Here are some ideas to help you plan how to fit physical activity into your day at home, work, and elsewhere to help get you started. We know you’re busy. Work and family place a lot of demands on you. It doesn’t seem...
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StopGettingSick TeamEat Your Whole Grains
Did you know that there are some great reasons to eat more whole grain breads and cereals? They are low in fat. They are good sources of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein. They can be fixed and eaten in may ways...
Eat Your Fruits and Veggies
Did you know there are at least four great reasons to eat more fruits and vegetables? It is easy to do. Almost all are low in calories and fat. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals and provide fiber. They may...
Cut the Fat
Did you know there are at least four great reasons to eat less fat? It can assist in weight loss or weight maintenance because you’ll be eating fewer calories. It can help reduce your risk of heart disease by...
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Eat Your Whole Grains
Did you know that there are some great reasons to eat more whole grain breads and cereals? They are low in fat. They are good sources of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein. They can be fixed and eaten in may ways...
Pyramid of Dietary Supplements
Annette Dickinson, Ph.D. Vice President, Scientific & Regulatory Affairs Council for Responsible Nutrition,Washington, DC USA Scientific studies have proven that good diets and generous nutrient intakes can help...
Tips: Talking to the Hard-of-Hearing
Tips for the *normal-hearing* when talking to the *hard-of-hearing* (hoh). The holiday season is coming round again and there will be many gatherings of families and friends. Those who come together will include...
Teens, ‘Tweens’ Invade Health Clubs
At a growing number of health clubs, gyms and YMCAs across the country, the treadmills and barbells aren’t just for adults anymore. While experts debate whether it’s a good idea, more teens and...
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Over the past few years it has become clear that weight is an important health issue. Being overweight is a risk factor for health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and triglycerides...
Do You Need a Multivitamin/Mineral Supplement?
Nutrition experts agree that the Food Guide Pyramid offers a reliable and easy-to-follow plan for healthful eating. Eating the “pyramid way” means choosing the appropriate number of servings and a variety of...
Eat Your Fruits and Veggies
Did you know there are at least four great reasons to eat more fruits and vegetables? It is easy to do. Almost all are low in calories and fat. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals and provide fiber. They may...
Food Exchange List
Within each group, these foods can be exchanged for each other. You can use this list to give yourself more choices. Vegetables Fat-Free and Very Lowfat Milk Very Lean Protein Fruits Lean Protein Medium Fat Proteins...
Major Domains of Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Complementary and alternative healthcare and medical practices (CAM) are those healthcare and medical practices that are not currently an integral part of conventional medicine1. The list of practices that are...
Cut the Fat
Did you know there are at least four great reasons to eat less fat? It can assist in weight loss or weight maintenance because you’ll be eating fewer calories. It can help reduce your risk of heart disease by...
