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Tip of the Week Archives
In this department, you'll find a short tip, technique, or strategy about health and fitness. The tips are short, to the point, and cover a wide range of subjects. If you want the tips e-mailed to you, just contact me. I value your right to privacy, and I will never sell or share your email address with others, nor send you spam. Unsubscribe instructions are included with every tip.
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Beta-glucan Benefits
TOTW March 8, 2010
A few studies have shown that having Beta-Glucan (a polysaccharide) in your diet may help to enhance your immune system. Besides that, it may also help to lower LDL cholesterol, aid in healing wounds . . . keep reading
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No Equipment? No Problem!
TOTW March 1, 2010
You may not always need (or want) to go to the gym, or be able to afford fancy equipment to do strength training exercises. And for those days when you're pressed for time, some simple bodyweight mov . . . keep reading
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Epigenetics and You
TOTW Feb 22, 2010
Did you know that you have more power over your genes that you thought? The Theory of Epigenetics continues to uncover research that indicates that even though genetic predisposition may exist, we cou . . . keep reading
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Keep Your Salmon Wild!
TOTW Feb. 15, 2010
If you think you're not getting enough Omega-3 in your diet, add wild salmon to your weekly meals. Some studies have shown that "farmed" salmon may contain higher amounts of toxins and pesticides, so . . . keep reading
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Practice Mindful Breathing
TOTW Feb. 1, 2010
Stress seems a constant in the world today, and often most of us rarely have enough time to do everything we want to do during our day. Besides our job and other commitments, other things that may co . . . keep reading
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Donate: It's Good for Your Heart
TOTW Jan. 18, 2010
Whether it's time, money, or other things, giving to those less fortunate is good for the human spirit. As most of us have already heard and read on the news, Haiti suffered a devastating 7.0 magnitud . . . keep reading
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Boost Immune Health with These Foods
TOTW Jan. 11, 2010
Sometimes, the best foods are those that are relatively basic and inexpensive. Here are a few examples for you to consider: Fish: Two to three servings a week is ideal; it's a great source of . . . keep reading
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New Year, New Fitness Goals?
TOTW Jan. 4, 2010
Have you written down your health and fitness goals for this coming year? And if you already have a program, have you modified your program suitably? By learning or reviewing some simple concepts, you . . . keep reading
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Celebrate the Holiday "Spirit"
TOTW Dec. 28, 2009
Another year is nearly coming to an end. For some people it's a time of reflection on what they've done over the past year. For others, there's anticipation and eagerness to begin the new year! . . . keep reading
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Holiday Eating
TOTW Dec. 21, 2009
Seems like everywhere you turn, there's another holiday party. So how do you stick with your nutrition strategy around this time of year? Here are a few things you could do to help: Carry Hea . . . keep reading
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Healthy Holiday Habits
TOTW Dec. 7, 2009
With all the discussion on whether or not to get the flu shot, it compels us to know that besides getting the seasonal and H1N1 vaccine, there are other steps to prevent the spread of influenza. Here . . . keep reading
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Turmeric for Your Longevity
TOTW Dec. 7, 2009
Did you know that many of our health problems are due to our bodies having chronic (i.e., not acute) inflammation, and we're not aware of it? Acute inflammation is necessary for the body to repair itself, but once it becomes chronic, problems may arise. . . . keep reading
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Effective Home Workouts with Minimal or No Equipment
TOTW Nov. 30, 2009
If you're trying to save money and don't want to buy a treadmill, elliptical trainer, nor join a health club, there are still a few activities you can do to progress with your program. Here's a sample 15-minute program that you could try at home: . . . keep reading
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Are you getting enough Omega-3?
TOTW Nov. 23, 2009
Consuming adequate amounts of Omega-3 and fish oils may help reduce inflammatory conditions and protect against heart disease, cancer, and other chronic illness. . . . keep reading
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Keep your workouts fun!
TOTW Nov. 16, 2009
Exercise dropout rates can sometimes exceed high school dropout rates in Nevada, but it doesn't have to be that way. . . . keep reading
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