Fitness professionals speak of the benefits of walking for the body and how it can lead to weight control and a healthy life style. Let’s also take our mind for a “walk” and exercise and energize it. There are many methods for stimulating the mind. When we exercise the body we are delivering new, fresh […]
For those of us who love statistics, this article will list some numbers and calculations related to BMI. BMI is calculated by dividing your weight by your height in inches. For example a 160 lb person with a height of 70 inches has a BMI of 23. A 180 lb person with a height
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If you want to stop smoking, here are a few ideas that may help in the process. List your reasons for smoking and note the time and place where smoking most often occurs. Determine what you will do instead during those times. Remind yourself of all the health benefits of not smoking and how thankful
On one of my own annual trips to the Doctor’s office, I asked his advice on what I could do to maintain good health. He made the following points: · First, don’t smoke. · Second, wear a seatbelt while in a vehicle. · Third, eat moderately from all food groups. · Fourth, exercise daily.
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WellAdvantage Wellness Tip Tips to Help with Smoking Cessation One reason people smoke is that the nicotine helps them relax. Once you quit, you’ll need another way to cope with stress. Try getting regular massages, listening to relaxing music or learning yoga or tai chi. If possible, avoid stressful situations during the first few weeks
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November 2011 This November, the American Diabetes Association brings to light the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of prevention and control. “Recent estimates project that as many as one in three American adults will have diabetes in 2050 unless we take steps to Stop Diabetes.” Diabetes is a serious disease. If it isn’t managed,
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Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic pain and stiffness in the muscles and soft tissue of the body. Common pain sites include the hands, neck, shoulders, back and knees. Diagnosis of FM is made when a patient has widespread pain throughout the body for longer than a 3 month period or tenderness in at least 11
Reports from the Surgeon General, the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and several governmental reports indicate that physical activity and obesity are two of the leading health indicators. Not being overweight or obese may prevent early death from heart disease, diabetes, and other major causes of death
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