|  | | | Swine Flu Basics
What is swine influenza? Swine influenza (also called swine flu or pig flu) is a group of influenza viruses that usually infects pigs. Infections in humans are uncommon. The current swine flu which is infecting people is a new strain of influenza A/H1N1. It is not certain how it developed. It's genetic makeup shows parts of human flu, avian (bird) flu and swine flu.
Read More... | | | | So you Couldn't Get a Flu Shot? - By Jason Kroner C.S.N.
This year’s flu shot shortage has sparked some very interesting controversy. Who should be allowed to receive them? Who shouldn’t? Can we trust the quality of overseas vaccines? Are the lines to get flu shots being cut in by professional athletes and healthy politicians? Why is this even an issue - can’t we simply make more? Merely discussing the topic can be exhausting. It’s become very clear that our need for a natural back-up plan is important.
Read More... | | | | Careful Exercise During Pregnancy has a Payoff - By Eric Hollis
Q: I am pregnant and would like to keep exercising. What type of exercise
would be best ? A. Exercise can be very beneficial in alleviating some of the
troubles associated with pregnancy, such as backaches, swelling and fatigue, as
long as you follow your physician’s guidelines. It can also make for an easier
delivery
Read More... | | | | Fit Often Have to Fight High Cholesterol Too - By Eric Hollis
It’s funny how sometimes you don’t really give much thought to something unless you’re directly affected.
Such was the case last week when, on a lark, I decided to have my cholesterol checked.
I mean why should I worry? I workout. I eat the leafy greens and stay away from the french fries and cheese doodles.
Read More... | | | | 5 Critical Steps to Take Control of Your Body - by Douglas S. Kalman MS, RD, FACN
Have you ever found that for whatever the reason, your motivation to obtain a certain goal is just not there? You have already thought about what it is that you would like to accomplish; you have a mind eye's view of what you want to look like when you get to your goal. But for some reason, you cannot get out of the starting blocks!
Read More... | | | | Eating For Two - By Meri Raffetto RD, LDN
You provide your baby the best nutrition every day by breast feeding. Much of the nutrition your baby receives from breast milk comes from your body’s stored nutrients. So don’t forget – your nutrition is important too! Even while you are nursing, your baby is becoming familiar with the different flavors of food you eat. Follow these nutrition tips and set your baby up for good health that will last a lifetime!
Read More... | | | | 6 Power Foods For Your Heart - By Meri Raffetto RD, LDN
Heart disease remains the number one cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Traditionally, a low fat diet has been the prescription for heart health which causes many people to shrink away. Not anymore! The good news is there are many things you can add to your diet that can greatly improve your risk factors of heart disease. Here are 6 power foods you can start adding to your diet to keep you heart healthy!
Read More... | | | | Saggy Skin Tightening Just Takes Some Time - By Eric Hollis
Q. On Aug. 29 I had an accident, but didn’t get hurt. On the same day I broke up with my girlfriend.
Well, I was wearing a size 42 in jeans, and now it’s Oct. 25, and I’m down to a 34-inch waist.
I was wondering how I could get my stomach to get hard and look a lot “toner.” It would help me a lot if you could give me some good tips.
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