As the holiday season approaches, many of my clients and readers express some measure of anxiety around dealing with the over abundance of food and beverages. Here are some key elements to remember:
1. Moderation and Balance
2. Avoid “All or Nothing” Thinking
3. Keep Moving
4. Maintain an “Attitude of Gratitude” Read more
As the weather changes from hot, humid, and rainy to crisp and clear, getting outside to walk, jog, bike or rollerblade becomes more pleasant. However, autumn does bring its own set of fitness challenges with fewer daylight hours and approaching holidays such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Hanukkah filled with excesses of food, drink and calories – and more time demands competing with time for healthy food preparation and exercise, and adding to the stress quotient. Read more
The ancient practice of meditation is making news! The use of modern brain imaging technology shows that an individual’s brain has a natural “set point” for good and bad moods, with greater activity on the left front side of the brain associated with “happy – calm”. Greater activity on the right side is associated with stress, anxiety, and worry. Read more
As summer swims towards Labor Day, parents begin to think about “Back to School”, encouraged by sales promotions and bargain offers on school supplies. But are our children getting “short-changed” when it comes to their well-being?
When it comes to physical health, there is the need for regular pediatric check-ups, dental visits, and eye exams. Read more
July is the heart of summer. Sunshine, fireworks, trips to oceans, lakes and pools invite us to play, rest and relax. Stay healthy and safe this summer by observing appropriate fireworks precautions and protecting yourself against sun damage. Read more
What is the goal of National Men’s Health Week?
The purpose of National Men’s Health Week is to raise national awarenes among society and especially among men, of the importance of preventive health behavior in the early detection and treatment of health problems affecting men.
What is the date of National Men’s Health Week?
National Men’s Health Week is held the week leading up to and including Father’s Day. By holding it during the period that men receive the greatest attention and focus in our society, we are able to reach the greatest number of men and their families. Read more
May celebrates National Osteoporosis Prevention Month, National Mental Health Month, and National Trauma Awareness Month. At first, it may seem that these three Health Observances have little in common, but they do actually have similarities. Read more
Are we careful to regard rather than disregard the skin? Do we spend even one-fourth of the amount of time we devote to cosmetic enhancements to addressing the health of this most visible part of the body? During Cancer Control Month, make a commitment to care for the skin. Read more
From the revised food guide pyramid, to the latest news about nutrient timing to enhance athletic performance, to the changing nutritional needs of growing kids and aging baby boomers, to the impact of calcium on weight loss, and the low-carb fad, nutrition is in the news! Read more
February is Heart Month. Also within this mid-winter month is Valentine’s Day, and Eating Disorders Prevention Week. At first glance, these may seem unrelated, but upon closer examination, they are intertwined.
With the media focus on American Heart Disease, obesity, and dieting, there is an emphasis on weight loss for the sake of preventing coronary artery disease. At the same time, the food and weight obsession of teenage girls in particular and women in general has connected dieting with acceptance of body and self while encouraging eating disorders. Read more