• Do You Know What You’re Drinking?

    Do You Know What You’re Drinking?

    Posted on March 8, 2012 by

    Tap water is out, and bottled water is in. Find out the different types of bottled water, so you can choose wisely. Mineral Water How Is It Different? This type of water comes from a natural source and contains naturally occurring dissolved minerals. Why Is It Good For Me? The typical minerals found in mineral [...]

  • Why Weight-Training Works

    Why Weight-Training Works

    Posted on November 25, 2011 by

    Don’t let the fear of bulking up keep you from grabbing those dumbbells. Here’s why weight-training and cardio should go hand in hand. It’s Good For Your Heart. When done with cardiovascular exercise, weight-training strengthens your heart and allows it to pump more blood with less effort. By doing so, you can keep your blood [...]

  • Keep Carbs Closer

    Keep Carbs Closer

    Posted on November 20, 2011 by

    Give your eating habits a welcome change and show carbs some love. We tell you why they’re good for you and how to enjoy them the right way. Have Your Fill Complex carbohydrates found in grains, beans, veggies, and fruits, are all high in fiber. Filling up on these foods is actually an effective method [...]

  • Bleeding Down There

    Bleeding Down There

    Posted on November 15, 2011 by

    Spotting not related to your flow can have several causes. You just went on the Pill. It often takes a few months for your body to adjust to the Pill’s artificial hormones, which can result in light to moderate spotting during that time. You’re ovulating. When a mature egg pops out of its follicle and [...]

  • Step Up To A Healthy You

    Step Up To A Healthy You

    Posted on November 10, 2011 by

    Celebrate womanhood because every woman deserves the best. Give your lifestyle a healthy kick by taking these tips to heart. Give Doc A Regular Visit You may be reluctant to have a check-up regularly — you think it’s a waste of time and money and figure you just need to do it if you get [...]

Do You Know What You’re Drinking?

Posted on March 8, 2012 by
Do You Know What You’re Drinking?

Tap water is out, and bottled water is in. Find out the different types of bottled water, so you can choose wisely. Mineral Water How Is It Different? This type of water comes from a natural source and contains naturally occurring dissolved minerals. Why Is It Good For Me? The typical minerals found in mineral [...]

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Why Weight-Training Works

Posted on November 25, 2011 by
Why Weight-Training Works

Don’t let the fear of bulking up keep you from grabbing those dumbbells. Here’s why weight-training and cardio should go hand in hand. It’s Good For Your Heart. When done with cardiovascular exercise, weight-training strengthens your heart and allows it to pump more blood with less effort. By doing so, you can keep your blood [...]

Read More

Keep Carbs Closer

Posted on November 20, 2011 by
Keep Carbs Closer

Give your eating habits a welcome change and show carbs some love. We tell you why they’re good for you and how to enjoy them the right way. Have Your Fill Complex carbohydrates found in grains, beans, veggies, and fruits, are all high in fiber. Filling up on these foods is actually an effective method [...]

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Bleeding Down There

Posted on November 15, 2011 by
Bleeding Down There

Spotting not related to your flow can have several causes. You just went on the Pill. It often takes a few months for your body to adjust to the Pill’s artificial hormones, which can result in light to moderate spotting during that time. You’re ovulating. When a mature egg pops out of its follicle and [...]

Read More

Step Up To A Healthy You

Posted on November 10, 2011 by
Step Up To A Healthy You

Celebrate womanhood because every woman deserves the best. Give your lifestyle a healthy kick by taking these tips to heart. Give Doc A Regular Visit You may be reluctant to have a check-up regularly — you think it’s a waste of time and money and figure you just need to do it if you get [...]

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Work Those Muscles!

Posted on November 5, 2011 by
Work Those Muscles!

We give you three reasons to get into a regular exercise regimen pronto! The benefits of exercise are numerous Fly On A Natural High Exercising releases endorphins, which are feel-good chemicals responsible for happy emotions. Regular exercise also promotes relaxation, stress reduction, and even healthy sleep patterns — not to mention, it makes you fit [...]

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Rainbow Eating

Posted on October 31, 2011 by
Rainbow Eating

Take a walk through your supermarket and see how many different-colored foods you can find. Did you know that the pigments that make those foods so colorful are often also what make them so good for you? Some scientists believe that the more vibrantly colored a food is, the better it is for you. EAT [...]

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Nutrition Basics

Posted on October 28, 2011 by
Nutrition Basics

Food provides the human body with the nutrients it needs to grow, repair itself, and stay fit and healthy. These nutrients include proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. CARBOHYDRATES Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of fuel. Your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose (blood sugar), which travels through your bloodstream and supplies your cells [...]

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Children, Teens and Obesity

Posted on October 25, 2011 by
Children, Teens and Obesity

One out of three American kids between ages 2 and 20 is overweight or obese — a scary trend. Being overweight cuts down on kids’ energy levels and makes both playing and learning harder. Additional pounds can also lead to conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Here are some ways to stay healthy [...]

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Why Exercise?

Posted on October 22, 2011 by
Why Exercise?

Exercising is one of the most important ways to keep your body healthy. When you exercise, you strengthen your bones, muscles and heart. You also burn off excess fat, improve your balance, regulate your body’s metabolism (the process that turns the nutrients in food into energy and heat) and improve your mood. Today, many kids [...]

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