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Thursday, Nov 29th 2012
Tips for Surviving the Holiday Eating Frenzy
OK, we've survived the Thanksgiving feast, but most of us aren't home free when it comes to the holiday eating season. There are fried latkes for Hanukkah and all manner of parties and eating associated with Christmas and the New Year. So, what's a woman to do?
Tuesday, Nov 06th 2012
5 Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
I don't know about you, but I feel like I'm constantly eating during the holidays. It's hard not to indulge in all the tempting treats that surround us this time of year. Here are some simple tips for keeping off those extra pounds this season.
Wednesday, Oct 31st 2012
Yoga: A Potent Cross-Training Tool
by Jai Sugrim
Whether you're a weekend warrior–type athlete who is training for your first local 5-K or a world-class runner about to run a marathon, you may want to consider how yoga could enhance your performance.
Tuesday, Oct 30th 2012
Sugar and High Fructose Corn Syrup: Not Such a Sweet Deal
by Rebecca Cooper, MFT, CEDS
November is Diabetes Awareness Month and a good time to think about the significant amounts of sugar and high fructose corn syrup in the American diet, which have contributed to a dramatic rise in obesity and diabetes. The addictive qualities of sugar and high fructose corn syrup are creating a new focus on food addiction.
Friday, Oct 19th 2012
The Hunger Fix Breaks Food Addiction
A study published in the British Medical Journal this week, warns that obese children could be at 30 to 40 per cent higher risk of stroke and heart disease than normal-weight children if the obesity continues. In the study, obese kids as young as five-years-old were already s
Monday, Sep 17th 2012
How Yoga Fights Disease
September is National Yoga Month. I'm sure you've heard by now that Yoga is an effective stress reducer and may even help you lose weight, but new research shows that a certain type of chanting yoga may also be effective in warding off disease. And that is good news, indeed, for all of us wishing to live longer, healthier lives.
Tuesday, Sep 04th 2012
Need Another Incentive to Eat Less and Work Out More?
The news this week gives me yet another reason to eat well and exercise regularly: the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) says that 7 in 10 cases of endometrial cancer are caused by carrying excess body fat and a lack of physical activity.
Thursday, Aug 30th 2012
Take an Aspirin and Call Me in the Morning? Rosie Teaches Us That’s Not the Answer
By now you've probably heard the news about Rosie O'Donnell's heart attack. You also may know that she never called 911 and waited a full day after her symptoms started before seeking medical help. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), coronary heart disease is the single leading cause of death for American women.
Friday, Aug 24th 2012
10 Healthy Snacks for Busy Kids and Adults, Plus Enter to Win Free Treats
Many of us don't think about planning snacks. Snacks just happen. And too often that means we find ourselves standing in front of the vending machine, pulling through the drive-through or staring at the chips and cookies in the pantry.
Tuesday, Aug 21st 2012
Tips for Staying Fit From a 7-Time Olympic Medalist, Plus Enter to Win Amanda Beard's Favorite Swimwear
Amanda Beard is not only a decorated four-time Olympic athlete, but she's also a wife and mother coping with the demands of everyday life. So she knows how difficult it can be to keep on track with workouts. Here are her top tips for staying fit (plus find out how you can be entered to win a bathing suit and goggles from Amanda's favorite brand, Aquasphere).
