The hot weather is upon us. Kids will soon be out of school and families and friends will gather poolside [Read more...]
NUTRITION
Sugar and Sweeteners: Your Burning Questions Answered
April 2, 2013 by
As a nutritionist, I am often asked about sugar [Read more...]
The Nine Fundamentals of a Healthy Detox Diet
March 5, 2013 by
The constant festivities of the holidays, Super Bowl and Mardi Gras are finally over, meaning it’s a great time to talk about detoxing the healthy way. [Read more...]
Guilt-Free Holiday Indulgence
December 12, 2012 by
There is something so magical about this time of year: [Read more...]
The Real Deal
December 5, 2011 by
Ask Elesha | Just the Facts
November 4, 2011 by
How to Read a Label and Get the Most Information [Read more...]
Halloween’s Endless Candy Splurge
October 4, 2011 by
Nutritionist Elesha Kelleher shares tips on making better choices for your kids [Read more...]
How to Beat the Plateau Blues
September 6, 2011 by
Counting Calories at Frozen Yogurt Hot Spots
August 3, 2011 by
There have been several new frozen yogurt places popping up around town over the last year or so. Frozen yogurt is an appealing and refreshing treat, especially in the sweltering heat of the summer. Many wonder … are some healthier than others, lower in fat and calories? There are a few differences. [Read more...]
Friend or Foe?
May 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Pastas can be a part of a healthy diet, but not all are created equally [Read more...]
The ABCs of Vitamins
April 18, 2011 by
Know your basics to determine which supplements
may be right for you [Read more...]
Miracle of the Fishes
March 11, 2011 by
Take advantage of Lent and reap the healthful benefits of seafood [Read more...]
Size Matters
February 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Portion control is an important
factor in any diet [Read more...]
Buyer Beware
January 3, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Read the fine print before you assume something is good for you
[Read more...]
No Regrets
November 8, 2010 by Leave a Comment
With the right food choices, the holiday season can still be a time to indulge [Read more...]
Against the Grain
October 15, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Experiment with some of the more nutritious, healthful grains available on store shelves [Read more...]
Myth Information
September 22, 2010 by
For long-term weight loss it’s important to know the facts about food [Read more...]
New Year, New Diet
August 16, 2010 by
A Sea Change
May 7, 2010 by
Fitness commentator John Rowley helps promote a diet rich in Louisiana seafood [Read more...]
Eat Healthy, Be Happy
May 7, 2010 by
The right foods can help you combat stress and anxiety [Read more...]
Suspension Training Is a Brees
May 7, 2010 by
Fun and challenging fitness doesn’t have to be done at the gym [Read more...]
Bloat Be Gone
April 9, 2010 by
Reduce your fluid retention and get bikini ready in no time [Read more...]
Snack Attack
March 5, 2010 by
Battle the bulge by eating smartly every three to four hours [Read more...]
You Got Game!
September 14, 2009 by
Enjoying football festivities doesn’t have to sabotage your healthy eating habits [Read more...]
Sports Injury Prevention for Baby Boomers
September 14, 2009 by
While there may be no single fountain of youth, you can slow down the aging process by staying physically active. [Read more...]
Say Cheese!
June 4, 2009 by
Look your best and burn fat by consuming calcium-rich dairy foods [Read more...]
Mother Knows Best
May 4, 2009 by
The Gentle Martial Art
March 5, 2009 by
Focusing on self-defense and harmony, the discipline of Aikido provides lifelong benefits to practitioners [Read more...]
The Mind-Body Connection
December 30, 2008 by
Physical ailments can be rooted in mental, spiritual health [Read more...]
Marathon Man
December 30, 2008 by
Dave Massey brings a message of hope to those with cancer [Read more...]
The Holiday Hangover
December 8, 2008 by
While there’s no surefire post-party cure-all, some things help more than others [Read more...]
Together Time
December 8, 2008 by
Making the most of the holidays with family and friends [Read more...]
Tough Talk
November 12, 2008 by
Conversations with the racist co-worker and the jealous mother-in-law [Read more...]
Feast on This!
November 12, 2008 by
Turkey and all the trimmings serve up delicious health benefits [Read more...]
The Bond of Love
July 14, 2008 by
New parents find comfort in East Jefferson General Hospital’s First Night Room [Read more...]
Believing in FATE
June 1, 2008 by
A local physician helps young women realize the dangers of tobacco use [Read more...]
Season of Chi-r
December 1, 2007 by
Cultivate more energy and vitality, even in the darkest months of the year [Read more...]
Health for the Holidays
November 2, 2007 by
Ochsner Opens Kenner’s Only Well-Baby Nursery and Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery
October 1, 2007 by
Ochsner Medical Center – Kenner Begins Delivering Babies [Read more...]
Options abound for women diagnosed with cancer today
October 1, 2007 by
When asked about the possibilities for women living with breast cancer today, Ochsner oncologist Dr. Jay Brooks gave New Orleans Living some encouraging answers. [Read more...]
Breast Assured
October 1, 2007 by
A survivor offers guidance to women who are battling cancer now [Read more...]
8 things you should know about snoring
September 1, 2007 by
What it is, why it’s bad and what you can do about it. [Read more...]
To Your Health!
September 1, 2007 by
We know good health when we see it. In the natural world, we recognize it in a thriving wetland or in the choicest ripe Creole tomato at the market (or—if we’re lucky—on the vine). In people, we recognize good health in those individuals who shine as examples of living one’s personal best: [Read more...]
8 Tips to Start Slowing the Hands of Time
July 18, 2007 by
Greater New Orleans Living offers the following helpful hints to slow aging [Read more...]
Healthy feet: What you should know about podiatry
June 1, 2007 by
Ensure a lifetime of mobility with these simple foot facts. [Read more...]
Hot Tips
June 1, 2007 by
Exercise safely and you can beat the heat before it beats you [Read more...]
5 steps to healthier habits
May 1, 2007 by
Learn how to delete bad habits by replacing them with healthy new ones. [Read more...]
Better Births
May 1, 2007 by
The Birthing Project USA is dedicated to reducing the infant mortality rate, especially among African Americans [Read more...]
Special Delivery
May 1, 2007 by
Choosing the right hospital for the birth of your baby can make all the difference [Read more...]
Getting to know Osteoporosis
March 6, 2007 by
Osteoporosis is a growing problem among women and men because it can be so hard to detect, but New Orleans Living picked the brain of Dr. Alan Bushnell, from Ochsner Health Systems, for some answers to some common questions about this “silent disease.” [Read more...]
8 ways to stay safe when walking alone
February 1, 2007 by
Learn how to avoid dangerous situations with these walk-safe tips. [Read more...]
The Race to Beat a Heart Attack
February 1, 2007 by
What can you do in 90 minutes? get a hair cut, cook dinner, get a good workout, or watch a movie. An hour and a half doesn’t sound like a long time, but 90 minutes could mean the difference between life and death when suffering a heart attack. [Read more...]
Image Is Everything
December 1, 2006 by
Doctors Imaging Services offers state-of-the-art technologies to health care patients in New Orleans [Read more...]
Seize the moment
September 18, 2006 by
In fighting for New Orleans, Ruthie Frierson and Citizens for 1 Greater New Orleans have done just that [Read more...]
Act now, live longer
August 1, 2006 by
Being diagnosed with prehypertension has some advantages–it may save your life for one thing [Read more...]
Weathering the storm
June 1, 2006 by
Preparing for hurricane season means more than packing the right provisions [Read more...]
Be a Quitter
June 1, 2006 by
Stop smoking with the help of trained experts at area clinics and over the phone [Read more...]
Yeah, Baby!
May 1, 2006 by Leave a Comment
Fit Mom provides exercise and a respite for overworked mothers [Read more...]
It’s Not Just in Your Head
May 1, 2006 by Leave a Comment
Erasing the stigma of migraines [Read more...]
The Heart Truth
August 1, 2005 by Leave a Comment
National awareness program for women about heart disease
Fighting Back
August 1, 2005 by Leave a Comment
