15 Healthy Habits You May Want To Establish
1. BE SELFISH ABOUT YOUR HEALTH We all need some “me time” in order to stay healthy. Make your health a priority. Hire a personal trainer, find an activity you love or find some downtime at The Spa. When you’re happier and more balanced, everything magically falls into place. 2. MAKE EXERCISE A PRIORITY Hands…
14 Recipes to Try
Here are some recipes to try thanks to MyFitnessPal.com that offer new flavor combinations and healthy recipe ideas. Follow the links to get the actual recipes. Huevos Rancheros | CookingLight: Spiced up with a little bit of salsa, these eggs make a tasty, protein-packed breakfast that will keep you fueled all morning long. Nutrition Facts…
The Top 14 Nutrition Trends
A recent poll of 500 Registered Dietitians, conducted by Today’s Dietitian and Pollock Communications, unveiled a forecast for the top food and nutrition trends. Here’s a recap of what’s to come: Ancient grains are “in” again. They’re back and nutritionally superior to many modern-day, refined grains. Some to check out this year include quinoa, wheat…
11 Simple Ways To Thrive
Looking for ways to live your healthiest, happiest, and most fulfilling life? Taking care of your body, mind, and spirit will help get you there. Here are some ideas to get you started. Act like a kid. Hula hoops, frisbees, and jump ropes are fun, and great for fitness. Try something new. Experiment with new…
11 Reasons Why You Might Not Be Losing Fat
Belly fat doesn’t seem to budge. Getting rid of your belly bulge is important for more than just vanity’s sake. Excess abdominal fat—particularly visceral fat, the kind that surrounds your organs and puffs your stomach into a “beer gut”—is a predictor of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, and some cancers. If diet and…
Why Hydration Should Be on Your Mind
Research points to a link between dehydration and mental performance People who like to work up a sweat should definitely have proper hydration practices on their minds. A review in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise found strong evidence that athletes who lose more than 2% of their body weight in fluids—all too common in prolonged…
10 Things to Know About Measles
In theory, the measles virus could be eliminated from the face of the earth entirely. An effective vaccine against the disease exists. Furthermore, accurate diagnostic tests to identify the disease are available readily. In addition, because animals do not carry the virus, an entire animal species would not have to be eradicated. Unfortunately, however, if…
10 Natural Remedies for Anxiety That Really Work
By: Providence Health Team Almost everyone experiences anxiety at one time or another. Whether it’s about money, work, or relationships, modern life seems to be a minefield of anxiety-producing situations. But everyday anxiety isn’t necessarily something that requires turning to drugs or therapy. In observance of Mental Health Month, we’re sharing these simple anxiety remedies…
10 Foods to Improve Your Acid Reflux
By: Providence Health Team Do you have a burning feeling? If you frequently experience heartburn or discomfort in the abdomen or chest after eating, you may have acid reflux. Don’t worry; you are not alone. A recent study suggests that 60 percent of the population experience acid reflux at some point. About 20 to 30…
10 Easy Ways To Slash Calories
Amanda MacMillan/TIME Cutting a few calories here and there won’t show up on the scale immediately but making consistent changes will. Here are10 effortless ways to sidestep excess calories throughout your day—without missing them at all. Drink your tea or coffee plain A recent study published in the journal Public Health found that people who…
