Dr Health Tips

Although the aging process is inevitable, we are always still trying to find a way to slow it down. First we must be completely aware that it will happen, whether we like it or not, and simply accept it. Once that step is determined, then you can apply the following 3 tips. 1. Proper Nutrition – this is absolutely essential when it comes to prolonging our life. The many benefits of healthy eating include prevention of age-associated decline and illnesses. If you consider what overeating leads to – obesity, poor health and numerous diseases, then you understand that proper nutrition is important. Simply put, eat right and not only live longer but live a better lifestyle. 2. Keep Moving – this one is easy and one that will not only keep you healthy but help you age gracefully. Physical activities strengthen your muscles, your joints and your heart. These are the 3 main body components that decline with age. So instead of searching for the closest parking spot, park farther a...

Does this scenario sound familiar: dinnertime in your home is not very pleasant, perhaps it is because your child refuses to eat his/her veggies or you are trying everything in your power to make them eat their veggies. No matter which way you look at it, it seems like a never-ending battle. Well, fret no more..there are several ways to get your children to eat their veggies. Try these tips that have worked in our home and many of the moms I have suggested them to. * Monkey see, monkey do – sounds like a game and that’s just fine. With toddlers you need to make eating fun and enjoyable. If they see you eating your veggies they will be more likely to try their own. Make a big deal of eating your veggies. Yes, pretend if you have to, but show your child that you really love your veggies and they will be curious and want to be like ‘mommy’ or ‘daddy’ and eat their veggies too. * Get your children involved – Allow your children to help with the meal preparation. Little ones can hel...

Have you finally decided that it is time for you to lose weight but do not know where to begin? Sometimes getting weight loss help is a little bit difficult because of all of the options available these days. There is this kind of diet and that kind of diet and there is this program and that, but it is really not as complicated as some of the companies and individuals try to make it sound. Getting enough exercise and eating the right types of foods is really all there is to it. If you are just getting started with your weight loss efforts there are a few things that you will find helpful to do. Weigh Yourself Before you get started with changing your diet and working on doing different exercises it will be helpful for you to set some goals for yourself. First you will want to weigh yourself and decide how much weight you would like to lose. Make sure you have a pen and notepad handy so that you can write down: * Your starting weight, * The weight you would like to lose, and ...