diet & exercise


Q&A: Is Olean bad for you?

Question by Brady
Posted on March 03, 2008
Some fat free potato chips contain Olean. Is that bad for you? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What is Pilates?

Question by Rebecca T.
Posted on March 02, 2008
Hi Kristi. I'm looking into starting a new exercise program, and I've been hearing a lot about pilates, but I don't really know what it is. Can you please explain… Read Full Q&A

The Special du Jour

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on March 02, 2008
Restaurants in California are taking healthy menus a step beyond calorie and fat counts; many now feature menu items prepared with ingredients that boost immune system function. Jennifer Steinhaure… Read Full Article

Q&A: Storing Leftovers

Question by Karla
Posted on February 27, 2008
Is it necessary to cool your food down before storing leftovers? Read Full Q&A

Incorporating Activity in your Daily Life--It’s Easier than You Think!

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on February 26, 2008
Whether you are physically fit or hopelessly sedentary, there are a lot of things that you can do each and every day to become more active. Our world has… Read Full Article

Q&A: Can Exercise Prevent Disease?

Question by Shannon S.
Posted on February 24, 2008
Does regular exercise really help to prevent disease? If so, what's the best exercise to do? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Weight Lifting Repetitions

Question by Rachel G.
Posted on February 20, 2008
When lifting weights and doing crunches, is it better to do fast or slow repetitions? And how many is enough to make a difference? Read Full Q&A

Wholly Beneficial Grains

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on February 20, 2008
If you eat a diet based on 100% whole grains, you are more likely to lose weight AND also decrease your risks for chronic ailments like diabetes and cardiovascular… Read Full Article

Q&A: Can CLA Help People Lose Weight?

Question by Anonymous (Grand Rapids, MI)
Posted on February 08, 2008
I have heard that the dietary supplement CLA can help people lose weight. Is this true? Read Full Q&A

Red is the Color of…Health

Article by Amy Bragagnini, MS, RD, CSO
Posted on February 03, 2008
Many people “see red” when they see February 14th approach on the calendar. The American Heart Association (AHA) has developed a campaign that focuses on the color red. Since… Read Full Article