I’m not talking about your financial status here, but rather your fitness level. In a recent study, researchers measured four health behaviors from more than 4,700 Americans and concluded that less than 3 percent passed the full test (2.7 percent to be exact). Principles of Healthy Living Looking for lifestyle standards that would lead to […]
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One of the joys of my job is addressing spontaneous questions that arise after I introduce myself and my business to people. For example, at a workshop last week, one of the participants was wondering why she always seems to re-gain weight after dieting. So I asked her, Did you continue watching your eating habits
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I remember a lecture several years ago in which I heard an endocrinologist make a dire prediction. According to that doctor, if we don’t start making some big changes, one third of the U.S. population will have diabetes by year 2030. That number will cripple the healthcare system, and the economy. Unfortunately, as I’ve worked
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Much to my delight, both my clothes and my scale were still my friends when I returned from a trip to the beach last week. While you can learn several proven travel/fitness strategies in my recent newsletter (sign up with my free ebook), here’s how I used serendipity to my advantage: Spin a negative into a
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With winter in full swing, colds and flus aren’t far behind! But here’s some good news–eating a healthy diet can help strengthen your immune system to ward off illness. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends these nutrients and foods: Protein: helps the body defend itself. Sources: eggs, soy, unsalted seeds and nuts, lean meats,
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The holidays can be a tricky time to navigate if you’re trying to exercise and watch your weight. But sticking to a healthy routine during this time can keep your energy and “jolly” spirit up. Here are some tips and tricks to help keep you fit: Be conscientious about your eating habits the days leading
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Here are some guidelines for healthful food choices in midlife and beyond. 1) Practice “power eating” While your caloric needs decrease with age, most nutrient requirements do not. Goal: eliminate “empty calorie” foods; select foods packed with nutrition 2) Stay hydrated Water is a critical nutrient. Because thirst sensitivity decreases with age and some medications
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