Health

This nine minute video describes the one thing all of us to do daily to get the biggest healt benefit.  To view the video simply follow this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUaInS6HIGo

You burn a meaningful amount of calories by taking several 5 minute breaks throughout the day.  During a minute of exercise you will burn between 6-10 calories depending on your body type.  So consider that by even taking the minimum of 6 calories for 5 minutes is 30 calories and by doing this three times per day you c0uld burn 90 calories and every day each week would mean 630 calories! If you aren’t all about the numbers there are many other benefits to getting bursts of exercise in throughout your day.   It helps relieve stress and clear the mind in order to focus on the task at hand.  It naturally (without sugar or caffeine) helps boost your mood and/or energy level.   There is “magic” happening inside your body when you exercise.  You...

Many of us use the start of the New Year to set goals to make major changes in our life. We want to lose weight, quit smoking, start exercising, achieve a pain free lifestyle, spend more time with loved ones, complete a home project, etc. Unfortunately, even as we set these high expectations and lofty goals we probably know that we won’t follow thru because we do the same thing every year without success. It is a good thing to set high and lofty goals. The big secret is knowing how to achieve them. When we set out to achieve a big thing or “climb that mountain” we don’t just leap to the top in one fell swoop, we accomplish this one step at a time. We can also compare this to climbing a ladder one rung at a time. As with any goal, we need a plan to...

We are excited to bring a 12-week fitness and nutrition program to our office. Our personal trainer and Weight Management Consultant, Lisa Moellering is presenting her successful LEAN (Living Everyday Actively & Nutritiously) program to our patients and friends. The 12-week LEAN program gives you motivation, direction, and guidance you need to live everyday actively and nutritiously. This educative and progressive program will: Provide you with weekly support and tools that will help with your success when planning for lasting health and fitness. Understand the necessary, but often confusing, nutrition information so you can apply it to your daily life. Demonstrations at meetings to enhance your learning experience. Join us for a grocery store tour to...

We all need a sufficient amount of sleep to be our best. During this time of year you may feel like skimping on a few hours of sleep in order to get some extra things done during your day. Not a good idea! If you are getting enough sleep, you should feel energetic and alert all day long. You are going to need that energy during the holiday season! It’s not just about energy but also your immune system, mental alertness, metabolism, cardiovascular health, and your body weight. Most healthy adults need between 7.5 and 9 hours of sleep each night to function at their best. Below are a couple myths/facts from the National Institute of Health. Myths and Facts about Sleep Myth 1: Getting just 1 hour less sleep per night won’t affect your daytime functioning....

I have learned that lemon balm is a naturally calming herb that has been used for years to treat melancholy and depression. It has also helped enhance alertness, sharpen focus, and strengthen memory for many people over many years. If you need a boost in your mood, lemon balm might just do the trick. It is the perfect time of year to try lemon balm. Not only does it help battle depression, keep your mind sharp, and put you in a good mood, it is rich in antioxidants, helps treat and prevent cold sores, and supports immunity. It’s all natural!!