Promote Healthy Lunches And Lifestyles For Your Kids
August 31st, 2010
More than 12 percent of U.S. high school students are obese (≥ 95th percentile for body mass index) and 78 percent eat fruits and vegetables less than five times per day, according to a 2009 survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The same study indicates that, of the schools surveyed, only 18 percent provide outlets for students to purchase fruits or vegetables at school while 77 percent provide soda for purchase. While poor nutrition and childhood obesity are critical issues threatening our children’s short and long-term health, proper nutrition helps prevent childhood obesity, promotes physical growth and … Continue reading →
Egg Recall After Salmonella Outbreak
August 19th, 2010
Company based in Iowa recalled its eggs on Wednesday to 380 million after some of its facilities were linked to an outbreak of salmonella that has affected hundreds of people across the country. The outbreak of salmonella began back in May, just weeks before new government safety rules went into effect that were intended to greatly reduce the risk of salmonella in eggs. The company behind the recall, Wright County Egg, of Galt, Iowa, is owned by Jack DeCoster, who has had run-ins with regulators over poor or unsafe working conditions, and many other issues about his workers. Public health officials determined … Continue reading →
Firefly Fitness Fridays Week 17
August 6th, 2010
OK, so each week we talk about something. Last week we talked about foods that can boost your metabolism and this time I thought it would be fun to talk about workout videos. Like for instance, I tried 30 Day Shred With Jillian Michaels, and while I had hard days, I found it to be a great workout that can give you a great results. There are also many other workout videos that I’ve heard great things about, and would love to try, like: Denise Austin: Boot Camp – Total Body Blast Jillian Michaels: No More Trouble Zones Women’s Health: Total … Continue reading →
Why Chocolate Is Good For Us
July 3rd, 2010
One study found that when 44,489 people ate one serving of chocolate per week they were 22% less likely to have a stroke than people who didn’t indulge. Chocolate contains more than 300 chemicals, and has been subjected to studies by many. Some effects of chocolate are good, some not so much, but we all have to admit that it tastes wonderful. Cacao, the source of chocolate, contains antibacterial agents that fight tooth decay. Of course, this is counteracted by the high sugar content of milk chocolate. The smell of chocolate may increase theta brain waves, resulting in relaxation. Chocolate contains phenyl … Continue reading →
