Exercise Acts as a Cellular Cleanser

Posted on Feb 01, 2012 under Exercise | No Comment

As we might have expected, new research more definitively establishes that aerobic exercise helps clean out metabolic waste on a cellular level.

Yet, more research shows exercise improves cognitive health.

Posted on Dec 02, 2011 under Exercise, General Health | No Comment

Several research groups studying BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) are finding that exercise induced up-regulation of BDNF helps maintain memory and improve skilled task performance.

A vitamin B12 deficiency may be confusing.

Posted on Dec 02, 2011 under General Health, Nutrition | No Comment

Confusion and memory problems in the elderly, often diagnosed as Alzheimer’s Disease may be associated with a vitamin B12 deficiency.

Are Tanning Beds Addictive?

Posted on Oct 15, 2011 under Uncategorized | No Comment

Research shows that brain activity changes and mimics patterns seen with addiction when individuals are regularly exposed to UV rays.

Tips for Staying Healthy as We Age

Posted on Oct 15, 2011 under Uncategorized | No Comment

Here is a general “Body Guide” to various health issues with which we deal as we age.  Although mostly known and understood information for many of us, it serves as a useful guide and/or reminder.

The safety of synthetic vitamin supplements is again questioned.

Posted on Oct 12, 2011 under Nutrition | No Comment

Perhaps it is time to reconsider taking synthetic supplements. I’ve not taken vitamins for several years now. Exercise, eat mostly fruits and vegetables. If you don’t eat 9-13 servings per day, take Juice Plus+.

Healthy, happy workers are more porductive.

Posted on Oct 12, 2011 under Exercise, General Health | No Comment

By offering wellness programs, employers are acting to control health care costs.

More Information For Dieters

Posted on Sep 23, 2011 under Exercise, Nutrition, Weight Loss | No Comment

New Information suggests the old belief that 3500 calories equates to 1 pound of body weight (either lost or gained depending on caloric balance) is less than accurate.

Yeah for Yogurt, Boo for French Fries and Refined Carbohydrates

Posted on Jul 23, 2011 under Exercise, General Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss | No Comment

Lots of sensible nutrition and weight control relationships are spelled out here.  As has been stated before, “you are what you eat.”

The New Food Plate Replaces the Food Pyramid

Posted on Jun 07, 2011 under General Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss | No Comment

Here it is, the new food plate.