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Planning for the Worse: Three Must Have Legal Documents

By Golda Smith Life is a bunch of roses until something unexpected happens. How prepared are you and your family when life throws you a curve ball? Here are three documents you must have if you want to sleep well at night.A Will A will is a legal document that states how ...

Managing Holiday Stress: Five Secrets to a Balanced and Joyful season

The holiday season, with all its trimmings and goodwill, can be a very stressful time of the year, especially for women. The schools plays, decorating, cooking, parties, traveling and shopping can all come together for a perfect storm of stress and anxiety. On the other side of all the celebration ...

Thank You America! Noa Baum Reflects on Obama’s Election as President

by Noa Baum Yes, this is going to sound schmaltzy, but last night I felt proud to be an American citizen for the first time. I've only been a citizen since 2002, and for many years I have been an Israeli living in America. When I was studying at NYU from 1984 ...

Voter Guide: Where the Candidates Stand on Health and the Environment

Who's the greener candidate? Who has the best proposal for health care reform? This election, like no other, represents an opportunity for all of us to vote our values and make a difference today and for future generations. But which candidate, Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) or Senator John McCain (R-AZ), will ...

Five Ways to Fight Breast Cancer Today

From shopping for pink gear to running a marathon, there are endless ways to join the movement to fight breast cancer. But if you’re pressed for time, on a budget or just the thought of hitting the pavement triggers joint pain, rest assured. There are plenty of options to make ...

Living with Heart Failure: Nellie’s Story

"When I say I have a new life and new heart, I mean it." My father died of a heart attack when he was 52. Like my father, my mother also suffered from heart disease. She had angina (chest pain) but was misdiagnosed. In 1989, she had a triple-bypass and died ...

Economic Turmoil: Is Your Job and Health at Risk?

If our rollercoaster economy has left you feeling more than a little queasy, you’re not alone. The health consequences of financial stress are real, yet far too often ignored. But letting stress get the best of you could cost you your job and your health. Historically, alcoholism, domestic violence, divorce, depression ...

7 Healthiest Foods for the Fall Season

Some of the best seasonal fruits and vegetables can be found during autumn. From tart and tangy cranberries to rich and buttery pumpkins, the options are endless for naturally good eating. Avocados – High in fiber and packed with monounsaturated fats that can improve cholesterol, avocados are also rich in potassium, folate, and ...

Time for a Lifestyle Makeover?

Do you wake up most mornings feeling overwhelmed? Do you long for more energy and better health? Are you self-conscious, insecure, or fearful about trying a new fitness or weight loss program? Do you wish that you were leading a more meaningful life? If you answered yes to any ...

7 Financial Habits of Healthy and Happy Women

If you’ve ever doubted the connection between your health and finances, the results of a new survey might change your mind. The study, commissioned by Northwestern Mutual in partnership with LLuminari, a network of women’s health experts, found that women who take control of their finances are healthier and happier than ...