August 10, 2020
Weights or Wait? For many parents of young athletes, the risks associate with strength training are an important concern. For example, training that increases muscle size […]
July 20, 2020
It seems the more we try to feed our families healthy foods, the more confused we get. Much of what’s considered “healthy” changes day to day […]
May 25, 2020
When life is stressful, finding a way to unwind is crucial. Grounding (or earthing) is a new method of reconnecting with the earth while possibly seeing some […]
May 18, 2020
As parents, we have countless decisions to make every day, especially when it comes to food. Some of these decisions center around questions regarding the health […]
February 26, 2020
Packing school lunches can start to become a “grab and dump” rather than an opportunity to encourage healthy eating habits and trying new foods. In order […]
August 22, 2018
UMass Lowell researcher weighs in on how to avoid hidden sources, make healthier choices to reduce health risks Sugar. Some people crave it. Others are wary […]
August 6, 2018
‘Food will be medicine’ in the future, says UMass Lowell researcher The next time you pick up that doughnut, consider this. There’s a war for survival […]
March 6, 2017
Dehydration can be a serious thing. As much fun as summer can be, there are some hidden dangers that can affect our children. In addition to […]
April 22, 2016
You’re sprawled out on the couch, one hand on the TV remote, the other hand digging into a half-empty bag of potato chips in between swigs […]
