Heat, Exercise and Your Heart
Summers here in Tucson can be brutal. And while you might want to escape to air conditioning all the time, being inside 24/7 isn’t always... Read More
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Getting Good Sleep
Millions of Americans of both genders aren’t getting the rest they need for physical and mental wellness. For a long time, the typical... Read More -
6 Things to Know about Valley Fever
If you live in Arizona, you’ve probably heard of Valley fever. It is caused by a fungus – coccidioides - that grows in the soil of places... Read More -
How to Safely Exercise at the Gym
They say sharing is caring. However, that’s not the case when it comes to germs. Being conscientious about not spreading germs goes... Read More -
Mrs. Green and Sparky – Meet the Super Heroes
There are times when I love doing the deep dive into long, content rich blogs. And there are times when less is more. This is one of those... Read More -
Food for Thought
I do have a firm grasp on the obvious - we all eat. Many of our celebrations and special occasions are centered around food. Simply put,... Read More -
5 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Having Heart Problems
As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. While not all heart conditions can be prevented, controlling risk... Read More -
Inspiring a New Love this Valentine’s Day
Dim the lights and open a box of fair trade chocolate, Valentine’s Day is around the corner. Valentine's Day is typically filled with love... Read More -
5 Ways to Prevent Kidney Stones
Passing a kidney stone is believed to be one of the most painful experiences a person can have. It’s also pretty common, particularly in the... Read More -
What Time Is It Anyway?
I’m not quite sure how many years I have been doing laundry but let it suffice to say - many! I have to admit that I have rarely, if ever,... Read More -
10 Tips on Traveling with Diabetes
Things that come with a holiday trip – trying new foods, eating at different times and being more active (or less) than normal – can all... Read More -
What is Sepsis?
Sepsis is the body's overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection. It can lead to tissue damage, organ failure and death. The source... Read More -
5 Things to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
When you have little ones, you hear about all sorts of viruses, colds and other illnesses going around at school, daycare or amongst friends.... Read More -
Migraines and Periods
Ever wondered where that headache came from? While men and women suffer from headaches for a number of reasons - dehydration, age, family... Read More -
6 Things to Know About Valley Fever
If you live in Arizona, you’ve probably heard of Valley fever. It is caused by a fungus – coccidioides - that grows in the soil of places... Read More -
Why Saving the Planet Starts in the Kitchen
By Ana Bonifacio We all know that the kitchen is the heart of our home, but did you know that your kitchen has a significant impact on your... Read More -
It’s really hot outside, here’s how to stay safe
While Tucsonans are used to it being hot during the summer months, it is especially toasty this year, with record-breaking heat forecasted for... Read More -
5 stroke risk factors you can control
Stroke is the number five killer and a leading cause of disability in America. “Certain uncontrollable circumstances such as age, family... Read More -
Scientists and Moms Tackling Climate Change
In April 2021, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, world renowed Texas Tech climate scientist; new chief scientist for the Nature Conservancy and co-founder... Read More -
10 EcoMama Bloggers to Check Out Today
Many find living a sustainable lifestyle challenging at best. When you are also actively parenting small children, it can truly seem... Read More