- Eat healthy. Try to each a lot of fruits and vegetables and minimize the carbs. Carbs are easier and faster to eat on the go but a lot worse for you! Pizza is fast but loaded with oils and fat from the cheeses. Although a healthier diet may be a tad more expensive, you have to allocate
College Health
by Kendall Ryan September 13th, 2010 | Diet, Exercise, Sleep
College is a time for adjustment for your mind and body. It is hard to get used to such a big change but something you must be most conscious of is your health. Here are some guidelines to keep you healthy this year:
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There’s an Apple for That!
by TJ Davis August 16th, 2010 | Diet, Health Research
Want white teeth and healthy gums? Want to considerably lower your cholesterol? Want to an easy way to increase the fiber in your diet? Want to lower your risk for osteoporosis and certain cancers? Want help with managing your diabetes? Yeah... there's an APPLE for that!!
If you have ever wondered just why an apple a day is said to keep the doctor away, you may be interested to learn that eating apples provides many healthful benefits, from dentition and digestion to diabetes management and more.
Apples contain pectin which acts as a natural tooth whitener, and biting and chewing the
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If you have ever wondered just why an apple a day is said to keep the doctor away, you may be interested to learn that eating apples provides many healthful benefits, from dentition and digestion to diabetes management and more.
Apples contain pectin which acts as a natural tooth whitener, and biting and chewing the
The Functional Movement Screen
by Bea August 6th, 2010 | Health Research
Functional movement, do you have it? Â The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is based off the idea of our body being properly aligned and maintained so that our normal range of movement is not restricted in any way. Â How your body is aligned is an important part of your life that many are not aware of, so you may want to take more time to learn about FMS other than just this article. The FMS theory and exercises have been researched refined for 15 years by Gary Cook, MSPT, OCS, CSCS and Lee Burton, PhD, ATC, CSCS. Â Gary is a
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Prebiotics and Probiotics
by TJ Davis August 2nd, 2010 | Nutrition
There has been a lot of talk recently about the digestive benefits of probiotics. These are living microorganisms which offer a health benefit to their host, including lowering of cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing inflammation, managing lactose intolerance, and boosting immunity. Certain fermented foods - like pickles, miso soup, yogurt, soy sauce, or sauerkraut - contain types of bacteria that aid in healthy digestion. These beneficial bacterial strains include bifidobacterium and lactobacillis, two of the most common probiotics. The way they work is by adding "good" bacteria to your intestinal tract and overcoming the bacterial imbalance called dysbiosis, in
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Toothbrush Care
by MPK July 16th, 2010 | Dental Health
You know that you need to care for your teeth. You should brush your teeth twice daily using an ADA approved toothbrush and toothpaste. Flossing should be part of your daily dental care also. Finally, you should visit a dentist every six months for a check-up and cleaning.
However, your dental care doesn't end there. Did you know that you need to care for your toothbrush? While it doesn't require a lot of time to care for your toothbrush, it is important that you follow these suggestions. Caring for your toothbrush will keep your teeth healthier and looking their best.Â
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However, your dental care doesn't end there. Did you know that you need to care for your toothbrush? While it doesn't require a lot of time to care for your toothbrush, it is important that you follow these suggestions. Caring for your toothbrush will keep your teeth healthier and looking their best.Â