Archive for May, 2009
Be Healthy with 5, 2, 1, 0
Posted on May 12, 2009 - Filed Under healthy lifestyle | 2 Comments
I saw this poster (this one’s in spanish) at the pediatrician’s office the other day. Thought it had some good points that if followed – on a regular basis — could provide a great start to a healthier lifestyle.
5 fruits/vegetables per day
2 hours or less each day of screen time (TV, computer/video games)
1 hour or more of [...]
Exercise is NOT a Waste of Time
Posted on May 7, 2009 - Filed Under Exercise, Heart Health, Nutrition, Weight Control | 14 Comments
To those who believe exercise is a waste of time: It’s not.
[Note: when I say "exercise" I mean in all of its forms and also include all physical activity].
While evidence may point to eating habits having a greater effect on weight loss than exercise alone, exercise should not be brushed aside.
Honestly, I get sick of hearing [...]
Too Much Junk?
Posted on May 6, 2009 - Filed Under Nutrition | 4 Comments
The text at the bottom says:
“Just because it tastes good doesn’t mean it’s good for you. Eat a little less junk, and feel a lot less junky.”
From Intermountain’s Live campaign.
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National Stroke Awareness Month
Posted on May 5, 2009 - Filed Under Prevention, healthy lifestyle | 2 Comments
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. In honor of that, let’s talk about strokes and how to prevent them.
A stroke happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off or when a blood vessel leading to, or in the brain, bursts. When the brain tissue does not get enough oxygen, it begins to [...]
Hydroxycut is Out
Posted on May 4, 2009 - Filed Under Fad Diets, Weight Control | Leave a Comment
Have you seen the TV ads with the young, good looking “doctor” who says Hydroxycut is the only thing that helped him lose weight and get a “great body?” Ooops.
The FDA is now warning consumers to stop taking Hydroxycut due to potential liver damage:
“The FDA has received 23 reports of serious health problems ranging from [...]
