Ending my 21 Day Listerine challenge but not my quest for dental health
We are approaching the end of my families 21 Day Listerine challenge and we have learned a lot. I think most importantly we have learned that having the right products right there in front of us makes...
View ArticleActive Family Project: Interview with author and mom Laura Fuentes
Become an Active Family of the Month! I recently had the opportunity to talk to mom, author and entrepreneur Laura Fuentes, a popular food and parenting contributor to numerous outlets, including her...
View ArticleExpectant moms prenatal fitness tips and myths revealed by fitness expert Amy...
I recently had the opportunity to talk to prenatal fitness and lifestyle expert Amy Griffith about the myths surrounding prenatal fitness and get some tips on how expectant moms can be healthier,...
View ArticleMother’s Day Giveaway Event featuring Puritan’s Pride (ends May 2)
At Christmas my mother asked for the Puritan’s Pride Hair, Skin and Nails Formula as well as the Daily vitamin. Of course I had to get those things and a few more for her, but then I thought wouldn’t...
View ArticleTips and savings from Healthy Essentials for Earth Day and everyday
This month on Money Saving Parent we are featuring green content from reviews of green products, highlights from Disneynature as well as eco-friendly cleaning and household matters. Of course we love...
View ArticleFed Up: The Obesity Epidemic Explained
Obesity is a major problem in the United States. Statistics show that a larger percentage of Americans are overweight than at any other time in history and the problem will likely have far- reaching...
View ArticleKeep Calm and Bee Sweet with Bee Sweet Lemonade
Tomorrow, June 16, 2014 is the start of National Pollinator Week. It’s a week focused on education relating to pollination, its importance to our livelihood, and the critical role that honeybees play....
View ArticleCoke Life: Healthier Alternative to the Real Thing?
Coca- Cola is the largest soft drink manufacturer on the planet and its name and logo are among the most recognized in the world. It seems that everywhere you go, Coca- Cola is there, ready to quench...
View ArticleFootball Camp and Nutrition Education for the Future NFL Star
Do your children like sports? Many children do and a summer sports camp is often the parents’ response to fulfilling their child’s wishes and encouraging physical fitness. But there is more to a fit...
View ArticleSuper summer series: Avoiding mosquitoes
It’s the sweet summer time. My trees and flowers are blooming. The birds are chirping and the dog is barking at squirrels. It all sounds oh so normal, especially with the flutter of the occasional...
View ArticleHealthy essentials and savings for the summer: What I need and why I’ll save
It’s the sweet summertime and I don’t know about you but it seems like I need a lot more “healthy essentials” than I do during any other season. Of course living in Houston we need sunscreen just about...
View ArticleSummer series: Swimming safety tips for parents interview with the American...
Today we are continuing our Super Summer Series with some really important information about staying safe in the pool this summer. Join us as we share our Swimming safety tips for parents interview...
View ArticleTyent Twitter Party Prizes
I recently had the chance to tell you about Tyent , who are hosting a comment contest with some amazing prizes for your team. All you had to do was nominate your sports team for a chance for them...
View ArticleCucumber Mint Infused Water
I’ve been trying to find ways to get the kids (who am I kidding – and myself) to drink more water. I admit I just don’t care for the taste. But I’ve found that I can use my Brita Water Filter and...
View ArticleNew School Lunch Mandates Gain Acceptance
A report published on July 30, 2014 suggests that students are more accepting of healthier school lunch foods than many expected. The study, conducted by researchers at Boise State University, involved...
View ArticleAction for Healthy Kids is Awarding School Breakfast Grants
Action for Healthy Kids is a great non- profit organization that works to promote the health of children on multiple levels. Many of its programs are aimed at schools and one of the many ways this...
View ArticleMy top 10 healthy essentials for back to school – and how I saved money on them!
Fall is just around the corner and with it back to school time. For many families that means not only back to school clothing and shoe shopping, but a number of other healthy essentials to keep us well...
View ArticleMini but mighty hero! Will you be a hero for Alex’s Lemonade Stand?
This summer it seems I’ve been surrounded by stories just like Patrick’s. Some of have been adults. Some have been children. But they all have one thing in common, they are bravely fighting cancer. My...
View ArticleCenter for Disease Control study confirms that kids eat too much salt
America’s Center for Disease Control released a report on September 9, 2014 detailing the sodium intake by the average child and the bottom line results confirm what most of us already know: Children...
View ArticleMedical Fallacies: What You Think is True is Often Not
How do you react to health concerns? If you catch a cold, do you respond by taking vitamin C supplements? If you’re pregnant and you’re carrying your baby low, does that mean it’s likely a boy? Does...
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