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What You May Not Know About Vision Health
Published on Sunday, April 22, 2012 by caryn When it comes to health and wellness, I know that regular screenings and check-ups are important. In addition to our yearly physicals and bi-annual visits to the dentist, we also strive to get yearly eye exams. From speaking to friends and family members, I've heard that unless glasses or contact lenses are required, eye health doesn't necessarily take priority. ... Read More » -
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5 Ways to Reduce Stress Naturally *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, April 9, 2012 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Nicole L. Congrats! Don't underestimate the value of Doing Nothing, of just going along, listening to all the things you can't hear, and not bothering. ~Pooh's Little Instruction Book, inspired by A.A. Milne [caption id="attachment_31565" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo Credit: n... Read More » -
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Why You Should Take Care of Your Eyes
Published on Friday, April 6, 2012 by caryn It might come as a surprise that I wear glasses, since I am rarely seen out in public with them. I was very young (maybe seven or eight) when my mother broke the news to me, and unhappy to say the least. For a young girl struggling with self image and peer pressure, having to wear glasses was embarrassing. What I didn't realize at the time, was that wearing glas... Read More » -
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Brush, Floss, Rinse, Repeat!
Published on Friday, April 6, 2012 by caryn Brush, floss, rinse, repeat. [caption id="attachment_31521" align="alignright" width="192" caption="Photo Credit: jconejo"][/caption] It's become second nature, this oral care routine of mine, and one I'm trying to instill within my own children. Every night, after dinner and story time, we head upstairs to get ready for bed. Unlike many children, mine get e... Read More » -
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A Travel-Inspired Recipe: Tuna Nicoise Salad
Published on Friday, March 23, 2012 by caryn Travel has this way of opening up your eyes to see the world from a broader perspective. Some of my greatest memories were created while traveling with friends, family, and my husband. It was the summer of 2006 and my husband and I were in the midst of an 8 week long backpacking adventure through Europe. We did things we never imagined we'd do, like sleeping in... Read More » -
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A Healthy Smile…It’s Easier Than ...
Published on Friday, March 16, 2012 by caryn Even at four, my son will remind me if we sit down to read a book and we've somehow forgotten to brush his teeth. Because I started modeling and instilling healthy oral care habits within my children when they were very young, they both enjoy brushing their teeth. If you remember, I recently participated in a month-long oral care challenge with Listerine and Reach... Read More » -
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How We’re Using a Responsibility Chart ...
Published on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 by caryn Every morning and night, without fail, I brush and floss my teeth. It's a habit my mother instilled within me as a young child, and I'm thankful she emphasized the importance of proper oral care, because as a 30 something year old woman, I've yet to have a cavity. Similarly, I've started my children along the same path. As soon as their first tooth emerged, we s... Read More » -
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Five Things You Can Do For Your Heart Right N...
Published on Monday, February 6, 2012 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Tricia and Angie. Congrats! Last week, several of us kicked off February by wearing red to increase awareness and lend support to the fight against heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US, according to the CDC and does not discriminate...we are all at risk. Often c... Read More » -
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Gluten-Free Goodness From Udi’s
Published on Sunday, January 8, 2012 by caryn Up until a few years ago, there wasn't a lot of discussion regarding gluten intolerance and celiac disease. People I know suffered and underwent a series of tests before being diagnosed with the autoimmune disease. I can't even imagine how difficult it would be to completely eliminate gluten from my diet. Yet, the alternative, suffering with uncomfortable and de... Read More » -
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How We Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Seaso...
Published on Monday, November 28, 2011 by caryn It's almost December, and I'm incredibly thankful for our family's health. At the early part of the season, both of my children managed to get sick, likely due to the start of the new school year. Since then, we've managed to stay healthy while still enjoying parks, malls, play spaces, and the outdoors. During the Fall and Winter, when temperatures drop and peopl... Read More » -
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Tips On Instilling Lifelong Oral Health Habit...
Published on Friday, November 18, 2011 by caryn It's not uncommon to put off going to the dentist for cleanings and preventive care when there doesn't seem to be an urgent concern. However, inattention to oral care, over time, can lead to subsequent health problems. And since a person's teeth and smile are integral to their appearance and self-esteem, it's vital that those preventive dental screenings not be negl... Read More »
