Living Healthy Chicago

Facials for Men

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:07:08 -0600

I know many of you guys out there would NEVER consider getting a facial. I guess it's not a "man-ly" thing to many of you. Hey, if you're one of those guys who feels that way, "to each his own." Me on the other hand, I DESPERATELY need a facial every few months and I received a great one yesterday at Exhale Spa in the Gold Coast.

Travel-Friendly Beauty Buys

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:10:02 -0600

The holidays are just around the corner and for most of us that means lots of food, fun, and travel. Here are some portable products that will help you stick to your beauty routine when you're far away from home.

If You Must Eat Late at Night

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:52:06 -0600

I'm one that usually doesn't like to eat a heavy meal late but a few weeks ago, I made an exception!

I was working for ESPN at Georgetown as part of their Midnight Madness broadcast. My partner, Bill Rafftery recommended we go to one of his favorite spots after, Martins in Georgetown.

Real-Time Health and Fitness Tips on CLTV

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:55:54 -0600

Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your health. Fitness pro Robert Ferguson and diet expert Amy Rantas were featured on Garrard McClendon Live last week.

You can see the segment here. To read more about Robert, go to his website.

The Quest for White Teeth

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:10:56 -0600

What's the first thing you notice when you meet someone? For me, it's a person's smile. And lately, I can't help but look at people's teeth. Thanks to the popularity of braces, most of us have straight(ish) teeth. As for white teeth, well, that's another story. Blame it on coffee, cola, and the natural process of aging.

The 3 Cs of Flu Prevention

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:43:53 -0600

Flu season is upon us and with the widespread fears surrounding H1N1, it's never been more important to guard your health.

We recently visited the DuPage County Health Department to learn more about staying flu-free this year. Here are some of their helpful tips:

Effects of Lasik Eye Surgery Still Unclear

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:03:25 -0600

My eyesight seems to get worse every year. These days, it's so bad I can't even see the alarm clock without holding it inches away from my face. Pathetic, I know. And don't even get me started on all of the money I've wasted on contacts, solution and glasses throughout the years.

Your Diet and Depression

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:28:35 -0600

Have you ever turned to food to get yourself out of a crummy mood? I've been known to reach for a chocolate bar or bowl of ice cream whenever I need a quick fix. Turns out our innate instinct to find emotional relief in certain foods could have some scientific backing. A new study says that certain types of food may even help us avoid depression.

Wedding Hair and Makeup Favorites

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:06:16 -0600

This weekend marked the end of my whirlwind 2009 wedding season. All in all, I attended five separate weddings, travelling everywhere from Omaha to New York City and even Claremont, CA. In addition to racking up some serious frequent flyer miles, I also picked up a few hair and makeup tricks along the way. As they say, practice makes perfect, so here are some items that helped me achieve a great wedding look every time.

Too Much Sodium = One Bloated Face

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:28:27 -0600

A few Sunday mornings ago I was on Fox Channel 32 for Bears Game Day Live. I HATE the early morning TV shows because I look like I'm still sleeping and in this case, my face was all puffed up...which is what happens when you eat as much salt as I did the night before.

Germs Here, There, and Everywhere

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:46:22 -0600

Ever since the Swine Flu scare became big news, I've become an even bigger germaphobe.

Last year I got into the habit of cleaning my desk, keyboard, mouse, and phone with a disinfecting wipe every morning and the tradition continues to this day. My co-workers probably think I'm crazy, but I won't stop hoarding tubes of Lysol Disinfecting Wipes any time soon. Turns out your desk at work is nearly 400 times dirtier than the toilet seat you use at work.

Get Your Tetanus Shots!

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:30:09 -0600

Over the Labor Day weekend I suffered a boating accident. The wife and I went to New Buffalo, Michigan for the first time. We met up with my buddy and his girlfriend to enjoy a weekend of boating. My friend Chris Condotti owns a racing boat, a Fountain, so we raced our way from New Buffalo to South Haven for a little lunch. Once we arrived, we tried to dock the boat and that's where things went wrong.

Post-Gym Beauty

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:51:31 -0600

I try my best to hit the gym after work every day and when I finally come home after being on my feet for 13+ hours, I'm about ready to collapse. Most of the time I just don't have the energy to go through an extensive beauty regiment so I try to keep my personal care routine as simple as possible. Here's how:

Dr. Jeff Helped Ease My Back Pain

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 09:13:00 -0600

I was at the Illinois Back Institute yesterday afternoon watching one of the 30 minute specials featuring Dr. Jeff and his team. While watching the show, I realized the impact Dr. Jeff has made on many people's lives.

Hanging Out With Jay Cutler

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:06:27 -0600

Last night I went to a Michigan Ave Magazine event. It was there one year anniversary party and honored the September issue with Bears QB Jay Cutler on the cover. YES, Cutler showed despite his "showing" the night before in Green Bay.