Janice Taylor

Halloween Candy: Seven Ways to Stay Awake And Aware in the Face of Chocolate

Janice Taylor | Posted 10.31.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Oh My! Halloween is almost here! I don't know about you, but I want to stay awake and aware in the face of all those little mini-chocolate bars! With ...

Dish The Dirt: Denise Austin On Saddlebag Slimmers & Fit Bottoms

Janice Taylor | Posted 10.27.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Polar opposites in childhood, finding middle ground as adults, I met up with Denise Austin, fitness guru, to discuss saddlebag slimmers and fit bottoms.

Ten Ways to Curb, Conquer And Control Nighttime Eating

Janice Taylor | Posted 10.20.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

When the sun goes down, many healthy individuals are lured mindlessly into their kitchens. What to do? Understand it and plan for it with these 10 tips to controlling nighttime eating.

The Holiday Cure: How To Wake Up Thinner

Janice Taylor | Posted 10.14.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

As we all know all too well, the holidays present a multitude of stresses that together can create the perfect 'fat' storm.

Harlem: 100 Points of Art Shine Bright in the New York Art Scene

Janice Taylor | Posted 10.07.2009 | New York


Janice Taylor

If you want to experience art in its true nature, in the architecture, the beauty of a low skyline, the wide streets, in its people and raw expression, visit Harlem for the Open Artist Studio Tour.

Insomnia Cookies: 25 Tips to Better Sleep

Janice Taylor | Posted 09.23.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

5. Stop eating all together at least 3 hours before sleep. This will prevent heartburn, indigestion and energy boosts from the food. A good weight loss rule anyway. You've got to stop at some point.

6 Billion Pounds Overweight: Dr. Ian Smith Gives America a Kick in the Tush.

Janice Taylor | Posted 11.09.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

"The food industry has huge culpability as to why we in America find ourselves where we are," Dr. Ian said. "The food industry is not a non-profit agency. They are in it for the profits."

NYC Health Department Gives Beverage Industry a Kick in Their Sugary Tush

Janice Taylor | Posted 10.18.2009 | New York


Janice Taylor

According to the American Heart Association, Americans now consume on average 22 teaspoons of sugar per day, or 355 calories.

Give Kraft a Kick in the Tush: Harmful Chemicals in Your Mac & Cheese

Janice Taylor | Posted 09.27.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

In 2008, Kraft removed artificial colorings...and chemical sweeteners...from the products that they distribute in Europe, Australia, and other developed countries due to consumer concern over scientific studies...But, they haven't done the same thing here in the U.S.!

How Much Does Whoopi Goldberg Weigh?

Janice Taylor | Posted 09.15.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Your bathroom scale measures the force of attraction between you and the earth, and that force is called your weight. If you look at it in those terms, it takes the emphasis off fat and puts it on gravitational pull.

Are Fat People Doormats?

Janice Taylor | Posted 09.07.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Does the word "namby-pamby" fit you? Fat, thin or regular sized, be brave and take this true/false quiz!

Sexy 101: 9 One-Size-Fits-All Tips on How to Let Your Sexy Rip

Janice Taylor | Posted 09.05.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Is 'chunky' in or out? The shows - Drop Dead Diva, More to Love, Dance Your Ass Off and Ruby - range from dance to comedy to reality - some promote health and weight loss, some say you're fine just as you are, as they light up the grill and fill up on dessert. Mixed messages for sure.

Thunder Pants, Under Pants: A Weighty Weigh-In

Janice Taylor | Posted 08.31.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

'Thunder Pants' confesses her 'weighty sins' and receives forgiveness. What's your dietary sin? Lighten your load here!

Fat Daughter: A Punishment from God?

Janice Taylor | Posted 08.21.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

There is nothing 'wrong' with your child. She does not need to be 'fixed.' Ask for your child's input and rather than harping on the negative -- learn about nutrition; talk up health benefits.

Planet Earth: Difficult Times, Insatiable Appetites ... Doomed?

Janice Taylor | Posted 08.15.2009 | Green


Janice Taylor

We human beings are pretty crude creatures. We want more, more, more. We have insatiable appetites. We do everything in excess, in both our personal and collective lives.

9 Ways to Put the Brakes on Menopausal Weight Gain

Janice Taylor | Posted 08.02.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

If you're just entering menopause, you might be thinking, is menopausal weight gain a given? What's happening to my body? Why have the Scales of Injustice turned on me?

New Yorkers: Turning the Gray Skies of Summer into Money

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.28.2009 | New York


Janice Taylor

Just in case you haven't noticed, we have had an unprecedented wet and gray June. We could scream, cry and complain. Or, we can act like the resilient New Yorker's that we are.

Michael Jackson: Reflections On The Complexity of Being Human

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.27.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

In this moment of reflection, I offer you some thoughts from some of our most respected and best philosophers, writers and just plain folk that may help us find our way.

Jon and Kate Spoiler: A Sandwich of Betrayal, Stress & Divorce?

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.20.2009 | Home


Janice Taylor

An important part of a relationship revolves around sharing your life. Before you 'talk at' your significant other, take a look at these truly helpful and useful communication guidelines.

Food Inc.: What is the Food Industry Hiding?

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.18.2009 | Green


Janice Taylor

Food, Inc. is a mind-blowing, stomach-twisting, eye-opening and ultimately heart-breaking film.

Is the "Biggest Loser" Making Us Fatter?

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.17.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

I'm not surprised that we as an obese nation are more influenced by the environment, by external cues than whether we are actually hungry.

Chocolate: The 10 Truths

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.10.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Know Your Limits: Plan on your one square of excellent dark chocolate per day, no more than one-ounce, and again make it a ritual of beauty, peace and empowerment.

Xtreme Eating Awards 2009: Food Morality?

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.04.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Are restaurants on a mission to make foods are fattening as possible? Is there no "food morality?"

You Are Oprah: Top Eight to Being Great

Janice Taylor | Posted 07.03.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Conventional wisdom says we have to earn greatness. But greatness comes from within; it's a state of being.

9 Happy Weight Loss Tips from the Patron Saint of Permanent Fat Removal

Janice Taylor | Posted 06.25.2009 | Living


Janice Taylor

Keeping your home clear of the Devil's Food, red light items, and things that send you off on a binge is essential!