They say that if you do something for 21 days, it will become a habit. And once it’s a habit, then your body will come to expect it. I’ve always liked this line of thought. I like the idea that if you can grin and bear a new hardship for three weeks, you can seriously impact your life.
Dr. Craig O’Dear has been an obstetrician and gynecologist since 1999. The field, he said, keeps him interested and challenged.
Julie Finney is the clinical nutrition manager at Mercy Medical Center. The hospital offers nutrition care to patients—many of whom have diabetes—after a physician referral.
When our health issue rolls around, I get excited. I find news stories on health matters to be rather fascinating. It’s interesting to find out what different diets and exercise can do for your body.
The term “superfood” has been thrown around so much lately. Everything seems to be a superfood. Not all healthful foods are superfoods. Only those that are rich in nutrients and especially beneficial for health and well-being are considered to be superfoods. Here are five superfoods that top many lists.
Maintaining a more healthful lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to turn into a gym rat overnight. All it takes are a few small adjustments to your daily routine.
Healthy living should be a habit. While it’s hard not to be overwhelmed with conflicting advice about health and nutrition, it is helpful to hear what the experts have to say. Here, a panel of professionals weighs in on a single question: If a person could make one change to live healthier, what do you suggest?
Having a job in which you sit all day shouldn’t be a determining factor in your health. So you sit all day? That doesn’t mean you can’t make healthful choices at the office. Here are some tips to help you make more healthful and nutritious choices.
Sound mind, body and spirit—it’s an old adage of total and complete wellness. Start your trek to wellness with this month’s selection of books from the Stark County District Library, including a plethora of ways to achieve the goal of healthier eating, a surprising look at the power of water—both inside our bodies and in nature—and a take-no-prisoners guide to overcoming obstacles.
In the past five years, I’ve noticed a big change in my metabolism. I went from working out every day and being able to eat whatever I wanted in high school to running once every three months and noticing I couldn’t eat whatever without putting on some pounds in college. After college, I’ve learned that a proper diet and exercise are crucial for my health (and happiness).
