Archive for the ‘Wellness Tips’ Category
Ten Ideas to Get Active
1 Be sure to use a push mower to mow the lawn. 2 Go for a walk – at lunchtime or after work. 3 Make certain to take the stairs in lieu of an elevator. 4 Ride a bicycle – to work, to run errands or visit friends. 5 Clean out the garage or the attic. 6 Dance. 7 Volunteer to become [...]
Diabetes Basic Guidelines
Living well with diabetes means finding a balance between the food you eat and your activity. This balance will help you to – o Be certain to keep your weight close in a healthful range o Try to avoid low blood sugars and high blood sugars o Make certain to keep your blood cholesterol and [...]
How Can I Avoid Type 2 Diabetes?
Make sure to eat a Healthy Diet. Make wise food choices. Make sure to eat more fruits, vegetables and fiber everyday. It is not as hard as it sounds. the key – Make sure to eat in moderation. Losing Weight Helps. A 10-15 lb. weight loss can often delay type 2 diabetes. It might [...]
Lung Cancer – What Is Your Risk?
Using tobacco – tobacco use a cigarette, cigar or pipe or chewing tobacco – is the single most preventable cause of death in the U.S.. Cigarette tobacco use – o Is responsible for nearly 1/3rd of all cancer deaths in the U.S.. o Is responsible for additional than 85% of lung cancer deaths. o [...]
Emotions and Your Weight
People often eat in response to their emotions, specifically strong emotions. Here are some tips for avoiding emotional eating – o Eating doesn t make the problem go away. Instead, try to deal with the problem in ways other than consuming. For instance – take a short walk or call a friend. o Think positively. [...]
Diabetes Basic Guidelines
Living well with diabetes means locating a balance between the food you eat and your activity. This balance will help – o Be certain to keep your weight in a healthful range o Avoid low blood sugars and high blood sugars o Make certain to keep your blood cholesterol and other blood fats in [...]
Decling Your Risk Of Heart Disease
Here are some ways you can decrease your risk of heart disease – Quit tobacco use o Smokers have more risk for heart attack as nonsmokers. Know your cholesterol levels o Consult with your health care provider about what your goals should be. Control high blood pressure (BP) o Make sure to take your blood [...]
Diabetes and Heart Disease
People with diabetes are more likely to get heart illness. Here are several things you can do to lower the risk – Make certain to keep your blood sugar level under control o Make certain to check blood sugar levels o Make certain to take your diabetes medicines as directed Maintain a healthy weight o [...]
The Pneumonia Shot
Pneumonia shots save lives by protecting against pneumococcal disease. Pneumococcal disease is more than just pneumonia. It is a very serious disease. It may cause infection in your bloodstream and in the lining of your brain. Anybody can get pneumococcal disease. Adults over the age of 65 are at greater risk for complications. Everyone who’s [...]
Summer Safety Basics
The warmer weather means more outdoor activities. While it’s great to be active and outside, it’s even greater to be safe and active and outside. Here are some tips to make your outdoor activities safer. Water Safety Learn to swim. If you do not know how to swim or are not a strong swimmer, use [...]