Articles about Weight Loss
The concept of eating right and exercising has been around for thousands of years; even the ancient Greeks connected these habits to better health. It’s easier said than done, though, and the quest to lose weight has become a multi-billion-dollar industry. The idea of a “magic weight -loss pill” was once the stuff of dreams, … Read more
Healthy eating is something most of us have heard ever since our days of learning the basic nutritional food groups. Now, more than ever before, because of increased medical knowledge and changing habits in work and leisure, a healthy diet may not only be the starting point for what ails you but the thread that … Read more
As we age, our bodies change and evolve. Despite our best intentions, we may become challenged by any number of physical restrictions, including arthritis, injury, disability, stress and the natural shift that occurs throughout the aging process. As we grow older, we must adapt to the challenges that our bodies impose on us. For Judi … Read more
Running is a great way to stay in shape as you age; it’s one of the best things you can do for your cardiovascular health. In fact, runners lower their chances of dying from heart disease by half. And hitting the pavement improves longevity. One study found that runners had a 30% lower rate of … Read more
It’s Saturday morning and you and your family have just arrived at the park, ready to enjoy the beautiful weather and get in some fun-filled exercise. Everyone has gotten together this weekend – mom, dad, grandparents and several kids ranging from elementary to high school age. It’s been a long time in the making, and … Read more
In the 1970s, following the influx of non-Western worldviews and lifestyles during the late 1960s, Americans began embracing healthier routines, new diets, exercises and meditation practices. The pursuit of health became the norm for an ever-increasing number of people, many of whom made permanent changes to the way they did things and are now looking … Read more