In November, 2012, Sanjay Gupta, M.D. reported on CNN in a feature report entitled “Deadly Dose” that Americans – who comprise 5% of the world’s population – consume 80% of the world’s painkillers. Dr. Gupta also reported that the typical fatal-overdose victim of prescription drugs is a … [Read more...]
The Holidays
December 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Exercise is a medically proven de-stressor. Relieve holiday stress by making time for exercise, rather than neglecting it. For some of you, this stress comes from having a very busy holiday calendar. For others, this stress could come from having an empty holiday calendar. Either way, it's … [Read more...]
Healthy Teas: Some Teas To Tease You
December 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Green tea, White tea, Bancha tea. The health benefits of green tea have been widely reported. Here’s a link to more information about green tea: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/health-benefits-of-green-tea. And … [Read more...]
Researchers Say Lack of Exercise Kills as Many People as Smoking
December 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
A study equated the mortality rate from lack of exercise with the mortality rate from smoking. In reaching its conclusion, the researchers relied upon a causal relationship between lack of exercise and heart disease, diabetes, breast cancer, and colon cancer. Exercise isn’t just about looking … [Read more...]
Exercise: Goals, Intensity, Progress, and Results
December 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Do you have exercise goals? Do you exercise frequently, and with intensity, or does your total exercise regimen consist of a leisurely bike ride on the weekend? Do you keep an exercise log or diary? Do you exercise the whole body, plus cardio? Are you seeing and experiencing progress and results? … [Read more...]