Is it Broken or Just a Sprain?

Is it Broken or Just a Sprain?

by Susannah Wollman How to know if the injury is a break or a sprain and what to do about it. You hear a crash from your kid’s room followed by a yowl of pain. You see your daughter crumple on the soccer field. Your toddler falls over the back of the couch and her...
Responsible Kids: Where Do They Come From?

Responsible Kids: Where Do They Come From?

by Susannah Wollman Do you ever wonder if other people know a secret about raising kids that you missed out on? Maybe your friend’s teenager empties the dishwasher without being asked or you notice a toddler in the park run to put a banana peel in the trash can. Where...
Water—Why You Need to Drink More

Water—Why You Need to Drink More

by Susannah Wollman Everyone says you need to drink more water. Water is called an essential nutrient because our need for it surpasses our body’s ability to produce it. But you drink coffee, tea, and the occasional soda, so why is water so important? There are quite...
Protein is King

Protein is King

by Susannah Wollman Most health professionals agree that an adequate intake of protein is important for good health. But what is an adequate amount? And what happens if you miss that goal? How much protein should I eat? Most people in developed countries get enough...
What Does it Really Take to Lose Weight?

What Does it Really Take to Lose Weight?

by Susannah Wollman He only gained 3 pounds one year. That hardly matters at all! The problem is, it’s now ten years down the line and he’s gone from a healthy 170 pounds to a fluffier 200 pounds—3 pounds at a time. Does that sound like you? If so, you are among the...