Archive for 'General Healthcare'
5 Tips for a Healthy Diet in College
Posted on Apr 30, 2012.
Eating healthy while in college can be a challenge, especially when you’re having to juggle classes, internships, part-time jobs and extracurricular activities. It can be all too easy to fall into the trap of constantly living off fast food or comfort food from the student cafeteria. I know this from first-hand experience, as I put [...]
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Vitamins to Boost Your Immune System
Posted on Feb 07, 2012.
Flu season is upon us, and having a healthy immune system is more important than ever. A strong immune system can help your body fight off illnesses which will allow you to stay in top shape both physically and mentally. Very little is more frustrating than getting behind with your workload or cancelling plans due [...]
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How to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions
Posted on Dec 15, 2011.
New Year’s resolutions can be a great way to kick start a new year but many people struggle at sticking to them. The unexpected realities of life often have a way of distracting us from our New Years resolutions and they can easily fall by the wayside. However, there are definite ways you can increase [...]
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How to Have a Healthy Halloween
Posted on Oct 13, 2011.
Halloween is quickly approaching and I can almost hear the sound of the irresistible crinkly candy wrappers, but not to be overshadowed by the shrieks of registered dietitians and personal trainers who are mortified at what people put in their bodies. The month of October is the beginning of the holiday season and the “gateway to grub galore.” It is three months of nonstop cake, cookies, brownies and everything in between. Why not start the season off right by choosing healthy Halloween snacks instead of loading up on candy that will just rot your teeth out and cause weight gain? Try these healthy Halloween recipes, snack ideas and more for a fun, healthy holiday without seeing a spooky number on that scale!
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Is Walking or Running Better?
Posted on Aug 25, 2011.
As a student or professional in the healthcare field, whether you’re enrolled in a Nursing Program or a Physical Therapy Program, you are aware of how important exercise is and how it should be included in every person’s life. Any cardiovascular exercise will do, but running and walking are among the easiest and most popular forms of exercise. When people begin exercising to lose weight, these are often the first two activities that they try.