by Holly SleppyMay 15, 2012Spice (or K2) is a synthetic marijuana being used by nearly 1 in 9 high school seniors - second only to the number of teens using marijuana. Now banned in New Jersey, parents should learn more about the dangerous signs of synthetic marijuana use in teens and how they can help prevent it.
by Alene BrennanMay 07, 2012Doctors ask questions at appointments that you may not want to answer. But it's time to fess up; fibbing can cost you your health. If you're guilty of telling these common fibs, you're about to learn the consequences.
by Einav KeetApril 18, 2012Migraines are the most common type of headache. In fact, headache specialists classify a typical recurrent headache as a migraine until proven otherwise, regardless of headache severity, timing and, quality.
by Missy SteinApril 18, 2012After dealing with periods for decades, some women welcome menopause as they look forward to losing their monthly “friend.” What some don’t realize, though, is that you can lose far more than just a monthly period – you can also lose bone.
by Einav KeetMarch 26, 2012Have you found yourself geared up for a workout while staring blankly into your kitchen pantry in search of the right food to fuel you? Virtua registered dietitian Bryony Crane shares what to eat before exercising and in what quantity so you're at your best!
by Rachel RyanMarch 12, 2012Have you ever wondered if weight lifting is right for you? Whether you’re a total newbie or an experienced bodybuilder, lifting weights can do wonders for your body and overall health.
by Carol WendelFebruary 23, 2012Heart disease is gender-blind, affecting women and men at equal rates. Yet while it is the leading cause of death for both sexes in the U.S., the reasons why women get it – and what they experience – may be very different from men.
by Thomas CrehanFebruary 21, 2012It's the middle of the night, and you’re lying in bed wondering…when will this buzz saw STOP? In reality, it’s your partner snoring, and you CAN’T sleep! What are you supposed to do?
by Missy SteinFebruary 13, 2012Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, affects up to 20% of the population in the United States; staggeringly, 80% are women.
by Einav KeetDecember 19, 2011When faced with a procession of rich holiday foods, we may need a few reminders on how to make healthier choices. Whether you’re throwing the party or attending it, you and your fellow partiers can maintain the happy medium of healthy feasting with these tips.
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