The other night I caught myself saying, “There’s nothing quite like a hot shower.” Yikes - what’s happening to me? Have showers become the highlight of my existence, the pinnacle of pleasure? A typical shower for me consists of doing a usual routine under a blazing hot waterfall...

There are only two weeks and two challenges left in our Get Fit For 2011 giveaway . We created weekly health and fitness challenges to help you stay on track for the beginning of the year. If you missed any of the challenges, now is your chance to play catch up and complete any you might have missed....

Being on a budget may be a way of life these days, but cutting back on expenses doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your health goals. If a gym membership isn’t in the cards, the good news is you can still get a great workout in your own home. Don’t think it’s possible? Check...

Spring is practically here, and that means it won’t be long until we trade in our treadmill runs for some outdoor exercise . If you run outside for more than a few miles, handheld running water bottles are a great solution to ensure you stay hydrated. Their molded shape and adjustable straps ensure...

Epsom salts, my favorite soothing bath crystals, are getting quite the bad rap lately . Are they no longer delivering their promised soothing, sleep inducing, muscle relaxing benefits? Um, not exactly. The “bath salts” that have been tested positive for having a similar molecular makeup...

People are always on the hunt for the latest and greatest diet pill and quick-fix weight-loss program to help them shed pounds quickly. Some show results, others not so much, but in the end, we can all agree that fad diets aren’t going anywhere anytime soon . How well do you know your fad diets?...

Need a sweet but healthy treat to start off your weekend? This baked coconut cream French toast that reader be-healthful posted in the Healthy Recipe community group may be just what you need. And it can be made to suit gluten-free diets! See the recipe when you read more. Baked Coconut Cream French...

Time to brown bag it: 10 vegan lunches to take to work Spring cleaning is not just about dirt and grime: 5 ways to Spring clean your health Drink your aloe! It’s more than just a pretty plant, find out why Heading to the movies this weekend? Here’s how many calories are in common movie theater...

Neve Campbell looks like she hasn’t aged a day since Party of Five ! The actress, 37, appears on the April cover of Health and talks about her love of exercise, why she won’t be dieting any time soon, and why every woman should love her curves. Check out the highlights here: On her favorite...

Spring is on the way, which means it’s the perfect time to get out of the gym and hit the trails. Whether you’re hiking, biking, or running, these Android and iPhone apps will help you reach your fitness goals by telling you where to go, how far you’ve gone, and where to go next. View...

I’ve got wavy, long, and thick wild tresses, which, needless to say, isn’t the easiest to manage post-workout. I try my best to skip washing my hair every day to prevent damage, but I love the feeling of squeaky clean hair. Even when I attempt to just rinse my hair with water, I may throw...