Bye Bye 2008, Spend Wisely in 2009

By Jason Simon on Dec. 31, 2008 Comments?

The holidays are almost over and 2009 is just around the corner. Having never held to my New Year’s Resolutions in years past, I'm not going to make any this year. Read...

Obama House Parties

By Suzanne Kahn on Dec. 15, 2008 Comments?

On the campaign trail, President-elect Obama talked a lot about changing the way government works. Now that he’s elected, he’s begun involving more people in government. Read...

Obama & Government 2.0

By Jason Simon on Nov. 26, 2008 Comments?

President-elect Obama and his Government 2.0 team have set up a new feature on their change.gov website that will allow the transition team to get instant feedback from the public on top priorities. Read...

How To Eat Healthy

By Angela Pifer on Nov. 20, 2008 Comments?

Eating is an essential part of our everyday lives. It can be a source of energy, enjoyment and health. Learning to eat healthfully, exercise regularly, and better manage your stress will not be an overnight process. Read...

Eating Tips For Trips

By Angela Pifer on Nov. 11, 2008 Comments?

Whether for business or pleasure, one of the joys of traveling is enjoying the food. Read...

What Does Obama Mean for Your Money?

By Anya Kamenetz on Nov. 07, 2008 Comments?

What Does Obama Mean for Your Money? Read...

Congratulations Barack Obama! As you get to work, remember us!

By Jason Simon on Nov. 04, 2008 Comments?

Congratulations Barack Obama! Read...

Are any vegetables BAD for you?

By Angela Pifer on Oct. 28, 2008 Comments?

Quick! Name five different vegetables you’ve cooked in the last week. Tough, huh? Read...

Organic vs Non-Organic

By Angela Pifer on Oct. 23, 2008 Comments?

The Budgeted Organic: Which Conventionally Grown Fruits and Vegetables are the Safest? Read...

How To Get Off The Emotional Eating Rollercoaster

By Angela Pifer on Oct. 16, 2008 Comments?

Food nurtures our bodies and our souls. Food should be used for the purpose of self care and not self deprivation. Read...

Bar Exam: Does Your Energy Bar Pass the Test?

By Angela Pifer on Oct. 09, 2008 Comments?

Whether you are headed to the gym after work or hitting the trail on the weekend, energy bars can be a convenient and quick fix to your hunger needs. Read...

Your Agenda, The Candidates Response

By Suzanne Kahn on Oct. 08, 2008 Comments?

Over the next month, we need to remind the candidates: Young people are voting in record numbers, so we expect the candidates to pay attention to the way issues impact us. Read...

Sunlight is D-licious!

By Angela Pifer on Oct. 02, 2008 Comments?

The warning that should appear on sunscreen containers is, "Warning -- you're not getting enough sun." Read...

Help Set Our Agenda: Vote Today!

By Suzanne Kahn on Sep. 22, 2008 Comments?

In this election season, here’s another chance to express your opinion: help set Qvisory’s advocacy agenda by voting on which issues we should address. Read...

Be a Qvisory Contributor!

By Jason Simon on Sep. 22, 2008 Comments?

Start making news now. Submit your post or video. If you have a post, email it to us at content@qvisory.org and we will work with you to post it in your account. If you have a video, upload it to YouTube and put the link in the comment section below. Read...

Tipping the Scales Unfairly?

By Erika Mitchell on Sep. 19, 2008 Comments?

Almost everyone I know has had a moment where they looked at the number on their scale and said, “Oh, dang it!”  After all, maintaining a healthy weight is easier said than done when the vast majority of jobs are sedentary in nature and it’s often easier, and cheaper, to eat fast food. Read...

Helping My Husband Lose His Baby Fat

By Kristi Jenkins on Sep. 16, 2008 Comments?

During pregnancy, it’s hard enough gaining pounds by the double digits in a matter of weeks. But then you birth a baby that weighs 6 lbs, shed about 2 additional pounds of water weight, and suddenly realize that those extra 20 (or 30, or 40) pounds are coming home with you.

And they’re pretty comfy in their new digs.

Why Birth Control Options Should Make You SOOO Glad to Be Alive Now (or, What Do You Mean, Women Used to Put Alligator Dung in Their Vagina?!!)

By Jennifer Estroff on Sep. 15, 2008 Comments?

It’s a fact that a few moments can lead to a few decades of parenthood. While many people desire parenthood at SOME point, almost all of us want to be able to have children when we feel we are financially and emotionally ready to support them. Read...

Are the Democrats Speaking to Our Agenda? Hopeful Signs at the Convention

By Suzanne Kahn on Sep. 03, 2008 Comments?

As the Democratic Convention came to a close, Al Gore asked an audience of nearly 80,000, “How will we know when [change] is beginning to take hold?” His answer: “I think we might recognize it as a sign of such change, if we saw millions of young people getting involved for the first time in the political process.” Read...

How to Talk to Your Doctor

By John Riddle on Aug. 27, 2008 Comments?

Some people dread going to the doctor; after all, no one likes to feel sick, and sometimes it’s a hassle just to get an appointment. But you need to take a proactive approach when it comes to your health, and seeing your doctor for a check-up or when you feel sick is part of the process. Read...

Need Health Insurance? Four Plans Designed for You

By Eileen Quigley on Aug. 21, 2008 Comments?

Qvisory has worked hard to develop a health insurance solution for young people. After evaluating a variety of health insurance options, we created a partnership with Aetna and eHealthInsurance to offer individual health insurance for purchase via our site. Read...

Getting a Good Night’s Sleep

By John Riddle on Aug. 13, 2008 Comments?

Sleep is something that we all need, but according to health researchers we are not getting enough sleep these days. Here are some tips to keep in mind. Read...

Sex, Love, and Qvisory: Learn as Much About Your Body as You Do About Your Bank Account

By Jennifer Estroff on Aug. 08, 2008 Comments?

As I type this introduction to the world of reproductive health through the eyes of a 28-year-old sexuality educator, I am sitting in my friend's living room on the day she is going to have her first child (well, at least start the process by getting induced at the hospital). Read...

Eating Right on the Go

By John Riddle on Aug. 01, 2008 Comments?

From parents who are working long hours, to children who are involved in so many activities, people’s schedules have very little free time, especially for eating healthy meals. Read...

The Progressive Generation: How Young Americans View Economic Issues and Why It Matters

By Amanda Logan on Jul. 28, 2008 Comments?

Millennials could well be poised to transform the American political landscape in 2008 and beyond due to their decidedly progressive positions on economic issues and the role of government in the economy. Read...

Generation Debt

By Anya Kamenetz on Jul. 23, 2008 Comments?

When I look at the likely solutions for this generation, as we face this epic array of challenges, I don't see us going back to any imagined past utopia. We are creating our own values and our own American Dream. Read...

Living on the Edge

By Eileen Quigley on Jul. 22, 2008 Comments?

Qvisory's report, Young People: Living on the Edge, shows that young people are facing tremendous and growing financial stress. We know that advocating on behalf of young adults is desperately needed to help solve the problems identified in our report, and that’s why we’re here. Read...

The Personal is Political

By Tamara Draut on Jul. 21, 2008 Comments?

We’re all reeling from the spike in the cost of gas and food. These money woes are compounded by a disturbing reality: most young people today are earning less than their parents did a generation ago. As we grapple with the enormous economic challenges confronting us, it’s helpful to remember that The Personal is Political. Read...

Everything in Life is Negotiable, Even Medical Bills (Part 3)

By Andrew Cohen on Jun. 03, 2008 Comments?

This post is the third part in a series about the steps you can take to deal with unaffordable medical bills.

This installment addresses the importance of public health coverage programs.  If you have private insurance, it’s important to listen up: public programs may be available to help you, too. 

Household Products and Your Health

By Billy Amon on May. 30, 2008 Comments?

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the air inside our homes can have two to five times the level of pollutants as the air outside.  This is due to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted from household products we use. Read...