BE FIT VO2 max measures how much oxygen your body uses when working at a high level of exercise. A high VO2 max indicates good cardiovascular fitness, while a low VO2 max means you should consider moving your body more. You don’t have to become an elite athlete. Even a small increase in fitness has […]
WELL-BEING Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid, 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Doctors prescribe pharmaceutical fentanyl to treat severe pain. However, illegal fentanyl is often mixed with other illicit drugs, such as heroin and cocaine. Rainbow fentanyl is an illegally manufactured drug dyed in bright colors and shaped to
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Nutrition 1. Keep track of what you eat and drink to see how many calories you have a day. 2. Plan meals and snacks. Involve your family. Eat together at the table, not in front of the TV. 3. Bone up on calcium and vitamin D. Drink nonfat and low-fat cow’s milk or almond, rice,
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Weight Control 1. Make physical activity a fun part of your life! Take a fitness or dance class with family or friends. Join a team sport. 2. Use your smartphone for health’s sake! Download free apps to help you set up and keep track of your weight, physical activity, and food intake. 3. Build muscle
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Nutrition 1. Flavor your foods with sodium-free seasonings and fresh herbs. 2. Read food labels for sodium content. Choose “low sodium,” “reduced sodium,” or no added salt items. 3. Make meals at home with little or no salt. Use fresh, frozen, and salt-free or reduced-sodium canned products. 4. Make extra soups, stews, and other foods
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BE FIT Cold weather can put a damper on outdoor exercise. But, continuing to exercise during the winter months has many benefits. Exercise combats seasonal depression, increases energy, and boosts immunity against illness. Here’s how to stay comfortable while you exercise in the cold: * Wear layers so you can adjust your temperature as needed.
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BE FIT Staying fit shouldn’t cost a fortune. While trying each new fitness fad is tempting, not everyone has the money to invest in gym memberships or fancy equipment. And the good news is, you don’t need to! There are endless options for healthy movement that don’t cost a thing. Join a walking club Find
HEALTHY EATING Mental health may seem like it’s all about thoughts and feelings, but your diet plays a role in how your brain functions. Your food choices may contribute to declining mental health. On the flip side, a quality diet may help manage mental health struggles. For optimal mental health, what you eat matters. Good
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BE FIT Movement doesn’t just strengthen your body. Your mental health and well-being benefit from regular exercise, too. When you move your body, every part of you feels better. This includes your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. What’s good for the body is good for the brain. While exercise is not a replacement for mental health
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HEALTHY EATING If you’ve never cooked with barley before, fear not. It’s as easy to prepare as rice or oatmeal and just as delicious. Barley can easily be added to soups and salads or substituted for rice in dishes, such as stir fry and curry. So grab yourself some whole grain barley and get cooking.
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