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health trends
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Nutrient density is defined as a ratio of nutrient content (in
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because they condition our bodies to burn a lot
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and improve cardio performance.
Scientists think that intervals work because high-
The idea is to get the heart intensity exercisefires up dormant muscle fibers.
pumping, then work extra hard The lulls enable us to sustain the workout for at
and get the heart rate to soar for least 20 minutes. We can catch our breath and get
very short bursts of time (say, ready for the next round. The peaks-and-valleys
one minute), and then decrease approach gets the heart pumping, while preventing
that intensity for a bit longer us from burning out within five minutes.
(about four minutes). The push-
recuperate cycle gets repeated
several times during the workout.
This way, the exerciser can
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Take the plunge
Aquatic exercise is a low-impact activity that takes the
pressure off your bones, joints and muscles. Everyone can
benefit from aquatic exercise even people who don't know
how to swim. Aquatic exercise is a prime option if you have
arthritis or other joint problems, if you're overweight, or if
you want to ease into an exercise program.
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Relax while working-out Are you into it yet?
"Active relaxation" is on the rise. Gender forms of exercise Go on and add Pilates, the new rage exercise,to your
that promote better sleep, longevity,reduced stress, increased fitness routine. Tone up your stomach and hips. Feel more
energy and an overall sense of well being will continue to poised and graceful.
compete with traditional strength, weight loss and other
forms of exerciseprograms. The aging population has realized In simple terms, Pilates is a form of exercisethat targets
that fitness is more than vanity, and that flexibility, the core of the body, ie the abdomen, back and hips while
meditation/breathing, yoga and other holistic exercise using the entire body. It also increases flexibility and
routines will provide long-lasting and meaningful benefits. improves posture. The exercisesare done lying down on
the mat, and involve a series of controlled movements of
the arm and leg that strengthens the abs, hips and back.
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FUN WAYSTO A HEALTHIER AND
MORE ACTIVE FAMILY
From Stealth Health
Engage yourself and your kids in a positive lifestyle
You know why you need to be active.You may not know to Some of the movement suggestions in this article may seem
what extent obesity and sedentary living is crippling our too easy to be considered exercise.But remember: You and
youth. More than 60 percent of children do not exerciseon a your child burn more calories standing than sitting, walking
regular basis. Overall, the Center for Disease Control finds than standing. The more you move, the more you burn. It
that just 8 percent of elementary schools, 6 percent of middle doesn't matter how wacky your antics, if you are moving and
schools, and 5 percent of high schools offer daily physical having fun, you're burning calories and getting in shape. It's
education classes.Small wonder, then, that the CDC also that simple.
finds that at least 15 percent of U.S. children and teens are
now overweight, more than triple the number in 1970. These
fast-rising numbers have serious implications:
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15' Sign up for a race. Check your local paper for a list of 5K
and lOK walk/run events in your area. Many of these
events also raise money for charity, which can inspire your
children to train for the event. Don't worry about
finishing; the motivation involved in training for it is 25 Hold a night of active family games every week.
enough on its own. ,... Organize a night of matchups of the three-legged race,
wheelbarrow races, and others and challenge another ~
@ Playa game once a week in warm weather. Set up and family from the neighborhood to a friendly competition. I
invite other neighborhood children and their parents over
for a game. '26' Place small children on the floor at least once a day --
Y' and let them crawl, move, and toddle. Children are
inherently active when given the opportunity to move, yet
C0 Dance, dance, dance. Put on your favorite music and we often confine children and prevent the very exercise
dance with your children. Teach your children dance
they need. Instead of automatically finding a stationary
moves from your generation and have them show you
activity for your children when you need your own
moves from theirs (or make up moves for you to try).
personal time-out, encourage more activity.
Be Silly
@ Make out like an animal. If you have young children ages
3-8, organize an animal race. Let everyone in the family
pick an animal, such as a snake, monkey, or crab. You'll be
out of breath before you know it.
Next time you go to a sporting event, don't stay on the Instead of fighting for parking close to the door, head for
bench. Get up and walk around betWeenquarters. Circle the open spaces farther out and walk the rest of the way.
the stadium at halftime. Climb the stairs during time-outs
-- and stay clear of the hot dog stand. Take the dog (if you don't have one, borrow the
neighbor's pooch) for a stroll or run. Let him decide
Why tap your feet waiting for the elevator? Hit the stairs where to go, and follow wherever he leads.
instead -- you may actually get where you're going faster.
Get up to change channels instead of using the remote.
If you're going to sit in front of the tUbe, make it a
stationary-bicycle seat. Aim to pedal your way through a Instead of meeting a friend for coffee, skip the java and get
3D-minute program. If you don't have a bike, do jumping your jolt of energy from a walk in the park.
jacks or march in place during the commercials.
Take advantage of the local attractions. Many places Be realistic. If you're on a hectic business trip, don't
offer their own unique exerciseopportunities trails add to the stress by trying to do too much.
through beautiful parks or forests, beach walks, Tallying up just 15 minutes of brisk walking,
boat rides on the lake, bike rides out of town.
along with climbing a few flights of stairs
Check the travel section of your bookstore or instead of taking the elevator, should
look on-line for information before you travel. hold you until you get home again
and back to your regular routine.
Be sure to pack what you'll need. Walking
shoes, gym shorts, a T-shirt, resistance bands
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Foundations of Good Health
Optimal health stands steady on the four pillars of Exercise, Positive Mental Attitude,
Adequate Rest and Balanced Nutrition.
In today's fast-paced lifestyle, there is little time for nutritionally balanced meals
leading to deterioration in nutrient intake. With the weakening of this MOST
IMPORTANT PILLAR, the overall health of a person is compromised.
Nutrilite givesyou the convenient option of adding vital nutrients to your daily diets.
These nutrients form the FOUNDATION of a healthy, active and energetic body.
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The time has come. You are ready to improve your diet. It
may have been your doctor's words of advice over your blood How did you do?
pressure reading or cholesterol level, the desire to live a more
energetic life, or those favorite, yet too tight-fitting, clothes Did you check all of the above?If so, bravo for you! Continue
hanging in your closet. Whatever the impetus, you know in your healthful habits and spread the word about good
your heart you are indeed ready to begin this journey. And as nutrition! If not, take a look at those categories not selected.
you begin, realize that along the way you will not only Choose one or two to work on until they become a habit. You
experience joys, but endure a few struggles.This is natural. don't have to drastically change your current diet, but you do
The important thing is to take it one step at a time, making need to make changes that fit into your lifestyle-so that you
gradual yet consistent changes in your diet and can stick with them for a lifetime. Small, consistent changes
lifestyle-changes you can live with for a lifetime. over a course of time add up and can provide big rewards. For
example, if you are not getting 5 servings of fruits and
vegetablesa day, you may want to make it a goal to increase
Getting started your intake by 1-2 servings per day.This can be accomplished
by placing berries or a banana on your cereal, or by selecting a
Start by keeping a food record. This helps you track your crunchy apple for a snack. If you are a soda drinker and you
baseline food habits. You may be tempted to skip this phase, substitute sparkling water for 1 can of regular soda each day,
but we suggest you don't. Often we forget what we eat and that sole change in your diet will amount to about a 16
how much we eat over the course of the day. Keep this record pound (7.5 kg) weight loss at the end of the year! Substituting
for one week (or at least a minimum of 3 days), noting what just 1 cup nonfat milk or lowfat milk for 1 cup whole milk
and how much you ate. After you are done, look for patterns will amount to a weight loss of 8 pounds (3.8 kg) and 4
in your food record and mark all that apply below: II pounds (1.9 kg), respectively,over the course of the year and
\ _-7' lower the amount of saturated fat in your daily diet by 5.6
and 2.9 grams per day, respectively.Increasing fruit and
vegetable consumption or substituting whole grains for
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refined grains will gradually increase your fiber intake-a
nutrient important for blood sugar, blood cholesterol, and
appetite control. Are you getting the picture? It's these small,
I'm eating 5 (preferably more) servings of fruits and consistent changes that add up over time and help you
vegetables each day. achieve your health goals.
.. I'm choosing whole grain foods over their refined We know you can do it! We wish you success and joy on your
counterparts most of the time. (For example, do you journey.
choose whole wheat bread and pasta instead of white
bread or pasta oJ.:brown rice and bulgur instead of Lorna Williams is a registered dietician, a certified health and
polished white rice?) fitness instructOr and a nutrition consultant to Team Nurrilite.
Feeding practices to avoid are continuing to Choose a diet that provides enough calcium and iron
use a bottle, giving large amounts of sweet desserts, soft to meet their growing body's requirements.
drinks, fruit-flavored drinks, sugarcoated cereals, chips or
candy, as they have little nutritional value. Also avoid giving
You can also help promote good nutrition by setting a good
foods that your child can choke on, such as raw carrots,
example. Healthy eating habits and regular exerciseshould be
peanuts, whole grapes, tough meats, popcorn, chewing gum
a regular part of your family's life. It is much easier if
or hard candy.
everyone in the house follows these guidelines, than if your
Your child's nutrition is important to her overall health. child has to do it alone. You should also buy low-calorie and
low-fat meals, snacks and desserts, low fat or skim milk and
Proper nutrition can also prevent many medical problems,
including becoming overweight, developing weak bones, and diet drinks. Avoid buying high calorie desserts or snacks, such
developing diabetes. It will also ensure that your child as snack chips, regular soft drinks or regular ice cream.
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ONE of the most difficult tasks for parents is to get finicky Secondly, offer your children a variety of foods. When
children to eat the proper foods that are necessaryfor their offering new foods, serve small "try me" portions, about 1 or
groWthand development. We alllrnow the importance of 2 tablespoons, and encourage your child to create a new snack
good nutrition, and if it is introduced early on, nutritionists or sandwich from three or four healthy ingredients you
say that increasesthe likelihood of lifelong good eating habits. provide.
In too many cases,children eat a diet that's high in calories The USDA has created the Food Guide Pyramid for young
r and includes more than an ample amount of processed foods. children, that divides food into five major food groups--
But with a little planning, you can create a variety of tasty grains, vegetables,fruits, milk and meat. Each of these food
dishes that will give children the healthy boost they need. The groups provides some, but not all, of the nutrients children
trick sometimes is to get them to eat it. need, and nutritionists say neither food group is more
important than the other. So to give your child the best
First, parents have to set a good example by making wise chance at full development, a well-balanced diet that follows
choices and eating healthy dishes themselves.Try new foods USDA guidelines is not only a necessity,but it's the best way
and new ways of preparing them, with emphasis on dark to give your child a healthy start.
green leafyvegetables, deep-yellowvegetables, fruits and
whole-grain products.
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