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02/02/2024

February is Heart Health Month! Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide, and there are simple steps you can take to improve your heart health. The attached article includes specific "eat this/ don't eat that" (do you remember if eggs are recommended or not?) lists that can help you make good choices. And, of course, avoiding to***co and limiting alcohol use is paramount for good heart health!

Certain foods can raise your heart disease risk. Learn eight ways to get started on a heart-healthy diet.

01/31/2024

In an effort to improve fitness, some people trade beer or mixed drinks for vodka tonics or other low-carb libations. However, it's not only the calories and carbs in alcoholic drinks that can make weight loss difficult; alcohol impacts sleep, metabolism, and hormone balance. Research also indicates that people make poorer food choices when drinking alcohol. Read more to learn how alcohol may be interfering with your weight loss efforts:

Alcohol can have a significant impact on weight loss efforts. In this article, we will discuss the impact of alcohol on weight loss & what you can do.

01/26/2024

Weight loss medications have exploded in popularity, but reports of side effects including hair loss, a swallowing problem called aspiration, and suicidal ideation have prompted FDA investigation. If you take a GLP-1 receptor agonist medication (e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound), this is a developing story you may want to follow.

The FDA is formally looking into reports that some people who took popular diabetes and weight loss drugs had suicidal thoughts or two other health problems.

01/24/2024

Support groups for quitting alcohol or drug use are important tools for success. Losing weight, too, depends on changing habits and sometimes, conquering legitimate addictions. There are many in-person or online support groups that can help in your weight loss journey. Check some out in the attached article:

Dieters often find it hard to lose weight alone. Weight loss support groups, such as Overeaters Anonymous and TOPS, help people stick to their diet plans. Learn more about weight-loss support groups.

01/19/2024

The fear of gaining weight may make some people hesitant to give up smoking. But, the ability to exercise with more ease and taste nutritious foods better means that smoking cessation can go hand in hand with a healthier body, and even weight loss; you just need to plan your approach. Read the attached tips from the American Heart Association for quitting smoking and keeping weight gain at bay.

01/17/2024

Walk into any nutrition store in search of a weight-loss aid and prepare to be overwhelmed. If you are considering weight loss medication, check out the attached description of every FDA-approved aid. (There is only one over-the-counter supplement that is FDA-approved, by the way; use caution and skepticism when choosing supplements that make outrageous promises.)

There is growing interest in the pharmacological treatment of obesity. Before 2012, there were few weight loss medications approved by the FDA. The top medications…

01/12/2024

We often talk about the immediate dangers associated with alcohol, but the long-term effects of alcohol (a build-up of toxic, carcinogenic compounds) are truly sobering. If you need a reminder of the MANY benefits associated with becoming a non-drinker, read on:

When you stop drinking alcohol, your mind and body will begin to heal. Learn about the mental and physical health benefits of quitting alcohol.

01/10/2024

How are those New Year's resolutions coming along? Habits are HARD to break, but understanding how they are formed makes changing your behavior much easier. Whether it's quitting smoking, exercising more, or incorporating regular self-care into your routine, a few intentional tweaks can lead to lasting changes.

EP123: The Power of Habit | In this episode/article combo, you'll learn about 3 science-backed steps to creating good habits (and breaking bad ones)

01/05/2024

January is Healthy Weight Month! BUT, weight isn't the only indicator of health. Blood pressure, resting heart rate, heart rate recovery after exertion, waist-to-hip ratio, cholesterol, and inflammation are other measures to be aware of-- and some, you can monitor at home. Check the link for tips!

Your weight doesn't tell you everything you need to know about your health.

01/03/2024

Happy New Year! One of the top goals people set every January is to lose weight, and there are more weight-loss aids than ever before. However, as with any drug or supplement, make sure you understand the risks, weigh the pros and cons with your doctor, and be wary of quick-fix promises from "weight loss spas."

Poison control centers across the US say they are seeing a steep increase in calls related to semaglutide, an injected medication used for diabetes and weight loss, with some people reporting symptoms related to accidental overdoses.

12/29/2023

2023 is drawing to a close! As you plan for New Year's Eve, here are a few tips to remember: 1) Eat before you drink. Plan to have dinner before going out; don't assume there will be food of substance at the party. 2) Take your phone charger. Phone batteries drain faster in cold weather. 3) Plan for a sober ride home. Jan. 1 (early morning hours) has the highest percentage of deaths related to alcohol of any day of the year. Be safe and see you next year!

A new year is upon us and with all the excitement and fun of the holiday, it’s important to remember these New Year's Eve Celebration Safety Tips!

12/27/2023

The new year looms, and you may be thinking about how you'll tackle that growing mid-section. Here's an easy way to cut calories: cut out alcohol! Attached is a calculator that allows you to enter what you drink per week and see how those calories add up.

Calculate the number of calories in alcohol you drink. Simply enter the number of drinks you have in a week and see how quickly those calories add up.