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Are You Overweight, Is It Too Late?

Saturday, September 12th, 2009
Article Body:
When is it too late to start exercising and eating healthy? Some people say never, I disagree with that. I think it would be hard to do that when you are 6 feet under because you never started eating healthy and exercising. But as long as  you are still breathing, it is not too late.
If you are overweight it makes life much harder, getting up and down, walking anywhere, much less trying to exercise. Out of the corner of your eye you see people staring and whispering. They might as well go ahead and point, too.
The best time to start an exercise program and eating healthy is when you are young. Unfortunately that is not always the case. As a person gets older, that old saying, “It is hard to teach an old dog new tricks”, is very true, but not impossible. For whatever reason people tend to be less active.
At any age a person should and can improve their way of eating and getting some kind of exercise. You don’t have to quit eating, if you do that, you might dry up like a prune. Learning a new way of eating and enjoying new foods, with a friend or group, is a good way to lose the weight.
Walk with a friend 2 or 3 times a week. Start off walking short distances and increase it a little at a time. You’ll be surprised at how much better you begin to feel each day. Between the eating healthy and exercising you’ll feel like an new person in no time and life will be better and easier.
Soon those  same people who were staring and whispering will come up to you and say, “Don’t I know you, you look so familiar, but I just can’t place you?” And you will smile and say, “You must be mistaken, that was another person.”
Start today with your new way of life; you’re going to love the way you feel.

Overweight

Overweight

Article Body:

When is it too late to start exercising and eating healthy? Some people say never, I disagree with that. I think it would be hard to do that when you are 6 feet under because you never started eating healthy and exercising. But as long as  you are still breathing, it is not too late.

If you are overweight it makes life much harder, getting up and down, walking anywhere, much less trying to exercise. Out of the corner of your eye you see people staring and whispering. They might as well go ahead and point, too.

The best time to start an exercise program and eating healthy is when you are young. Unfortunately that is not always the case. As a person gets older, that old saying, “It is hard to teach an old dog new tricks”, is very true, but not impossible. For whatever reason people tend to be less active.

At any age a person should and can improve their way of eating and getting some kind of exercise. You don’t have to quit eating, if you do that, you might dry up like a prune. Learning a new way of eating and enjoying new foods, with a friend or group, is a good way to lose the weight.

Walk with a friend 2 or 3 times a week. Start off walking short distances and increase it a little at a time. You’ll be surprised at how much better you begin to feel each day. Between the eating healthy and exercising you’ll feel like an new person in no time and life will be better and easier.

Soon those  same people who were staring and whispering will come up to you and say, “Don’t I know you, you look so familiar, but I just can’t place you?” And you will smile and say, “You must be mistaken, that was another person.”

Start today with your new way of life; you’re going to love the way you feel.

Child Health Day Tips to Improve Your Familys Future

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

Child Health Day

Child Health Day

The latest data from the Utah Department of Health (UDOH) show that 21.5% of children in Utah are at an unhealthy weight. At every grade, more boys than girls are at an unhealthy weight. Between 3rd and 5th grades, the percentage of Utah students at an unhealthy weight increased dramatically. What can be done to influence our children’s health?

October 6, 2008 is National Child Health Day and UDOH is offering suggestions to families to start making positive changes now to affect the future health of their children.

Following are ideas parents can use to help children eat healthy and get enough exercise.

1) Set a good example. Dont just say it, do it! If parents enjoy eating healthy foods and being active, their children will likely follow in their foot steps.

2) Help your kids get active. Add an hour of physical activity into your childs daily routine. Incorporate an exercise plan that involves your whole family, such as walking, biking, or going to a park to play.

3) Limit television watching to less than two hours per day. By limiting TV time and video game playing, your child will become more active. Keep television out of childrens rooms.

4) Encourage healthy eating habits. Plan a healthy menu and buy whats on your list. Include more fruits, vegetables and whole grain foods. Your child needs time to eat a healthy breakfast every day. Substitute soft drinks and other sweet beverages with fat-free or low fat milk at meals, and lots of water. Know how much food your child needs to eat.

5) Make meal time family time. Children eat more fruits and vegetables and are more likely to be at a healthy weight, when a family eats dinner together at home. Turn off the TV and enjoy the time talking about your day.

As you incorporate healthier food choices for your children and your entire family, dont forget to explain why the change is important. As you reduce TV time, be sure to communicate that it is not a punishment but rather a time to become more active. Allow children to become involved in planning meals by letting them pick some healthy foods at the grocery store or writing them on the grocery list.

Celebrating the Joy of Nutrition and Fitness Part 4 of 7

Friday, February 20th, 2009

5.    Eat strong: Put some protein in every meal and snack.

Protein, more than carbs or fat, leads to feelings of fullness and satisfaction. Including lean protein every time you eat helps to prevent overindulging in desserts and sweets. Eat solid proteins: lean meat/poultry/fish, low-fat cheese/cottage cheese/yogurt, or beans.

6.    Eat slowly: Start small and savor thoroughly.

Today’s portions, including holiday goodies, are often super-sized. Many servings are two to four times what your body really wants. Simple solutions: Eat half of what you are served; take half home. Share a larger portion. Take time to slowly savor and enjoy food.

Smart Moves for Healthy Holidays

Being active during the holidays can help your weight and your stress level. While any activity is better than none, experts suggest a total of 30 to 60 minutes per day. The ideal combination is a variety of activities to build aerobic capacity, strength, and flexibility.

1.    Move more: Every step counts toward better health.

When it comes to activity, every step you take has health benefits–both physical and mental. The goal is to move more and sit less. Get off the couch and aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity a day, at least 10 minutes at a time, at least 5 days a week.

Celebrating the Joy of Nutrition and Fitness Part 2 of 7

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009

2.    Get the most nutrition from your calories: Enjoy nutrient-rich meals and snacks before you dive into the desserts and sweets. Enjoy a hearty breakfast every morning. Carry power snacks (nuts, string cheese, dried fruit, etc.) for shopping expeditions and outdoor activities.

3.    Make smart choices from every food group: Holiday goodies are a food group too! Make smart choices by going for quality rather than quantity. Choose the items that you really want to eat, choose moderate serving sizes, and choose to enjoy them slowly and thoroughly.

When we take time to savor our food, we are actually satisfied with smaller portions. Hayes said. When we take time to be physically active, we actually feel more energetic and in control of our lives.

Eat Right Montana, a statewide coalition promoting healthful eating and active lifestyles, urges all Montanans to enjoy the benefits of nutrition and fitness this holiday season.

Smart Eats for Healthy Holidays

Healthy eating is not about being on a diet–or passing up all your favorite holiday foods. The way to maintain a healthy weight all year long is to make smart choices all day long. These six habits can help you enjoy the season with lots of energy and no weight gain!

Celebrating the Joy of Nutrition and Fitness Part 1 of 7

Thursday, February 5th, 2009

It’s that season again: when we eat too much and move too little, when tempting foods are everywhere, and when darker, colder days make it easier to sit on the couch than to be active. It’s the season when many of us put our health on hold until it’s time for New Year’s resolutions again.

There’s a much more positive way to approach the holiday eating season, according to Dayle Hayes, a registered dietitian with Nutrition for the Future in Billings . You actually can maintain your weight, increase your energy level, and stay healthy throughout the holidays–without giving up any of the traditional treats. Just imagine how nice it would be not to have to diet in January!

According to Hayes, paying attention to nutrition and fitness can also have significant mental health benefits. Eating well and being active are two wonderful ways to reduce stress and keep your holiday spirits intact. Here are three tips for healthful eating during the holidays (and year-round too):

1.    Balance holiday food with enjoyable activity: Promise yourself that you will devote 30 to 60 minutes to physical activity every day–and make active time fun time. Take a walk to see holiday decorations up close. Dance with someone you love. Play outside with children. Meet a friend at the gym.