The Health Journal

It’s May, First Communion, Mother’s Day and Graduation Celebrations and Challenges

susanacker — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:39:30 +0000

The month started with out-of-town relatives coming for my daughter, Julia’s first communion. A chance to sweat and prep for their arrival. Not a chance to go off my weight-loss plan. The plan including simple…

There Is More To The Scale

susanacker — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:08:20 +0000

When I first got on the scale last week, it showed a little less than a pound lost. Feeling a bit sad because I have been so good quickly turned to joy when I saw…

Getting A Better Handle On Protecting Your Hands

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:57 +0000

Written By Brandy Centolanza Battle premature aging with sunscreen, moisturizers and drinking plenty of water. The hands are one of the most sun-exposed parts of the body, but people often neglect to care for them, which…

Think Inside The Box

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:47 +0000

Written by Sandra C. Liebler “During World War II, for health and economic reasons, Americans were encouraged to establish what were called Victory Gardens to grow their own vegetables. The public responded, and it was…

When the Economy Bites, Teeth Suffer

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:46 +0000

Written by Lisa Marie Samaha, D.D.S. As the economy staggers, more and more people are putting off taking care of their dental needs because food, shelter and jobs are more important. Dentists understand that; your…

Walk It Off!

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:41 +0000

Written By Thomas W. Clark, M.D. Your Walking Plan for Success Walking — it’s one of the best fitness activities that you can do. It’s low-risk, easy and free. The only equipment you really need is…

Group Exercise–Not Just for Women

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:39 +0000

Written by Stephen P. Sowulewski While a majority of guys may not gravitate toward it, group exercise offers participants—men and women alike—a challenging workout. Gone are the days of limited choices; group exercise classes are…

Medicare & Me

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:23 +0000

Written By Sandra C. Liebler When at last we are sure you’ve been properly pilled, then a few paper forms must be properly filled so that you and your heirs may be properly billed. —from…

Fight Back with Flax

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:19 +0000

Written By Tami Hulcher Conquer illness with flax and other sources of omega-3 fatty acids What tiny seed packs a protective punch? The miraculous flax seed! What makes this seed so potent? Flax seed contains…

RATS! — My Lab Results Have Fallen Into the Wrong Hands

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:14 +0000

Written By Blair Koster The secret pathways of medical test results and private health information. How comfortable would you be if you had an electronic tablet on which you recorded your most private information—but then you…

The Track & the Bean Lady

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:13 +0000

Written By Ellen M. Lambert An exercise in reflection. It was a crystal-clear, breezy fall day when I stepped onto the abandoned track. The sun was shining in a cerulean blue sky, and on this middle-of-the…

The 7 Habits of Highly Stressed People

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:13 +0000

Written By Mike Verano Break free from the cycle before you break down “We are what we repeatedly do.” —Aristotle Let’s face it: Many of us are hooked on habits. A simple review of one’s life…

Reading Tea Leaves for More Than Your Fortune

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:11 +0000

Written By Jessica Dambruch Discover the healthful benefits of tea. How much do you know about hot tea? Understanding what gives different types of teas their distinct flavors and health benefits may help you choose…

Built For Speed

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:11 +0000

Written By Rick Platt Speed work is good for the body—not just your race times. Speed workouts. Intervals. Those words strike fear in many runners—something they did in high school or college sports, and something…

The Food Factor

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:08 +0000

Written by Mark S. Smith, D.C Modified Diet Can Improve AD/HD Symptoms in Children Many parents will tell you that certain foods can significantly change their child’s behavior. Since the early 1990s, a number of well-designed…

Walter Segaloff–Still Dreaming

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:07 +0000

Written By Alison Johnson Walter Segaloff is happy for all the children whose families have enough money to meet their basic needs and still pay for vacations, trips to museums and theaters and after-school activities.…

Spring Chicken

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:06 +0000

Written by Brandy Centolanza Chicken, when prepared in a healthy way, provides the body with nutritional benefits. “Removing the skin will cut the fat content almost in half,” explains Julie Mitchell, a certified nutritionist and…

Care Connection

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:06 +0000

Written by Katie Gilstrap Q: As a care-giver to my elderly parents, I am beginning to notice changes to their nutritional needs. Can you offer any advice? A: As with many things, the rule of thumb is to use good, common sense. - Don’t judge a…

Countdown to All-Electronic Social Security Payments Has Begun

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:04 +0000

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is encouraging recipients of Social Security and other federal benefits to switch from paper checks to electronic payments ahead of the March 1, 2013, deadline. On that date, all…

Worst List Takes a Powder

The Health Journal — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:03 +0000

Written by Skip Miller I remember the day well: An early April edition sprinkled with just a tinge of March, sun shining brightly, and pink blossoms on the trees that produce such things. Somebody’s dog…