Dr. Oz gave adult viewers a little sex education.  Honestly, while many of us talk about (or even have) sex on a regular basis, how often do we take the time to educate ourselves about our bodies and how we change in our lifetimes.  The truth is that so many of us are in the dark about this very important part of our lives.
One thing he explained was that, in middle age, a woman’s vagina becomes more susceptible to infection after her estrogen levels drop whereas men lose the firmness of their erections due to a loss of testosterone.
He also …read more

With the H1N1 virus circulating around the world, people are looking for ways to stay healthy more than ever.  Who better to give good advice than Dr. Oz?  
Believe it or not, his advice is pretty simple.  Here are his main tips:

Take Vitamin D – even if you are out in the sun a lot, you may not be getting enough of this essential vitamin.  Dr. Oz suggests that people take 1,000 units a day.
Get enough sleep – I know life is busy and there never seems to be enough hours in a day but it’s really important to get …read more

Many women are choosing to have their babies at home either with the help of a qualified professional (doctor, midwife, etc…) or even just on their own.  I have a couple friends who have gone this route and swear by it and, having had three children of my own in the hospital, I can understand their argument.  I have felt ignored and pressured in the hospital setting and I made some choices (or felt forced into some choices) that I would go back and change if I could.  The problem was that my last child was very high-risk and I …read more

Whenever I think of taking a trip, I have to confess that I usually picture myself taking off sometime during the summer or around the Christmas holidays but fall is a great time of year to travel.  Typically, the weather is pretty mild wherever you go which is great for people who want to avoid going someplace that will either be too hot or too cold.  That’s why autumn is my favorite season!
Matt Lauer talked to a travel expert on the Today show who revealed that resorts are currently slashing prices to accommodate travelers this fall which is great given …read more

I love going on vacation but one thing that stresses me out is that I tend to slack off on my exercise regime and my eating habits go right out the window.  My argument is always that I’m on holiday to see new things and enjoy new experiences which trumps my need to stay fit and eat right but a new trend is making it possible to do it all – running tours.
I’ve heard of boat, bus and train tours but never ones that involved running but, if you enjoy the physical activity, this is a great way to see …read more

Looking for a way to maintain your healthy, youthful glow without spending a lot of money?  I know I’m interested!  The Today show looked at some suggestions for how to look your best as you grow older.
The first tip was to make sure that you wear sunscreen every day since UV rays cause the skin to age and can actually penetrate through the window of your car (so if you drive a lot, one side of your face could look worse than the other!). 
A lot of other tips and products were discussed so this is a great segment to …read more

If you’ve ever wanted to rid your body of the daily toxins we take in every day or even just wanted to kick start your diet, you’ve probably considered doing a cleanse.  In their various forms, they are really popular but are they actually effective?  More importantly, are they safe?
The Today show took a look at the trend and spoke with Dr. Ian Smith, the author of The 4 Day Diet, about it.  He explained that many of the popular cleanses that a lot of celebrities use are not very healthy.  He went on to say that in order to …read more

Good Morning America offered some tips for picking a great swimsuit this summer.  It’s a good segment since I know that so many people (women, men and children) struggle to find nice swimwear.  Last summer, on a family trip to California, several of us needed to buy something new and it was such a long and arduous task that, by the time we were done, it was almost too late in the day to enjoy the beach!
One piece of advice that stood out was that we should try on everything and not just assume that a particular style or cut …read more

This morning, Today show anchor, Kathie Lee Gifford, squared off against actress Tori Spelling for a little game called “You Ate It, Now Negate It” which was meant to raise awareness about the actual caloric content of the food we eat.  I don’t know about you but some days, I really don’t want to know!
Cynthia Sass from Shape magazine served as the expert during the game.   The questions were “True or False” or multiple choice.

Are there more than 350 calories in one cup macaroni and cheese? (I think it depends on what kind of cheese was used).
How many calories are …read more

It’s summertime and one thing that many families struggle with is having swimwear that fits the whole family.  I know that over the winter months, I put on a few pounds and my children grow a few inches so I’m never sure if our swimsuits are still going to fit by the time the warm weather rolls around.
The Today show looked at swimwear for the entire family from children to seniors.  One thing they mentioned is that it’s important to consider what you will be doing in the swimsuit.  Will you be surfing, lounging around the pool or chasing around …read more