Tag: diet

Does getting married help you to stay fit? Well it depends.

According to a study published in January 2014 titled, "Associations between relationship status and day-to-day health behaviors and weight among diverse young adults," it states, "Married women were more likely to eat breakfast greater than five times per week compared with women in other relationship categories."

Having a six-pack is awesome! I’ve had a six-pack for over 20 years. There’s nothing quite like it—it’s highly empowering. I’m often asked how I achieved my six-pack and have maintained it for more than 20 years.

It takes work and definitely requires a lifestyle change; however, it’s very doable. You have to be realistic; you can’t workout like crazy, eat junk food and then expect to see results. That will only keep your desired stomach region hidden under fat.

You’re just over the first few weeks of the New Year. So, how has the "new you" been shaping up?

Most commonly, many have resolved to lose weight or exercise more. Sometimes we pledge to give up a chronic behavior that we know is not healthy, such as drinking alcohol, smoking, or over spending. The statistics vary, but no matter which reference you choose, the success rate of resolutions is dismal; ranging from approximately 8-45%. That means over half and probably closer to 90% of those who make a resolution will fail.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) recently updated its guidelines on preventing cancer and its recommendations offer few surprises. Basically, current research confirms what we’ve known for decades–a healthy lifestyle (at least moderate amounts of exercise and a nutritious diet) is cancer-protective.

Have you noticed all the journalistic space dedicated to the "dilemma" of getting little Junior to eat his veggies? I can’t quite relate to a crisis of this magnitude, especially pertaining to a 40-pound child. My five boys have always been expected to eat what’s set before them. But in today’s touchy-feely, politically correct culture, sometimes common sense gets thrown right out the window. Parents find themselves confused about very simple matters. So, what to do about your picky eater? Let’s be discerning in an age of preschooler-pleasing parents. Here are seven tips to get your child on the right path to a healthy future.

Food can bring people together making them feel either welcome or alienated. If you want to know what someone is really like, share a meal together. Many are able to hide behind carefully chosen words or rehearsed facial gestures, but the proverb, you are what you eat, expresses a basic truth about human nature.

First, food choices contain the ingredients of core values—soul food. Second, food and mood correlate highly. Third, changing what you eat can transform habits in other activities of daily living. Therefore if you are trying to improve your marriage and all the verbiage is not working, try changing the menu!

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) can be a silent killer in marriage. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take, many not requiring any medication. Here are some simple steps you can take to ease ADHD-related issues in your marriage:

Make to-do lists of everything from daily responsibilities to items you need from the store. Also keep a calendar of important dates and deadlines.