The Fat That Loves You Back

Fat is back and it's good for you. We're not talking about the fat in french fries, cake frosting or croissants- that fat can clog your arteries and cause multiple problems. The good fats are rich in Omega-3s. If that sounds Greek to you, you need to pay attention because new health studies have found extraordinary benefits to a diet rich in these oils.

This weekend on Family Matters, we'll talk with Dr. Keri Marshall a Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in holistic pediatrics and women's medicine about new findings that indicate omega-3's help moms and their babies. And if you ever suffered from those monthly mood swings, these nutrients may be the answer to help you achieve a better balance. The body utilizes essential fatty acids for hormone production, which aid in reducing hypertension, migraine headaches, and arthritis. The best news- you don't need a prescription for this natural medicine.

Life Changing Questions

Even if you don't recognize his name, you most likely know the legacy of Richard Carlson. As the author of the bestseller, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff…and it’s all Small Stuff, he showed millions of people how not to let the small things in life get the best of them. When his life tragically ended suddenly in 2006, he left behind not only millions of fans but a wife and family.

This weekend on Family Matters, we'll talk with Kristine Carlson, about her life with Richard and her tribute book An Hour to Live, An Hour to Love, which is based on a prophetic letter Richard gave to her on their 18th wedding anniversary. The letter posed these challenging questions- If you had one hour to live and could make just one phone call, who would it be to? What would you say? And why are you waiting? It's inspiring thousands to take up the challenge to "live life in the moment" and treasure the gifts of love each and everyday. How would YOU answer?

Young and Obsessed

Howie Mandel and Mark Summers are two celebrities who deal with obsessive-compulsive disorder, a disease that, studies say, affects one in 200 children and one in 40 adults. They along with other OCD sufferers often recall a childhood that was difficult due to the unexplainable symptoms and lack of knowledge to support a path for treatment.
According to the Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, an international organization that provides support for OCD sufferers, "OCD is a neurological disorder defined by recurrent, unwelcome thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that OCD sufferers feel driven to perform." Many researchers believe that OCD is caused by a lack of serotonin in the brain, and some feel that it is genetic, though this is not conclusive. Fortunately, awareness and treatment options for OCD sufferers have improved greatly over the last decade.

This weekend on Family Matters we'll talk with Dr. Patrick McGrath, author of The OCD Answer Book. He'll offer tips for parents to help them recognize possible signs and issues related to OCD. As with any disorder a proper medical diagnosis is crucial to developing treatment therapies. It's worth mentioning that Mark Summers believes his considerable career success is tied to his OCD, since it was "a way for me to channel an aspect of my disease: my need to win, to be perfect, to be the best."

Mrs. or Ms. President?

As we loom closer to possibly electing the first female president, Hillary Clinton may need to think about her official title. But women who strive to break glass ceilings are faced with titles and names that have little to do with their achievements. New research reveals that the old stereotypes of gender and leadership are still prevalent, at least in the workplace.

According to the Work & Power Survey, about 33 percent of men and women would rather work for a man, while about 13 percent would prefer working for a woman. (The remaining 54 percent had no preference.) While those figures aren't earth-shattering, a deeper and more disturbing trend revealed in the study are the negative attitudes toward women who gain promotion and high-level positions.
This weekend on Family Matters, we'll talk with Carol Frohlinger, co-author of Her Place at the Table: A Woman Guide to Negotiating Five Key Challenges to Leadership Success. We'll talk with Carol about why these attitudes exist and what needs to be done to change them. You can join the fight and gain new insight by visiting her coaching blog at http://www.thethinpinkline.com/