the message - loud and clear - in 'The Story of Bottled Water' released today, March 22, 2010 - World Water Day. more
Simple, Low-cost Steps Enhance Adolescents’ Health
How much impact do you think wearing a pedometer or a few minutes of meditation a day have on an adolescent's health? If scientific research is to be believed - a lot! more
Avoiding March Madness
Guest author Maureen P. Tillman has some valuable advice as high schools students meet with their guidance counselors this time of year to discuss their fall schedules. more
Timing of Parent and Child Communication About Sexuality
The current issue of 'Pediatrics' features the results of a longitudinal study on the timing of parent-child communication about sexual behavior. The conclusion? It's usually too little and too late. more
College with Confidence
What makes transitioning to college such a great experience for some students and so overwhelming for others? Guest author Maureen Tillman shares her thoughts and expertise. more
Redefining “Success” to Raise Healthier, Happier Kids
Sadly, "high stakes" and "high pressure" aptly describe the high school and college application/ admission experience for most teens today. more
How Much Sleep Do Your Kids Need?
A recent CNN article touted the benefits of enforcing a bedtime for kids. Duh. An earlier SmartBean link also pointed... more
The perfect recipe for meal preparation fatigue? Just add kids.
Healthy, fun to prepare, and your kids will like it? more
