Avoiding Drug Interactions
A lot of us take multiple medications, often combining prescription and over-the-counter medicines with vitamins and herbal supplements. While medications are important for staying healthy, taking certain medications together can sometimes cause serious side effects. more
Melatonin for Kids? Not So Fast
Thinking about giving melatonin to your child? Read this first. more
Medication Safety for Pets
You probably take steps to keep your medications out of the reach of children, but what about your pets? more
The Power of Reflection and 3 Ways to Practice It
The coming of a new year is a great time to look forward. But it's also a great time to look inward. more
How Diet Can Affect Pregnancy
A healthy diet before and during your pregnancy may provide some big benefits. more
Teaching Kids to Brush Their Teeth
As an adult, brushing your teeth is something you could probably do with your eyes closed. But for kids, this twice-daily task isn't so simple. more
Eat Less Sat: 8 Quick Tips
Many Americans tend to eat more than 30 percent of the recommended daily amount of sodium. more
Traditional Chinese Medicine 101
Traditional Chinese medicine covers a wide variety of practices meant to improve health and quality of life. But is it safe? Does it work? more
Understanding Food Labels
We see nutrition labels every day on nearly everything we eat. But what good are they if we don’t understand what we’re actually eating? more
Migraines: What You Need to Know
Migraines aren't just a painful problem — they're a huge problem. more