Scheurer Health is making its way to classrooms across the Upper Thumb to help fight childhood obesity. Through games and activities, Scheurer staff members are teaching first-, third- and fifth-graders how to take better care of themselves.
“The kids really love it when we come in, and they get super excited because it helps break up their day,” said Scheurer Health and Wellness Advocate Ben Zaleski, who recently taught an eight-week class at Owendale-Gagetown Area Schools.
Zaleski and his colleagues teach a “5210” program, which stands for the amount of time people should spend doing certain activities. According to this…
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Eating Chili Peppers May Help You Live Longer—and 8 More Health Perks of This Spicy Superfood
Love a good, fiery chili pepper? Nutritionists explain all the reasons they love you back.
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For some people, spicy food is a way of life, with every culinary experience aimed at finding the most delicious, fiery foods. Most cultural cuisines offer at least one dish or condiment that will make a bead of sweat drop from your forehead with every bite, many of them thanks to the use of spicy chili peppers—whether it’s North African harissa, Mexican salsa, or Korean gochujang.
We know that it’s delicious, but is spicy food good for you? Without giving too much away,…
8 Scientific Benefits, According to New Research
Share on PinterestRecent research provides growing evidence that the Mediterranean diet can improve key aspects of health and increase longevity. FreshSplash/Getty Images
The Mediterranean diet has been named the top diet by US News & World Report for six consecutive years.
Experts say the diet, which prioritizes produce, lean or plant-based proteins, and healthy fats, deserves praise.
A growing body of evidence suggests that the diet has a large number of potential health benefits.
The Mediterranean diet has been named No. 1 on the US News & World Report’s Best Diets for the last six years and health experts say…
7 ways for you to stay healthy as you get older
The older we get, the greater our interest in staying healthy, fit and strong.
Not surprisingly, this has given birth to an industry that caters to longevity, filled with bold promises of extended life and happiness for seniors.
Often, products are loosely regulated and touted by studies conducted by manufacturers or sponsors.
So where can we find the Fountain of Youth? Read on.
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7 Ways to Follow the Mediterranean Diet
Named one of the healthiest diets in the world for six years in a row, the Mediterranean diet is abundant in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes and healthy fats. It features fish and poultry—lean protein sources—over red meat. Red wine is consumed regularly but in moderate amounts.
Research suggests that the benefits of this eating pattern are many: improved outcomes for intentional weight loss, better management of blood glucose (sugar) levels and reduced risk of cognitive decline, to name a few. The Mediterranean diet has also been associated with reduced levels of inflammation, a risk factor for heart attacks, strokes…
Rainbow Orzo Salad – Eat Yourself Skinny
This Rainbow Orzo Salad makes the perfect summer side dish! Loaded with colorful veggies, fresh herbs and tender orzo pasta, all tossed together with a delicious lemon herb dressing and easily made in just minutes!
If you are looking for a fresh and easy summer side dish, then look no further! This Rainbow Orzo Salad is full of colorful veggies, fresh herbs, and tender orzo pasta all tossed in the most delicious lemon herb dressing! This orzo pasta salad is one of my absolute favorite go-to dishes in the warmer months and is one I love making for a crowd.…
How To Build A Healthy Lifestyle?
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It is a way of living that allows you to enjoy all aspects of your life for longer . A way of living that reduces your risk of disease . A way of living that serves as a model for your family and people around you.
This is expressed in all areas of our life; work, studies, home, recreation, self-image, body and mind. These are activities that we have to balance throughout our lives, which can be difficult.
WHY IS IT HARD FOR US TO MAIN A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE?
I have found that in most…
10 Healthiest Bottled Water Brands in 2023
This article will look at the 10 Healthiest Bottled Water Brands in 2023. You can skip our detailed analysis and go directly to the top 5 Healthiest Bottled Water Brands in 2023.
Have you ever experienced sunken eyes, light-headedness, dry lips, mouth and tongue, or the feeling of tiredness? If your answer is Yes, then you may not be drinking 91 Ounces of water (if you are an adult woman) and 125 Ounces of water (if you are an adult man).
Drinking enough water can save you from these vexing conditions and several health problems such as heart disease, strokes,…