Archive for December, 2009
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
Making sure you get right back on your weight loss plan after a big holiday meal is what will help you maintain your weight this holiday season.
"Most of us will eat snacks and sweets the week leading up to Thanksgiving or Christmas, then continue for days afterwards," said Gaye Lynn ...
Posted in Health Education | No Comments »
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
Heartburn does not have to be on the menu along with turkey and dressing this holiday season.
“The turkey, dressing (as long as it is cooked outside the turkey), green beans and sweet potatoes by themselves will not cause heartburn because they are not high in acid or fat,” said Dr. ...
Posted in Health Education, Health Tips | No Comments »
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
If an illness prevents a friend or family member from being home for the holidays, take a little bit of home to the hospital.
"Being in the hospital, away from family and festivities, can be a bit unnerving and sad for most people," said Denice Foose, a chaplain in the department ...
Posted in Health Education | No Comments »
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
When traveling long distances this holiday season, take heed to the dangers of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a condition that can result in stroke, organ damage, or even death.
DVT is a condition where blood clots form in the deep veins of the lower legs and thighs. Sitting for long ...
Posted in Health Education, Health Tips | No Comments »
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
The most unwelcome guest at any holiday get-together usually shows up silently, when everyone's finished breaking bread or about to rip into presents.
Whenever this guest appears, adults are horrified and children are usually delighted - but everyone has gas and must get rid of it in some way. That's not ...
Posted in Health Education | 1 Comment »
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009
At a school in Boston for the children of immigrant families, Stanley Appel was handed the keys to the American dream.
"We were always told that, as first-generation Americans, we would have to study and work hard in order to succeed," Appel said. "And this country depends on people who ...
Posted in Health Education | No Comments »
