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Turn It Off and Get Outside: National Day of Unplugging
I'm not going to lie to you. I'm a huge fan of technology because it not only makes my life easier, but it supports my healthy lifestyle. I'm grateful for my treadmill on rainy days, my iPod's tunes and healthy apps to motivate me to get moving, and my heart rate monitor that tells me how hard I'm working.
Give Those Balding Boys a Second Look — They're Healthy!
Here's the thing about bald men: they live longer (but with less hair). That's according to a new study that found men who go bald by 30 appear less likely to develop prostate cancer. Young men go bald thanks to a high level of testosterone — but the manly hormone also wards off tumors.
What Kind of Metabolism Do You Have?
I have girlfriends who can regularly devour three slices of pizza, a Caesar salad, and a slice of cheesecake and not worry about gaining a single ounce. Then some of my other friends can't eat more than a piece of grilled fish with steamed broccoli, or they'll end up going up a dress size. Our metabolism determines how our bodies break down the food we eat into energy; for some of us it's fast, and for some of us it's slow.
Kraft Announces Plans to Slash Sodium by 10 Percent
Kraft, the largest food maker in the US, has announced plans to cut sodium levels in its North American products by 10 percent over the next two years. The move, which will affect over 1,000 products, will eliminate more than 10 million pounds of salt from some of the country's most recognizable foods, like Oscar Mayer Bologna, Velveeta, and Easy Mac. Kraft's attempt to reach health-conscious consumers follows a plea that First Lady Michelle Obama gave Tuesday to corporate food giants, urging them to produce more healthful food.
Speak Up: Preventing Weight Gain When Dating
When you first start dating someone it's an exciting time where you're spending a lot of time together. The problem is, those times together include going out to eat, catching coffee and dessert, and sharing bottles of wine. You're also more likely to skip out on your regular workouts in exchange for hours of cuddling on the couch.
Spring Danger: First Exposure to Sun
I'm definitely feeling Spring fever now that the snow around me is melting and the temperatures are reaching in the 50s. It's inspiring me to exercise outdoors and take walks on my lunch break. If Spring is calling you outside as well, I need to act like a mom here for a sec and tell you to be careful of the sun's rays.
Good News For Oreo and Velveeta Lovers: Kraft Cutting Sodium
All you Oreo, Velveeta, Philadelphia cream cheese, and Oscar Mayer bologna lovers out there will be pleased to know that Kraft, the maker of all those foods, plans to cut sodium levels in its North American brands by about 10 percent. The reduction will take place over the next two years, which isn't exactly soon, but at least a change is in the air. It's the latest company trying to address health concerns since high blood pressure and other conditions associated with a high sodium diet are so prevalent now.
Stats on the Health of the Union
The National Center For Health Statistics, a branch of the Centers For Disease Control, released its latest batch of numbers on the behavior of American adults, and in my opinion, the numbers don't paint a pretty picture. After surveying over 79,000 Americans age 18 or older, the center compiled some interesting stats on the state of our healthy and not-so-healthy habits.
- Six out of 10 adults drink alcohol, while nearly 25 percent responded that they were lifetime abstainers.
Avoid These Bad Habits For Your Chompers
I know dental care isn't the most exciting topic, but healthy teeth are important and make for a lovely smile. Speaking of lovely smiles, remember the scene in Pretty Woman when Julia Roberts announces that "you shouldn't neglect your gums"? With that said, let's review some common bad dental habits that can lead to health issues like gingivitis.
You Asked: Running and Shin Splints?
Hi Fit,
I recently switched to running on the road because the weather has gotten so nice where I live and frankly I was bored of treadmill. I'm loving the warm sun and fresh air, but I'm suffering from slight pain in the fronts of my lower legs. I'm pretty sure it's shin splints because I've had this before when I was a kid, but I'm wondering, is it bad to keep running?
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