Running for Health
Posted on Thursday, January 31, 2013 by Health_and_Fitness
What is on your New Year’s resolution list? Whether you have a short list, or a long one, being healthy should right on top. Exercise is considered essential in keeping physically and psychologically healthy. Some proven benefits include reducing stress, boosting energy, controlling weight, promoting sleeping quality, and alleviating the discomfort of degenerative and chronic disease. Running is a common exercise that many people enjoy. . . . more »
There is nothing funny about having the flu. It is a serious contagious disease that can lead to hospitalization and even death. At a minimum, flu patients will feel pretty miserable for a few days. Here is what you can do to fight the flu. Get a flu shot. It’s not too late! This should be the number one defense against this disease for everyone . . . 
With the rising cost of health care, it is more important than ever to become self-aware of your body, health, and mind. The library has extensive resources to help you keep track of your health and promote your own wellness. Here are my top five picks for guides and workbooks to help you take control of your health. Just click on the link to request . . . 
Welcome to the Health & Fitness page! Our team is very excited to get you going on the right, healthy track. Whether you are a veteran marathon runner, or just beginning to learn about healthy dieting, you have come to the right place. We will be covering a wide variety of topics through our weekly posts, so be sure to bookmark our page and check . . . 
We get drinks from vending machines all the time. Many of us probably don’t pay much attention to how many calories are in those beverages….but times are changing. The American Beverage Association announced its efforts of executing an initiative called “Calories Count.” From now on, the number of calories in a beverage will be displayed on the vending machine buttons that are pressed to select . . . 
A recent study, reported in the Canadian Medical Journal, shows that healthy lifestyle habits in midlife improve chances that you'll remain healthy as you get older. The most effective habits include exercising, not smoking, moderate drinking, and eating plenty of fruits and vegetable