Do you ever wish you could change something about your body? If so, you’re not alone. Lots of people feel unhappy with some part of their looks. But when you get stuck on what you don’t like, it can really bring down your self-esteem. You don’t need a perfect body to have a good body image. …
What Is an Ankle Sprain? An ankle sprain is when the ligaments that support the ankle get overly stretched or torn. It can happen when you step in a hole, twist your ankle while walking or running, or put your weight down on your foot awkwardly. When most ankle sprains happen, the ankle is flexed and inverted …
You may have heard that you should eat 5 servings of fruit and vegetables a day — which works out to a total of about 2½ cups. But experts actually recommend getting even more than that amount. There are no limits on the quantities of tasty fruits and veggies you can enjoy — unless, of course, you …
I want to eat healthy but my family’s always in a rush, so we stop at fast-food places a lot. What are some healthier choices from places like McDonald’s? – Caitlin* Fast-food places can be confusing health-wise. You’d think chicken would be a better choice than beef — but at McDonald’s, the chicken sandwich has more …
These practical tips on goal setting can help make it easier to set and reach goals: Specific, realistic goals work best. When it comes to making a change, the people who succeed are those who set realistic, specific goals. “I’m going to recycle all my plastic bottles, soda cans, and magazines” is a much more doable …
When we think summer, most of us think outdoor fun. So it seems like we should naturally lose weight over the summer — not gain it. In reality, though, summer isn’t all beach volleyball and water sports. Lots of summer activities can work against our efforts to stay at a healthy weight (campfire s’mores and backyard barbecues, anyone?). The …
