Health insurance is undeniably complicated. This guide to insurance cost sharing will help you understand how much your insurance company pays for care and how much you pay.
Health insurance is full of terms and concepts that may be unfamiliar to many consumers. We’ve complied this quiz of health insurance FAQs to test your knowledge of deductibles, in-network providers, COBRA laws and more. Having a grasp of these concepts can...
We are all familiar with terms like chop, sear and boil, but what about folding, plumping, reducing or rendering? Some cooking terms may sound unfamiliar, but expanding your repertoire with these cooking terms and techniques can...
Most workplaces must make a lactation room available to nursing employees. Federal lactation room requirements dictate minimum necessities to allow working moms to pump in comfort and privacy.
Breastfeeding may seem uncontroversial, but many states have passed laws to protect the mother’s right to do so. In addition to federal protections, these breastfeeding laws address nursing in public, taxation of breast pumps,...
Nursing moms who want to pump at work are protected by federal laws. This can help them do what’s best for themselves and their baby.
The nutrients found in fish are important for breastfeeding mothers and their babies. This tuna macaroni salad made with the low-mercury skipjack tuna found in canned light tuna is a great option. Crunchy celery and bell peppers...
The National Eating Disorders Association has put together a list of 10 ways to work on promoting a positive body image. It may take practice, but you’re worth it.
Before you pour oil in the pan for dinner, consider if you’re adding a good fat. Fats are in many foods, there are many kinds and our bodies respond in different ways. Whether polyunsaturated, omega-3, omega-6, there’s a lot of...
We’ve all heard that fats are bad for us, but some advocates recommend a return to diets of yore, rich in healthy fats.
Small white beans and curly kale come together in a simple, easy-to-make gratin seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and red pepper flakes. Dry white beans are preferred (and will cook up creamier and more flavorful), but...
Eye exams don’t just check vision—an ophthalmologist can diagnose and treat eye conditions in addition to correcting vision problems. These regular eye exams are recommended by age.
Protecting our eyes and vision is very important, but with so much misinformation, it can be hard to know what’s best. Does diet impact vision? Can crossing your eyes in a funny face or staring too long at screens cause lasting...
We often lament worsening eyesight as just part of “getting old,” and while our eyes do change with age, vision loss is not something to be ignored.
With more than the total daily value of Vitamin A for vision health, these roasted carrots with balsamic glaze add a simple, but gourmet touch to your table.
Gluten, a protein in wheat, barley and rye, gives bread its springy texture, but can also give some people severe symptoms. These are gluten-associated conditions commonly confused with celiac disease.
Complete this Symptoms Assessment Tool to see if you have an increased risk for celiac disease.
Wheat and gluten are common ingredients, but for those living with celiac disease, they can cause serious symptoms and present a real health risk.
Two flavors of rum combine with pineapple juice and orange juice to make a yummy, fruity drink. Or leave out the rum for a non-alcoholic party pleaser!
An easy Gluten-Free Sourdough Bread recipe with a perfect golden crust and soft & flavorful middle. This rustic-style boule is dairy-free, to boot!