Mary Ireland discusses findings from the “Breast Cancer and the Environment: A Life Course Approach” study released last week and gives dietary suggestions for reducing cancer risk.

If you are still struggling with the perfect gift for someone on your list – consider a book. I like giving books because a book can change a person’s life forever. The book on the top of my list this year is The Egoscue Method of Health Through Motion: Revolutionary Program That Lets You Rediscover […]

I got the following email not too long ago: Christmas 2011 — Birth of a New Tradition As the holidays approach, the giant foreign factories are kicking into high gear to provide monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods — merchandise that has been produced at the expense of local labor. This year will be different. […]

Mary Ireland discusses the finds from a new study regarding sedentary behaviors, the risk of cancer and what you can do to reduce your risk.

Mary Ireland discusses studies relating social aspects to obesity.

Mary Ireland discusses more research supported that idea that it is best not to gain weight in the first place.

I had dinner at a friend’s house Monday night. The meal was raclette. The traditional raclette-style meal is vegetables — usually potatoes, onions and (gulp) Gherkins covered with raclette cheese. The meal I had was a little different in style. We didn’t have any of the traditional vegetables; we had baby squash, carrots, broccoli, and […]

The article begins: “You’ve had bacon with eggs, bacon cheeseburgers and even bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwiches. But how about bacon dessert?” Then they must have read my mind, because the next sentence is, “Don’t look so disgusted.” Apparently bacon is a hot new item in doughnuts, cookies and even chocolate bars. A top seller […]

Mary Ireland talks about new mentor programs that are helping to distribute nutritional information and provide one-on-one assistance to help those most at risk for obesity to live healthier lifestyles.

Mary Ireland discusses the importance of controlling your reaction to stressful events in your life.