Archive for January, 2010
Exercise May Help Prevent Dementia
Sunday, January 31, 2010 22:28 No CommentsA recent study showed promise that moderate exercise in both 30 and 40 year old men and women leads to improved cognitive function. The study also reported a potential reduced impairment of cognitive function of about 30 – 40% when…
Stress Hormones May Fuel Alcohol Addiction
Sunday, January 31, 2010 9:59 No CommentsBoozingear.com Alcohol is bipolar. It can be fun and high society, or sleazing and seedy. Probably why we all like it so much–without it I’d never have a girlfriend! But, a big reason people drink is to relieve stress. You’ve seen it in the movies, the lonely detective pours a scotch after a rough day on the beat. And, there…
“Just do It!”
Saturday, January 30, 2010 13:03 No CommentsYears ago Nike adopted a logo statement, “Just do it!” The phrase did not say, “Well, let me think about it.” Needless to say that statement would carry little momentum for achievement for a weight loss goal. I suggest thinking…
Healthy Eating When Cooking for One
Saturday, January 30, 2010 12:52 No Commentssxc.hu: trinamole Most of us have faced cooking for one at some time or another. Problem is, when you work long hours, you may be in no mood to come home and whip up a storm in the kitchen–for one person. But, you probably want to eat well and feel healthy too. It’s a bit of a catch-22! If you…
First Lady Michelle Obama Joins the Fight Against Obesity
Saturday, January 30, 2010 10:09 No CommentsEatTheView Like many second-in-commands before her (let’s be honest, the First Wife is REALLY the next in power), current First Lady Michelle Obama has championed causes close to her heart. Most hyped was her “first garden,” the Whitehouse’s organic backyard garden, and her work encouraging Americans to eat more fruits and vegetables. And now, Michelle wants to help put an…