Monthly Archives: February 2012

Curb Your Afternoon Cravings

It’s 3:00 pm and your stomach is rumbling. You contemplate holding out until dinner, but then after 15 minutes you start to feel famished and head straight to the vending machine for a quick unhealthy fix. Sound familiar? We all … Continue reading

Avoiding an Injury When Training for a Marathon

Whether you are a veteran marathon runner or starting to train for your first race, it is important to take precautions to avoid an injury. Running a marathon (26.2 miles!) is a big physical and mental challenge. The best thing … Continue reading

Heart Healthy Grocery Shopping

February is American Heart Month and a good time to pledge to be heart healthy. You can improve your heart health by living an overall healthy lifestyle, and this starts with good nutrition. Colorful fruits and veggies, like carrots, peaches … Continue reading

Walking for a Good Cause

Do you enjoy walking? If so, consider joining the Arthritis Foundation and walking for a good cause! As many of you know, last year we partnered with the Arthritis Foundation to host Healing Hands for Arthritis, a one-day national fundraising … Continue reading

Glow on Your Next Date Night

By: Howard Murad, M.D., FAAD Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day and whether you’re celebrating with a significant other, friends, family, or your most important loved one – YOU – you’ll want to feel confident in your own skin. Here are a … Continue reading

Pucker Up! Get Kissable Lips for Valentine’s Day

While making sure every detail for Valentine’s Day is just right, don’t forget about your lips! Despite the dry winter weather, your lips will be kissable with these tips from Dr. Murad: 1. For cracked, dry lips, start with a … Continue reading

Foods to Speed Up Your Metabolism

As you age, your metabolism slows down, making it even harder to burn fat and lose weight. Rather than deny your body the food and nutrients it needs and craves, follow some of our tips below to help keep your … Continue reading

Love is In the Air at Massage Envy

In anticipation of Valentine’s Day, the holiday of love, we’ve launched a frenzy of social media contests to reward our loyal Facebook fans and Twitter followers! On Facebook, enter to win a pair of gift cards for a free introductory … Continue reading

The Skinny on Gluten-Free

Today, more grocery stores are stocking shelves with gluten-free breads and pastas and restaurants are adding gluten-free options to its menus. You may be wondering what is gluten? We’re here to give you the skinny on a gluten-free diet and … Continue reading

Winter Sports and Your Skin

Whether you’re planning a ski vacation or training outdoors for a marathon, it is important to know how to take of your skin in harsh winter weather conditions. We called upon the skincare experts at Murad® for some tips to … Continue reading