As Michael Sansolo pointed out in Unseen Competitors, the way we receive and seek out information is changing each day. How we consumed media,  researched new products, or sought solutions, just last year, involves news sources and technology this year.
One thing that hasn’t changed: consumers want information. They want information on the solutions you offer [...]

With apologies to Leo Tolstoy, I’d argue that the current economic realities can best be stated by paraphrasing the opening of Anna Karenina. That is: all economic good times are alike; each downturn is unhappy in its own way.
In economic good times the industry has essentially traveled the same path, adding services, products, tastes and [...]

This week in the Healthnotes Newswire, the importance of a healthy diet is front and center.  If you’re like me, you love Greek and Italian dishes, particularly in the summer.  Our lead story this week talks about the popular Mediterranean diet, what it involves and how it’s been proven to help reduce Heart Disease risk [...]

Twenty-plus years ago, I recall a very strange political moment. As the film “The Right Stuff” came to theaters, there were those convinced its portrayal of the early American space program would propel heroic astronaut-turned-Senator John Glenn into the White House. Do you remember President Glenn?
It’s worth thinking about as we consider the moment surrounding [...]

This week Healthnotes Newswire features some great ideas for shoppers to get on a healthy track.  Heading up the list is a feature on Kombucha, a tasty drink that is hitting store shelves across the country.  Not only is it good for you, providing a healthy dose of probiotics, it also has a really interesting [...]

Healthy Snacks for the Road
It’s easier than you may think to maintain healthy eating habits during summer travels…More on this story »
Eating to Beat Breast Cancer
A diet rich in carotenes—nutrients found in brightly colored fruits and veggies—helps reduce breast cancer risk…More on this story »
Research Gives Thumbs Up to Arthritis Treatment
People with osteoarthritis of the thumb can [...]

There’s an old maxim that there are no bad questions, just bad answers. Sadly, I have to disagree. In a recent meeting with a group of retailers from outside the US, I was asked the mythical bad question. The only problem is that I’m afraid it’s a question many others would like to ask.
The question [...]

This week on the Newswire, two studies reinforce best practices for living a healthy life and minimizing the effects of aging.  What are the two biggest factors?  1) Getting all of your vitamins for healthy cell growth through foods or a multi-vitamin and 2) regular exercise.  Guess mom was right.
Summer by the Grill: Quick and [...]

Dining at a recent conference, I saw no great symbolism in placing my napkin of my lap. My friend Joy Nicholas, however, saw it very differently. She called over the server and asked if she could get a black napkin instead of the white one provided.
I had to ask why. White cloth napkins, she explained, [...]

Fresh off the presses… here is a great batch of stories to help shoppers make decisions in the store. 
Get Savvy About Your Kids’ Sun Care
Most sun damage occurs before the age of 18, so try these easy steps to protect your children from overexposure…More on this story »
A Recipe for Healthy Eyes
Eating one or two servings [...]