It's starting to get cold outside and that means one thing - rich, hearty soup season. There are few things better than sliding your chair up to a warm bowl of great soup when it's cold outside. I like all types of soups and creamy soups are some of my favorites. Chowders, broccoli cheese, potato, and cream of just about anything are always top of my list. These soups are certainly tasty but they're also incredibly fattening. Usually cream soups contain - you guessed it - heavy cream along with butter, cheese, bacon, and other thickeners such as flour and corn starch.

Despite research showing the importance of eating breakfast, many of us are still skipping the most important meal of the day. About 18 percent of males and 13 percent of females between the ages of 35 and 54 are breakfast skippers, according to a 2011 study by the market research company NPD group.

If you want to successfully Nudge wellness, you’re going to need to motivate your audience to change their behaviors. Your initiative needs to be smart, appealing, inspiring and accessible to really make a difference. The only way you will be able to accomplish this is to first know your audience. 

A recent study shows social networks have a positive effect on healthy behavioral change. Everything from smoking and diets to preventative screening and exercise have been tagged as lifestyle changes improved by interaction with online networks.

I think most of us can agree on one thing - pizza is delicious. It's the perfect marriage of crispy crust, tangy tomato sauce, and creamy melted cheese. Often times it can be topped with other tasty toppings that add to this trifecta of flavor, however why is pizza often targeted as an unhealthy food that is the downfall of every diet? Why is it any different than a sandwich that has bread, cheese, meat and veggies?

There is great value in engaging your audience. Without your audience’s vested interest you cannot accomplish your goals. Your objective is not only to make them aware but to also have them remember who you are and keep them coming back for more. If you don’t engage, then you cannot hope to build a rapport with your audience, or a lasting relationship.

You may have heard that smoking is bad for your teeth and gums, but do you know why? Smoking affects your oral health in a number of ways, and can be responsible for everything ranging from yellow teeth to cancer of the mouth or throat. In fact, the consequences of smoking on oral health apply to more than just cigarette use and include cigars, pipes, and even smokeless tobacco.

We all know exercise is important for any weight loss or weight management regimen. Daily exercise makes you stronger and makes you feel better. But did you know that if you Nudge yourself to regular exercise, the effects are much more far reaching than just weight loss and strength? Studies show that daily exercise can add years to your life, stave off sickness and disease, and even improve your quality of life.

Unfortunately, Americans are not consuming enough fruits and vegetables. As reported in USA Today, children and adults eat an average of slightly more than a cup of vegetables a day and a little more than a half a cup of fruit.

We've always been told the best way for a proper weight management program involves focusing on caloric intake while expending those calories with exercise. While this is still true, a recent study shows the importance of getting enough sleep.