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Time to Cleanse?

These days, all the cool, gorgeous girls are doing dietary cleanses. Should you?

Cheers for Cherries

The cherry's got it all: handy size, pert round shape, ruby-red hue and a flavor so beloved it’s borrowed by everything from cola to cough drops. Not to mention health benefits galore.

Cheers for Cherries

The cherry's got it all: handy size, pert round shape, ruby-red hue and a flavor so beloved it’s borrowed by everything from cola to cough drops. Not to mention health benefits galore.

Gin is Back... Hold the Tonic!

American craft distillers are pioneering some delicious variations on the classic botanical spirit. This summer, ditch the tonic, which would overpower the delicate flavors, and add fresh fruit or herbs to your glass.

How to tell if it's an Emergency

There's nothing more frightening to a parent than a child who appears to be severely ill or injured. This list of ER-worthy situations can help decide when a sick or injured child needs immediate care.

Soft on the Skin

Sublimely soft and versatile tops are the name of the game for the women’s apparel line Body Bark.

Didier Demesmin, M.D.

Didier Demesmin, M.D., a pain specialist at Saint Peter’s University Hospital is a self-described sports freak.

8 Great Wines Under $25

Expert picks that prove you needn't be a big spender to make a big impression. Our oenologist-in-chief selects eight - and wallet friendly - wines.

Summer Asthma Alert

For children with this respiratory disorder, the season's warm days can bring danger.

Jessica's Spirit

She lived less than 23 years. She never spoke. And her grandfather will never forget her.

Anna Marie O’Neill, M.D.

Children are the center of both the professional and personal lives of Anna Marie O’Neill, M.D., an ob/gyn and maternal-fetal medicine specialist at Saint Peter’s University hospital.

Get the Scoop

In honor of National Ice Cream Month in July, we present a Princeton “ice cream crawl.”

Cover Girl: Behind the Scenes

Love our Cover Girl winners' chic looks? Find out what happens behind the scenes at Bergen Health & Life's Cover Girl shoot and learn tips from our professional hair and makeup stylists.

Hope For Lung Cancer Patients

Low-dose CT screening often finds the disease early, when treatment has its best chance to save a life. Learn your risk and find out more about Saint Peter's new screening and treatment programs.

Bergen's Cover Girl 2014

We invited, they entered, and the judges decided. Here they are: the Bergen Beauties who won our third cover girl contest.

Win It: Summer Soirée

This Months Win It: Count on Fabulous Foods to create a "wow"-worthy event for your next social or corporate soirée, featuring (of course) fabulous food, floral arrangements, rentals and a professional staff for an effortless experience.

Best Shopping

Bike and book shops to pet and paint stores. Here are the best places to satisfy all of your shopping needs.

Best Entertainment 2014

We've counted the votes to bring you your favorite places for nightlife and entertainment, from happy hour to after-hours.

Best Home & Personal Services

From the best interior designers to your favorite dry cleaners, we have all of your top picks in home and personal services.

Best Restaurants 2014

Start with bagels and brunch, end with seafood and steak. Take a look through the best restaurants Bergen has to offer.

Love At First Bite

To dine in Spain's capital is to dive into a wonderland of foods and flavors. You need to visit its wonderfully civilized capital. And if you’re smart, you’ll arrive hungry: your favorite Madrid Meal may be in a place you discover for yourself.