During the last three decades, the United States has seen pregnancy related deaths rise nearly 140%, and heart disease continues to be the leading cause. Furthermore, women who have prenatal complications, such as high blood pressure or gestational diabetes, have a significantly higher risk of heart disease and stroke later in life, yet many are...

Mary Kay McDermott and Brenna Cussen-Anglada believe there’s a simple outlet for channeling the heaviness of the world. And it could be a simple as song and dance. “When you think about what reconnecting to our playful nature through storytelling, song and dance can do for our spirits, it’s something we all have the capability...

Early in the year is a natural time for reset, especially when it comes to budgets and better-for-you habits. With cold and flu season still in full swing, it’s also a time when many people start thinking about how to stay healthy without spending more than they planned. With a few tips and tricks, staying...

A new year often is challenging. Despite knowing we should throw out old, bad habits along with the New Year’s Eve party favors, change is hard. Many of us eat more than we should. Yet nothing changes for the better — especially in terms of health — when we keep eating those bad-for-us-but-tasty processed junk...

As a holistic health coach, I’ve seen protein take center stage in women’s wellness conversations — and for good reason. It stabilizes blood sugar, supports muscle maintenance and aids hormone production, especially during perimenopause, when estrogen and progesterone fluctuations can throw everything off. Protein undoubtedly is vital, helping curb mood swings, reduce cravings and sustain...