Summertime is the perfect season to enjoy a picnic outdoors and spend quality time with family and friends. And many might be looking forward to family gatherings, picnics and, of course, fireworks on the Fourth of July. No matter how you celebrate the Fourth of July this year, we want it to be memorable for all the right reasons. Learn how to keep picnic food safe, stay safe in the sun and use fireworks properly with these helpful tips.

Gratitude is one of the strengths and virtues that has been most heavily studied and linked to happiness. Gratitude helps you feel more positive emotions, relish positive experiences, enjoy better health, and deal with adversity — all of which play an important role in improving your body, mind and spirit.

From momentary frustrations to big, overwhelming events, we all face different kinds of stress in our lives. Here are ways to cope with stress and how to manage it in the healthiest possible ways.

A good night’s sleep is an essential part of your whole health. It helps you feel rested, recharged and ready to face the day to come. Your habits, including what you eat, can greatly impact the quality of sleep you get each night. Here are some foods, drinks and snacks that can help you catch the ZZZs you need to feel your best in body, mind and spirit.

Only one in three kids are physically active every day, and parents face similar statistics.  The good news is, you can get your family moving with a variety of fun activities that will not only give you a physical boost by making your heart, muscles and bones stronger, but can also help you and your children feel more confident and whole.

During times like this, it’s completely normal to feel some level of stress and concern about how you and your family’s health and safety could be affected. While it may seem like much is out of your control, there are some things that you can do to more peacefully navigate coronavirus outbreak.

Self-care is not an indulgence. It’s a necessity that should be woven into your life every day for whole health. Self-care doesn’t have to be a day at the spa or a whole weekend getaway to be beneficial. In fact, there are simple things you can do that will help you take an important mental pause to nurture your body, mind and spirit. Give these suggestions a try.

It’s normal to feel stressed during a time like this. And it’s important to recognize that stress, rather than trying to minimize it. To help lower your stress level, experts suggest the two most important things are getting enough rest and eating sensibly. Here are a few more ideas to help support your mental well-being.

Across the country, schools are closed and parents are working from home due to COVID-19. This makes for a lot of family together time. How can you keep your kids busy and entertained? See below for some tips.