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Thursday, July 22, 2010

Stop Diabetes at the Worksite (webinar)


A Look at What Works

Rebecca Smith and Steven Aldana from WellSteps lead this webinar describing the causes and significance of diabetes. Ninety-one percent of diabetes is caused by poor lifestyles. Inadequate exercise and diet are main causes.

Described is "One of the best worksite Diabetes programs ever," according to WellSteps, the program creator. Classes were offered dealing with portion control, aerobic exercise, stress management, nutrition pyramid, reading food labels, strength training, behavior change, and good and bad fats. Hear what else was done to assure program success. Statistics showing the scope of Diabetes as a global health crisis are dramatically shown. The graphics are compelling.

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Get a Virtual Workout! (videos)


JOIN IN and Exercise Your Muscles

Live Health Club website helps you target muscles and watch strengthening exercises. Choose your gender, then select exercises rated from beginner to intermediate. Take care as you
follow along, adapting each exercise to your current fitness level.
Always seek advice from your health provider before beginning, if you are out of shape, over 40, or have a physical condition.

Monday, July 19, 2010

Pink Glove Dance (video)

Breast Cancer Awareness

Providence ST. Vincent Medical Center staff members have created breast cancer awareness with their lively
Pink Glove Dance.

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Superstar Anti-Aging Foods (video)


Check out this wellness website!

Dr Ann Kulze, M.D., delivers wellness pure and simple with dozens of free videos addressing anti-aging, kids nutrition/health, weight loss/appetite control, general nutrition tips, fruits and vegetables, pregnancy, exercise/fitness, immunity, cancer, supplements, and beverages. Dr. Ann’s articles are worth reading as well.