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  • Five ways to fit fitness in at work  10/25/11

    Does a desk job hold you down? Eighty percent of Americans have sedentary jobs, which can pose problems for healthy living. Holding a job is associated with a busier routine and fewer opportunities for exercise.

    Don’t let an office job get the best of your eating and exercise habits. Here are five ways to fit in …

  • Did I just exercise?  10/25/11

    As a personal trainer, the number one excuse I hear for not staying active is time. Granted, most of us have busy schedules and realistically there is little time or money for gym memberships, but staying active doesn’t have to involve the gym or lengthy workouts. In fact, a study recently published in The Lancet, …

  • Pumpkins: The jack of all trades!  9/27/11

    We can thank the Irish for introducing us to pumpkin carving. Actually, the Irish used potatoes and turnips but once they came across the pond they discovered our native pumpkins were better for carving. The pumpkin is so versatile and economical. Read on to see just how many uses there are for this Halloween favorite.

    From the porch …

  • Health and wellness in the zone  9/27/11

    In certain areas of the world coined The Blue Zones, it appears that the fountain of youth isn’t due to the water, but rather a pool of particular

    lifestyle habits. In these zones, people often live long, active lives past the age of 100.

    Scientists have found longevity to be longer than average in Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, …

  • Working out while waiting for kids at practice  9/27/11

    The kids are back in school, and fall/wintersportsare underway. Adjusting to the new schedules, parents often have difficulty juggling work, school, self and family. And when there just isn’t room for everything, too often parents sacrifice doing something for themselves.

    My solution: Get creative with your waiting time.

    The next time you drop your kid off at practice, …

  • Healthy & Fit Magazine Expo ready to roll!  8/24/11

    The Healthy & Fit Magazine Expo and
    Capital City River Run headline a weekend filled with fitness, health and fun.

    In early 2007, a number of mid-Michigan interests came together to plan a special weekend in the capital city that would focus on health and fitness. On September 17, this exciting fitness-filled weekend returns bringing four years …

  • Antibiotic use in animal agriculture: What consumers want to know  8/24/11

    As a large animal veterinarian for 35 years and an associate professor in the department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University, Michelle Kopcha is passionate about educating the public and her students about animal agriculture and food safety. “Education is key—it’s important to provide clear and accurate information to …

  • Back to school: What does your report card say about you?  8/24/11

    Now that you’ve got the kiddo’s back on the bus and in school it’s time to get back to you. But what will your report card say about your progress? Do you manage your time well? Are you eager to learn? Here’s some tips to ace your own report card.

    Takes Initiative

    Just like first day of …

  • Get Healthy! Michigan  7/25/11

    If you’re tired of health movements that over promise and under deliver, but you truly want to start living a happier, healthier life, continue reading. Get Healthy! Michigan™ is a statewide campaign dedicated to encouraging individuals’ overall health and wellness through partnerships with local health experts, businesses and media.

    According to America’s Health Ranking by United …

  • Bugs are nutritious and some day delicious  7/25/11

    In just a few years, Americans may take adventurous eating to a new level: The ground level. That’s where cuisine gets creepy-crawly.

    You may not be ready to eat insects today, but Marcel Dicke, Professor of Entomology at Wageningen University in the Netherlands, as well as ecology experts, say Americans need to get used to the …

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