Category Archives: Diet and Exercise

Diabetics know that a high-carb diet is unhealthy, but a new study suggest a low-fat diet may be just as bad. Source

High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has been studied for its link to fatty liver, diabetes, and even cancer, but it may also affect your memory. Source

Men with low testosterone may be more likely to develop diabetes, no matter how much they weigh, a new study suggests. Source

Remember that song by Huey Lewis? “I want a new drug, one that does what it should. One that won’t make me feel too bad, one that won’t make me feel too good.” One of my “drugs” of choice: eating … Continue reading →

In my first ever group weight loss/maintenance meeting this month, one of the main topics was “What are your road blocks to success?”   Some of the answers from the group included:   • Old patterns (“I’m the fat one … Continue reading →

Two of the biggest health resolutions, for good reason, are quitting smoking and losing weight. Quitting smoking Smoking is a major risk factor in overall health. Tobacco use not only increases your risk for a number of cancers – including … Continue reading →

Here it is again…a new year. A fresh start, the air ripe with possibilities. But haven’t we been here before? I know I have. In fact, this is my 40th time coming into a new year, armed with resolutions. And … Continue reading →

“Your first time…ever?” she asks incredulously. Others hear this and chime in. “No way!” “You mean you’ve NEVER done it?” “Not even in the ’80s?” “Or in college?” “But you’ve had two babies, how is that even possible?!”   Yes, … Continue reading →

Alzheimer’s disease robs people of their quality of life. It is expensive to treat. And it takes over all aspects of their day-to-day routine. But these changes don’t just affect the people who have the disease – they also impact … Continue reading →

If you keep your eyes open for bumper stickers, every once in awhile you might see this one: Kill Your Television. A revised version might also be apt: Your Television May Be Killing You.   Well, sort of.   In … Continue reading →