Weight Control The average American consumes about 37 percent of calories from fat. That’s about 10 percent too much. Fat is the most concentrated source of calories. One level tablespoon of oil or shortening, for example, has 120 calories! Yet less than half the fat in most foods is actually visible. So it’s a good […]
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Weight Control * Waist measurements of more than 40 inches for men and more than 35 inches for women increase the risk for diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Exercise more and eat less to trim your waist. Limit high calorie foods. * Cut calories and car exhaust at the same time – walk
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Nutrition 4 Servings Ingredients: 1 pound turkey breast cut lengthwise into 4 slices or 4 chicken breast halves, skin and bones removed (cutlet may be used if desired) 1 Tbsp. margarine or oil 3 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. water 1/4 tsp. low-sodium chicken bouillon granules 1-1/2 tsp. dried parsley (or 2 Tbsp. fresh, minced)
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Nutrition 8 Servings, about 1 cup each Ingredients: 1 cup cabbage, shredded 1 pound ground turkey 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1 cup white rice, uncooked 2 cups tomato sauce 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. ground oregano Directions: 1. Place shredded cabbage in a lightly greased 2-quart casserole dish. 2. In skillet, cook turkey until
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Nutrition 5 Servings, about 1 slice (3 oz.) each Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey, lean 1/2 cup oats, regular, dry 1 large egg, whole 1 Tbsp. onion, dehydrated 1/4 cup ketchup Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients and mix well. 2. Bake in a loaf pan at 350ºF for 25 minutes or to internal temperature of
Fitness If you live in a climate with distinctly different seasons, you’re lucky: You can vary your fitness program with changing conditions. But weather adds more than interest to your routine; it can affect your body’s response to exercise. An exercise done comfortably in one season-like jogging in the spring or fall, for instance-can become
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Healthy Travel Even if you’re jetting to a sunny climate on your dream vacation, travel can be stressful. Any change in routine, scenery, eating habits, or time zones can take its toll on your well-being. Here are some things you can do to minimize travel stress. * Begin to prepare for your trip well in
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Substance Use & Abuse Underage drinking is a growing problem. All too often, teenage drinking leads to: * Traffic accidents (many of them fatal). * Destruction of property. * Violent or antisocial behavior. * Poor academic performance. * Disciplinary problems. * Withdrawal from social activities. * Problems coping with stress. If you suspect (or know)
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Fitness How do you measure the success of your fitness program? By how much weight you lose? How many inches you trim off your waistline or hips? How well you sleep at night? How energetic you feel? These are all worthwhile criteria. Another way to evaluate your fitness level-and assess your progress-is to keep track
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Fitness Take control of your health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that more than 50 percent of adults in the U.S. don’t exercise enough. Of those, 25 percent are not active at all. Combined, they probably have a million and one excuses – 99.9 percent of which are probably not valid. Excuse
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