Author:

Alyssa Allen

Alyssa Allen has worked in the communications industry for 20 years, starting as a newspaper reporter and then moving into marketing and public relations. Now, as a writer and editor, she loves to tell stories about interesting people and ideas. You might spot her around Grand Rapids with her husband and two children. They are hard to miss since they all have red hair. When she’s not keeping up with her kids, she enjoys reading, walking around her neighborhood and exploring West Michigan.

Posts from Alyssa Allen

My child won’t talk to me. Now what?

Child psychology experts address the top 5 stressors for young people today—and how we can help.

Get the scoop on breakfast

There's no such thing as the perfect morning meal—but there is one that's just right for you.

Dates—nature’s sweetness

Using natural ingredients instead of added sugars offers health benefits.

Patient Story

Double the love

Best friends have babies the same morning in the same hospital.

Dieting? Spurn the don’ts, embrace the do’s

Find ways to love the foods you're allowed to eat. You might forget all about the forbidden foods.

Cómo poner la mesa para bajar de peso

Una experta en alimentación y nutrición humana recomienda siete pasos para lograr pequeños cambios que resultaran en grandes resultados.

Arm flab? Lose it once and for all

Add these 5 exercises to your (at-home or gym) workout to finally conquer this trouble spot.

Setting the table for weight loss

A dietitian offers 7 tips for making small changes that can lead to big results.

Intermittent fasting: Is it right for you?

A dietitian sizes up the latest weight-loss trend.

The wonders of EVOO

A dietitian explores the many health benefits olive oil brings to your meals.

‘Nobody can do it all’

Tips for the generation sandwiched between raising kids and caring for their aging parents

The difference an hour makes

A children’s sleep specialist offers tips for helping your children adjust their internal clocks for daylight saving time.