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1-2-2008 (216.77 pdf doc) |
Please find attached this
week's health tip from the CDHPE/Healthy Communities Program. I hope
everyone had a healthy and safe holiday season.
DYK: If you were to take away just one tablespoon of fat from your
daily diet, you could lose as much as 10 pounds in a year. |
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1/9/2008 (208.46
pdf doc) |
Please find attached this
week's Wellness Buddy. A short list of some of the advantages from
regular physical activity and working out are provided |
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1/16/2008 (228.36 pdf doc) |
Please find attached this
week's Wellness Buddy. Test your nutrition knowledge with a quick quiz. I
hope everyone is achieving success with their New Years pledge for a
healthier lifestyle. Have a great day. |
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1/23/2008 (235.72 pdf doc) |
Please find attached this
week's Wellness Buddy. Take a simple quiz to ascertain your stress
resistance score. Have a healthy and safe day |
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1/30/2008 (193.06 pdf doc) |
Please find attached this
week's Wellness Buddy. Friday, February 1st is Go Red for Women the
national campaign to raise awareness of Heart Disease and Stroke and
preventive measures among women. And, February is National Heart Month.
So check out the Go Red Heart Check Up and free 12 week physical
activity program at
www.goredforwomen.org/take_action.aspx
Have a healthy and safe day |
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2/6/2008 (291.10 pdf doc) |
This week's topic continues
with the theme heart disease and stroke prevention.
Have a healthy and safe weekend! |
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2/13/2008 (234.25 pdf doc) |
Attached is this week's
Wellness Buddy. Both hypertension and high blood cholesterol are
symptomless risk factors for cardiovascular disease. This week's buddy
topic reviews the relationship between diet and cholesterol.
Have healthy and safe day |
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2/20/2008 (338.75 pdf doc) |
In keeping with February's
Step Up, Florida! campaign this week's Wellness Buddy highlights not
only the physical but social and mental, emotional and spiritual health
related to fitness. If your fitness level tends to lean towards
"sedentary behavior" consider incorporating more physical activity into
your daily routine.
Have a healthy and safe week |
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2/27/2008 (201.11 pdf doc) |
Please find attached this
week's Wellness Buddy. Making informed food choices is a significant
factor in developing sound healthy eating practices. This week's "buddy"
lists suggestions to aid you when choosing your meal at fast food
establishments. |
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3/5/2008 (209.79 pdf doc) |
Since March is "National
Nutrition Month®" this week's
Wellness Buddy topic is making healthy food choices. Take a few moments
to rate your habits and outline a plan for wholesome change.
Thank you for your support. Have a healthy and safe day |
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3/12/2008 (242.04 pdf doc) |
This week's "buddy" is
dedicated to spring, fitness, and Step Up, Florida!. Keep in mind the
foundation for optimal intellectual and physical performance and the
prevention of chronic diseases is based on physical activity and sound
nutrition practices. Have a healthy and safe day |
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3/19/2008 (214.04 pdf doc) |
Happy Spring everyone
This week's Wellness Buddy topic is "Caffeine" DYK?
Caffeine raises the body temperature because it stimulates metabolism.
When running a fever avoid fluids with caffeine in them. Have a
healthy and safe day |
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3/26/2008 (216.83 pdf doc) |
This week's Wellness Buddy
topic spotlights reasons and tips for building an individual
strength-training program. Toning combined with aerobic activity are two
weapons in the arsenal against the effects of premature aging. |
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4/2/2008 (210.62 pdf doc) |
Happy National Public
Health Week everyone!
Preventing workout injuries is this week's Wellness Buddy topic. |
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4/9/2008 (222.46 pdf doc) |
Please consider daily
exercise if you don't already participate in regular physical activity.
As you consider among choices of physical activity remember it is
important to choose something you enjoy. It's unlikely that you'll
continue if you don't enjoy the activity or can't perform it very well.
This week's Wellness Buddy covers some exercise myths. Thank you for
your support and have a healthy and safe week! |
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4/16/2008 (216.24 pdf doc) |
With fuel and food prices
going up everyday, more and more of our time appears to be devoted
seeking the best bargain. This week's Wellness Buddy is devoted to food
label reading to assist in making informed food choices.
Have a great day! |
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4/23/2008 (352.74 pdf doc) |
Informed and healthy eating
may appear expensive with each trip to the supermarket, but the cost of
poor nutrition is considerable --- coping with chronic diseases,
medications, loss of quality of life, possible hospitalizations, etc.
In conjunction with this week's Relay for Life event, I've dedicated
this week's Wellness Buddy to the topic of the relationship of color in
our diet to the prevention of cancer.
Have a healthy and safe week! |
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4/30/2008 (217.63 pdf doc) |
I hope everyone is enjoying
this cool brisk morning. Please find attached this week's Wellness
Buddy. Have a healthy and safe week! |
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5/7/2008 (201.98 pdf doc) |
Attached is this week's
Wellness Buddy. Take a few moments for yourself and complete the stress
self- inventory; see how you score!
The Jackson County Farmer's Market will be opening Saturday, May 10th.
The market will be open each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning.
Arrive early for the best selection. The market opens at 6:00 a.m.
Keep in mind the farmers leave after they sell their entire amount of
picked product; typically, mid-morning. This is a great opportunity to
purchase fresh fruits and vegetables with which to "paint your plate".
DYK? A yawn doesn't always
mean you're tired; a sigh doesn't always mean you're in love. Sometimes
these phenomena simply mean that your body is relieving itself of
stress.
Have a healthy and safe day! |
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5/14/2008 (296.33 pdf doc) |
Please accept my apology
for being out of pocket and being a day late sending the Wellness Buddy
around. Remember when building more activity into your daily routine
it's the season to:
Slip, Slop, Slap!
It sounds like a breeze when you say it like that
Slip, Slop, Slap!
In the sun we always say "Slip, Slop, Slap!"
Slip, Slop, Slap!
Slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, and slap on a hat!
Slip, Slop, Slap!
You can stop skin cancer - say "Slip, Slop, Slap!"
Have a healthy and safe day |
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5/21/2008 (254.63 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone,
More than 100 years ago the major causes of death, such as pneumonia,
tuberculosis, bronchitis, and digestive diseases, were most likely to
have been "caught". Taking into consideration one can't avoid
hereditary and some environmental factors, today's diseases are most
likely to be "contracted" from neglect of the body.
Examples are heart disease and stroke, cancer, and diabetes.
Benefit your health status by employing positive choices and remember
"stick-with-it-ness" counts! |
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5/28/2008 (239.75 pdf doc) |
Today's Wellness Buddy
contains some alternatives to hitting a poorly stocked snack machine
when that afternoon slump hits. Choose one of these options and see if
you aren't reinvigorated!
Fitness is Hot! |
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6/4/2008 (224.46 pdf doc) |
This week's Wellness Buddy
topic is devoted to tips geared toward overcoming stumbling blocks that
may arise during efforts to lose those extra pounds.
Fitness is Hot!
Have a healthy and safe day |
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6/11/2008 (333.18 pdf doc) |
I hope everyone has had a
great week thus far. This weeks buddy offers some suggestions to
providing variety to cardio exercise by adding some interval training
into your workout. |
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6/18/2008 (231.35 pdf doc) |
Attached is this week's
Wellness Buddy! Please don't let the hot weather spoil your
fitness activities - avoid the heat of the day; choose early morning or
late afternoon and "get moving"!
Fitness is Hot! |
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6/25/2008 (237.89 pdf doc) |
We are all aware that
sunburn is caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays, or the light rays from the
sun. UV rays aren't only responsible for sunburn but also for aging of
the skin, faster wrinkling of the skin, and cataract development.
Today's buddy topic is the Ultraviolet (UV) Index Forecast. The forecast
is a rating ranging from 0-15 with 0 being a minimal
health risk and 10 and above being a very high health
risk.
When you are planning on spending time outdoors, play it safe!
Take precautions use sunscreen, wear sunglasses, beware of reflected
light, use umbrellas, and use moisturizers, lip balms and creams
containing sunscreens. It can make a dramatic difference in your skin
appearance for years to come.
E X E R C I S E Healthcare every BODY
can afford! |
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7/09/2008 (176.78 pdf doc |
Did you know? Bagdad
754 A.D was the site and year of the first drug store. Camphor, cloves
and fruit syrups were the distributed "drugs" of the day. They sound
much more appealing than the other prescribed medications offered which
included frog toes, antelope droppings, and lizard blood.
This week's Wellness Buddy reminds us to be cognizant of medicine, food
and nutrient interactions!
Have a healthy and safe day!
Fitness is Hot! |
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7/16/2008 (186.79 pdf doc) |
Attached is this week's
Wellness Buddy. Thank you for all your support and encouragement. I hope
everyone has a healthy and safe Wednesday. |
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7/23/2008 (235.77 pdf doc) |
This week's Buddy describes
the 3 variables that should be adhered to achieve and maintain a healthy
lifestyle. I hope everyone has a healthy and safe day. |
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8/06/2008 (237.52 pdf doc) |
Today's "Buddy" offers 3
stretch band exercises that can be completed in your office area. Please
take an opportunity to "work out" a couple of times a day to prevent
injury from repetitive movements.
Have a healthy and safe day! |
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8/13/2008 (256.30 pdf doc) |
I hope everyone is enjoying
the rain and gardens are flourishing! This week's buddy offers a
suggestion for beating today's "portion distortion" that often leads to
overeating and its related health problems.
Have a healthy and safe week. |
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8/20/2008 (349.52 pdf doc) |
Good afternoon everyone,
With fuel and grocery expenses escalating, this week's buddy outlines a
few ways to tighten the financial belt with food costs with the added
bonus of possibly achieving a healthier waist circumference, too.
Thank you for all your support Have a healthy and safe week! |
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8/27/2008 (405.21 pdf doc) |
Are you interested in
feeling less stressed, less frazzled, more able to concentrate, and have
improved sleep quality? Well... choose your approach, work out or
work it in! That's right, physical activity/exercise is the key.
Whichever approach you choose it shouldn't take long to realize that
physical activity\exercise will improve the quality of your life.
Have a great day! Thank you for your support. |
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9/03/2008 (360.95 pdf doc) |
Many individuals are
unhappy with their body image. They fail to appreciate their
uniqueness. Today's "buddy" offers resources for identifying and
celebrating strengths while developing desired characteristics.
Have a healthy and safe week! |
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9/10/2008 (307.68 pdf doc) |
Please find attached this
week's "Wellness Buddy". Consider adopting these tips to
make your lunch or your family's lunch more special and nutritious.
Have a healthy and safe week! Thank you for your support and
encouragement. |
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9/17/2008 (362.16 pdf doc) |
I hope you are enjoying the
slight decrease in temperature, less daylight hours and the changing of
the leaves. This week's "Wellness Buddy" outlines some reminders
to be conscious of with the coming of fall and winter. These
reminders may assist in lessening the severity or prevent infections
common to the upcoming seasons. Have a healthy and safe week.
Again thank you for your support. |
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9/24/2008 (328.74 pdf doc) |
One of the keys to "quality
of life" longevity is better physical conditioning. Included in
this week's "Wellness Buddy" are tips to aid you to beginning and/or
sticking with your physical activity or exercise program. Have a healthy
and safe week and thank you for your support. |
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10/01/2008 (352.86 pdf doc) |
Please test your exercise
and nutrition knowledge with this week's "buddy". And give the "Hot
Spiced Cider" (146.76 pdf doc)
recipe a try - cooler weather is predicted.
Have a healthy and safe week! |
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10/07/2008 (335.36 pdf doc) |
Please find this week's
"Wellness Buddy". We're all aware the best defense is a great
offense. Please use the attached buddy hand washing tips and share
them with your family members to prevent the spread of "germs" this cold
and flu season. Also here are recipes for quick and easy
chicken strips (163.52 pdf doc)
with a great
dipping sauce (158.36 pdf doc).
Both are easy prep, tasty and nutritious! Have a healthy and
safe week! |
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10/15/2008 (218.67 pdf doc) |
This week's "Wellness
Buddy" offers some beneficial information to aid you in reading food
labels that can save you time in the grocery store and give you pointers
on choosing foods wisely. And I hope you'll fit some kitchen time
into your schedule and give the
Sweet Potatoes with Apple recipe (186.78 pdf
doc) that accompanies this edition of the Wellness
Buddy a try. Have a healthy and safe week! |
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10/22/2008 (351.30 pdf doc) |
Its a common theme among
the Wellness Buddies, but accurately estimating portion sizes and the
calorie content of the foods and drinks you consume is a key to health
and wellness and avoiding over consumption that may lead to obesity and
related chronic diseases. Use this week's "buddy" to polish your plate
skills. Give the attached
Carrot Cake recipe (315.14 pdf doc)
a try and hone those baking abilities. Have a
healthy and safe week! |
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10/29/2008
(386.06 pdf doc) |
A lot of candy is going to
be available and tempting us with the advent of the holiday season
beginning with Halloween this Friday night! Hard candies and other
foods are possible choking culprits. This week's "Wellness Buddy"
offers some first aid instructions in the event of a choking incident.
Did you know approximately 3200 Americans die each year as a
result of choking? This week's recipe is a hearty and
warming
Broccoli-Cheese Soup (326.58 pdf doc).
Enjoy! Have a healthy and safe week. |
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11/05/2008
(340.87 pdf doc) |
Good day. This week's
Wellness Buddy offers several great uses for sugar other than satisfying
a "sweet tooth". I hope you'll give one a try. The
corn muffin recipe (334.74 pdf doc)
that's offered would be a great complement to the Broccoli-Cheese soup
that accompanied last week's "buddy". The variations listed for
the recipe do not significantly vary the nutrition
exchange information.
DYK?: A study by the American Council on Exercise reports that Wii
Tennis burned 159 calories in 30 minutes; boxing 216; and bowling 117.
Have a healthy and safe week. Happy Veterans Day! |
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11/12/2008
(371.41 pdf doc) |
Hello one and all. As
a result of increased awareness of the benefits of health and fitness
there are many, many goods available for purchase purporting their
abilities to quickly improve your weight, appearance or
wellbeing. This week's Wellness Buddy suggests several questions
to ask to aid you in evaluating the real value of a product.
Taking a few moments to research and investigate a product prior to
buying can save you valuable resources and protect you from being
scammed. This week's recipe selection includes
Skillet Turkey Tetrazzini (270.23 pdf doc).
As Thanksgiving approaches and plans and shopping lists made, the
ingredients for this dish could be included for a post Thanksgiving
meal. Thank you for your generous and kind support. Have a
healthy and safe week. |
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11/19/2008 (321.48 pdf doc) |
Good afternoon, I hope you
enjoy this week's Wellness Buddy and
Chicken & Vegetable Soup recipe (321.17 pdf
doc). Please make an effort to make time in
your day for some physical activity. Also, I had a request for a
Carrot Cake recipe (313.42 pdf doc)
that reduces calories from fat and sugars but not flavor. I've
attached it so that you can take a look at it before you shop for your
holiday baking. Have a healthy and safe week. |
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12/03/2008 (405.96 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone. This
week's Wellness Buddy offers suggestions for differentiating between the
flu and a common cold and tips for avoiding both. Boost your
intake of heart healthy omega-3 fats by giving this week's
Easy Salmon Cakes recipe (319.75 pdf doc)
a try. Have healthy and safe week.
Best regards. |
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12/10/2008 (363.75 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone. I
hope you enjoy this week's pointers for making the most of the holiday
season's treats without guilt. I also hope you enjoy this week's
recipe of
Morning Glory muffins (314.29 pdf doc).
Have a safe and healthy week. |
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12/17/2008 (339.69 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone.
Happy Holidays! This week's
Wellness Buddy offers some suggestions to relieve stress that may appear
this time of year. Plus, this week's recipe,
Chicken, Apple, and Pear Salad (168.63 pdf
doc), offers a fresh spin on a main dish salad.
Have a healthy and safe week. |
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12/24/2008 (275.47 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone.
There's so much activity and personal business to attend to during the
Christmas Season and New Year that every fleeting moment becomes more
precious. This week's Wellness Buddy offers some time saving tips
for both grocery shopping and, once you're in the kitchen, cooking and
baking those special dishes, including this recipe for moist
Cranberry Coffee Cake (370.93 pdf doc) for family and friends.
Wishing you all the best of the season! See you next year! |
