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Healthy Holiday Tips

The holidays can bring on a blizzard of year end meetings, eating and lots of other activities that can have you saying “Bah! Humbug!”. Never fear Dr. Jim Sears’ helpful holiday tips are here. Learn More »

Happy Thanksgiving From Dr. Sears

Thanksgiving is a day packed full of fun, family, and delicious food! Splurging on a few sweet treats during the holiday season isn’t a crime, but here are a few tips and recipes from Dr. Sears on how to enjoy the holiday without gaining ten pounds. Learn more»

Fall Family Fun

Ahh…. fall! Crisp, cool breezes, leaves changing, and best of all, it’s harvest time! Fall is the perfect time to involve the entire family in fun outdoor local activities and shopping for fresh fall fruits and veggies at your local farmers market. Here are some fun ways you can get involved in your community and taste the yummy fall foods. Learn more»

School Smarts

Every parents wants their child to learn, behave and perform their absolute best in the classroom and after school activities. Let Dr. Jim help make this school year the best yet with a few simple tips. Learn more»

Summer Safety & Fun!

Summer is a wonderful season to relax, enjoy the warm weather, be more active outside, and spend time together as a family. Here are a few tips from Dr. Jim on how to have a fun, safe summer!  Learn more»

Spring Into Summer

May marks the end of school for many and the beginning of many summer festivities. Whether you are looking forward to a summer spent with your kids, getting in shape, or need some help choosing a quality day care center for your kids this summer, Dr Jim has some advice for you! Learn More»

Spring Fever!

Spring time is here and the land is awakening from the cold winter season.  Spring becomes nature’s way of saying “let’s party” and people begin to prepare for a summer with friends and family gatherings!  This month is a good time to begin planning for summer activities, knowing the kids will be out of school soon.  This month, Dr Jim includes tips for spring cleaning, party ideas, how to combat allergies, and many other helpful suggestions! Learn More»

Tips for Being Lean and Green

March leads up to April showers, May flowers, and then Summer time!  This month, start you and your family on a healthy track by eating lots of fruits and vegetables.  This is also a good time to begin planning a garden and becoming more aware of the environment around you.  Dr Sears has suggested simple tips that will help your family become more environmentally friendly, healthy, and lean.  St. Pati’s day crafts are included as well that will be a great activity for the whole family! Learn More »

Health and Activities for American Heart Month

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.  A healthy diet and lifestyle are the best steps you can take to prevent heart problems.  Dr. Sears has provided suggestions for maintaining a healthy heart as well as fun craft ideas you and your kids can do for Valentine’s Day, ways to keep your kids active, tips on how to avoid catching a cold, and much more.  The overall pattern of your choices count and in honor of healthy heart month, here are some tips to make sure you and your family are staying healthy and having fun! Learn More »

Great Tips & Recipes for a Healthier 2012

Each year millions of parents and families begin the New Year making resolutions to create a happier and healthier family. Unfortunately, the business of life can sidetrack the best of intentions.  Dr. Sears knows how hard it can be to keep new goals and recommends incorporating some of his “simple solutions” as a manageable starting point for a healthier 2011 for your family. Learn More »

Seafood

Seafood can be quite nutritious and play an important role in a healthy balanced diet, and it is often rich in omega-3 fatty acids. However, not all seafood good for us to eat. And, now more than ever we are being offered farm-raised versus wild caught fish that carries its own risks. Learn more»

Dr. Jim’s Recipes

Try some of Dr. Jim Sears’ favorite recipes he has highlighted on The Doctors for getting kids to eat different veggies. For more recipe ideas, visit here.