Searching for a fun fall getaway? Check out the myriad outdoor activities awaiting at Alabama’s state parks. From the Mobile Delta in south to the mountains and waterfalls in the northeast corner of the state, there are plenty of fresh-air adventures to be had. Here are a few of our favorites. Cathedral Caverns State Park, … Read More
Does your child have a hard time concentrating in school, getting through the day without an energy crash or just can’t seem to remember anything? Food could be your culprit. The wrong food, that is. Whether it’s at breakfast, lunch or dinner, fueling your body with the right foods can make a huge difference in … Read More
In 2012, the Centers for Disease Control reported approximately 18.1 percent of the U.S. population (or 42.1 million adults) smoked. It’s a staggering number, and the health risks these people will face are, by now, well-rehearsed. But if you think you are immune from lung cancer, heart disease or stroke because you don’t smoke, think … Read More
When you hear the word acupuncture, you may picture Hellraiser, that freaky horror-flick guy with hundreds of needles sticking out of his head. But is acupuncture really that scary? Not when you understand it. What Does it Do? Acupuncture uses small, thin needles to promote the body’s natural healing ability and to improve its overall … Read More
We all know the health benefits of walking. But equally impactful is the power of being in nature and becoming “in tune” with our bodies and the beautiful, serene world around us. Here are four terrific hiking spots in our area that will do just the trick. Lanark and the Alabama Wildlife Federation, Millbrook The Alabama … Read More
Poor desk posture can cause an array of aches and pains. Wake up. Get ready and dressed. Go to work. Sit at your desk or stay behind the wheel all day. If you are like most people in modern society, this is a typical day. No big deal, right? Well, day in and day out … Read More
Spring has sprung! There are so many things to love about this season that’s all too short in the Deep South. Soon, it will be 90 degrees in the shade down here, keeping most of us hiding indoors in our AC. But for now, the temps are mild, the sky is impossibly blue, flowers are … Read More
There are plenty of reasons people run a 5K: supporting a charity, spending time with friends, getting healthy or maybe finding the satisfaction that comes with reaching a goal. But getting started can sometimes be the hardest part. And while there are many different approaches to beginning, here are a few tips to increase your likelihood … Read More
Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October may come once a year, but with one in eight women being diagnosed with breast cancer annually, this is a topic that’s worth discussing year-round. During October, you wear the pink and hear the statistics, but you think, “it will never happen to me,” and you move on with your … Read More
If you’re hungry for a home-cooked dish but basically all cooked out after the holidays, consider whipping up a big batch of soup. These liquid meals are one-pot wonders that you can usually put together pretty quickly, easily make enough to freeze for later and clean up in a jiffy. While there are almost endless … Read More