Health, Fitness & Nutrion

Breathe Easier: Simple Ways to Prevent Seasonal Allergies
By Kara Sibilia
It has been a verrrry long winter. Many of us, after having some serious cabin fever (me!), can't wait to get outside and enjoy some fresh air. Read More

Immunity-Boosting Foods
By Kara Sibilia
Eat more of these immunity-boosters to ward off colds and the flu this season: Elderberry: Rich in antioxidants, which fight inflammation, extract from these berries also appears to block flu viruses. Button Mushrooms: This power food contains the mineral selenium and antioxidants, plus the B vitamins riboflavin and niacin, which play a role in a healthy immune system. Read More

Ovarian Cancer: Educate Yourself on this Silent Killer
By Kara Sibilia
Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer-related death among women in the United States, and is responsible for three percent of all cancers in women. It is called a "silent killer" because the symptoms are usually vague or nonexistent, and isn't caught until it has spread to other areas of the body. Read More

Beat the Heat: Protect Yourself When the Mercury Rises
By Kara Sibilia
Extreme heat can be a big health risk. Illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke are caused from excessive exposure to stifling temperatures. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, elderly people (65 years and older), infants, children, and people with chronic medical conditions are more prone to heat stress.  Read More

A 12-week online program that can save your life
By Potoula Gjidija
SPEAK UP. Too many women die each year because they are unaware that heart disease is their No. 1 killer. One in three women dies of this preventable disease – that’s almost one woman every minute. Read More

Michelle Obama's Childhood-Obesity Plan: Reaching Out to America's Moms
When Michelle Obama became first lady, she stressed that her "No. 1 job" would be "first mom." Following through on that focus, today at the White House she elevated her personal concern for her own kids' health and eating habits into a massive national campaign aimed at solving the U.S. epidemic of childhood obesity in a generation. Read More

2010 Health Tips for Women
By Kara Sibilia
2010 – A new year, new resolutions. We enter into January with newfound optimism, fully committed to our resolutions, whether it’s loosing weight or becoming more organized. Read More

Top 10 Natural Ways for Moms to Lose That Annoying “Pouch” and
Have More Energy
by Frank Villani
1. Avoid the Bloat—Try to limit carbonated beverages, eat more slowly and chew your food to almost liquefied. Also avoid drinking through straws and chewing gum. Read More

Arm Trio: This exercise is great for toning the upper arm muscles – one of those dreaded “problem” areas. It also helps improve posture by strengthening the muscles in the upper back.
Learn from working mother and fitness expert on upper arm muscles>>>

Step Ups:
This exercise uses all the large muscle groups in the legs and glutes, which in turn raises the heart rate. Read more from working mother and fitness guru>>>

Melissa Peretz, Certified Fitness Instructor, shares her expertise:

Don't let Temptation get the Best of You During the Holiday Season
It is that festive time of year again when there seems to be a party around every corner and the temptation to over-indulge not too far behind. To help you stay on the right side of the scale
this year, I have put together a few helpful hints to keep you from straying too far! Read More

How might women find the energy to work and play?
One of the most important things to start with is fuel. Are you treating your “engine” in the most optimal way? Are the foods you are taking in working to your advantage? Are you drinking enough
water? Are you getting an adequate amount of rest? If those questions are being taken into consideration (as much as is possible) then exercise has to come next. One of the ways we get
more energy is by “spending” energy. I have many clients who start their sessions sluggish and tired, but by the end of it feel awake and recharged. It will not happen after the first session (usually) but after a few times, your body will start to respond and then you will feel more tired when you don’t exercise. It has to become part of your lifestyle to make a difference in your life. If it is seen as a task to “get out of the way” it will always feel like a burden and not an empowering/centering part of your day.  Read more on how working moms can find energy >>>

Cheryl Whalen, Group Fitness Manager proves that working moms can “work it” too!

What is the best 20-30 minute workout you can recommend for busy moms?

It would have to be alternating cardio and weight training. If you only have 20 or 30 minutes a day, that's all you need. Go on the treadmill, stair climber, or go for a walk one day and the next, do
weights. Light weight training hitting all of your body parts (biceps, triceps, back, chest, shoulders, legs, and abs) can be done in 30 minutes. As we creep in to our 30's and 40's it is
imperative that you start incorporating weights into your workout routine! Read More

Shari Bilt Boockvar, Butterfly's Resident Registered Dietician, Nutrition Counselor, Consultant and Founder of Nutrifacts Inc. knows nutrition! Boockvar Shares The Basics Of Good Nutrition For Busy Moms And Their Kids:

Quick & Easy Healthy Fall Recipes
Enjoy some new quick, easy and healthy recipes as you ease yourself into the Fall season! Click Here

Nutritious Summer Meals
- HERBED FISH & TOMATOES
- SPAGHETTI SQUASH PARMESAN
Learn More about Nutrition for busy working mothers>>>

Nutritional Advice For Pregnant Moms
So, you’ve been watching your weight for years and finally have been able to maintain it… and now, you need to eat to GAIN weight – UGH! Read more about having to gain weight>>>