June 28, 2011 Right now, I am relatively 'unplugged.' My computer at home is not working. So, no iTunes, no gossip sites, no long emails, and no shopping! I now realize, I spend way too much time on the computer at home, and way too much money on stuff I don't need
June 5, 2011 The Food Pyramid has been revamped by the USDA. Is this something you even pay attention to? What do you think of the new "pyramid"? ~Erin
The food pyramid, which since 1992 has demonstrated the proper amount of grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy and meat a person should consume per day, is no more.
On Thursday, the USDA rolled out the government’s new f
Hypertension: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You
Controlling your blood pressure may not be at the top of your to do list. However, according to heart health experts, it probably should be. Hypertension – or high blood pressure – is often called a ‘silent killer’ because it often doesn't have symptoms and many people don't even know they have it.
April 23, 2011 I looked these up recently, and here's what I found!
Keep these use-by dates in mind when stocking your kitchen.
* IN THE PANTRY:
Bread 5–7 days
Cereal 1 year
April 20, 2011 This is so horrible! You have to watch this video!!!
As a 16-year-old, Galia Slayen made a life-size Barbie out of wood, chicken wire, paper-mache and — of course — two big balloons as way to deal with her anorexia.
Slayen — who es
People who sit most of the day have a 54 percent greater risk of heart attack than those who spend a good chunk of the day standing.
Researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Louisiana came to this conclusion after analyzing the lifestyles of more than 17,000 men and women over 13 years.
The scientists found that even non-smokers who exercise regularly and would be considered in good shape double their risk for heart attack if their job requires them to sit most of the time.
April 10, 2011 Do you have any tricks to passing the time while you work out? Sure magazines and books are good – but its hard to read and run. Here are some great ideas about how to keep workouts fun!
April 8, 2011 Over the past year I have made a real effort into learning how to eat healthy. I got points straight out the gate because I don’t each much fast food – but I new/know NOTHING about healthy eating
March 20, 2011 More spa, more fun – I am in!!!
Cutting-Edge Health Tips
Your doctor no doubt has plenty of great tips and advice on living a healthier, happier life. But much of his wisdom actually comes from the research results of veteran laboratory scientists and researchers. So why not cut out the middleman (or woman)? Here are some surprising lessons directly from the very experts who have performed cutting-edge studies—and you won’t believe the lengths to which researchers go to test them! Use their knowledge today to prevent illness, improve your sex life, sleep more soundly, and much more.
March 19, 2011 I work out a fair amount, but I never lift weights! Do you? Looks like we should be!
Just because you’re not vying for 20-inch biceps or thunderously strong thighs like the muscle heads in the gym doesn’t mean you should shun the weight room. Lifting weights gives you an edge over belly fat, stress, heart disease, and cancer—and it’s also the single most effective way to look hot in a bikini. Yet somehow women are still hesitant: Only about a fifth of females strength train two or more times a week.
February 16, 2011 Don't toss out the leftover Valentine's Day chocolates just yet.
Vices that are good for you? Hooray!
These are a few of my favorite things!
February 6, 2011 SW Montana is full of dog lovers! Here's one way to keep our four legged friends healthy.
February is National Pet Dental Health Month and a great time for all the pet lovers out there to re-evaluate their dogs dental health and take all the precautions necessary to keep their pooches pearly whites white!
Just like humans, without proper brushing, plaque buildup can put dogs at risk for gum disease, tooth decay, bad breath, and in severe cases, infection can spread to a canine's kidneys, heart, or liver to cause life-threatening conditions.
In honor of National Pet Dental Health Month, Heidi Ganah
