Pumpkin Seeds: A Healthy Halloween Treat
Photo by dmodzelewski via Flickr The cool, crisp air outside is a sign that fall has arrived and summer has gone. The trees all know it, their leaves already turning from green to the vibrant red,...
View ArticleHalloween: Trick or Treat Temptation
Photo by terren in Virginia via Flickr It’s that time of the year again. The holidays are starting, Halloween is just around the corner and our healthy diets are at risk of being sabotaged. But, it...
View ArticleHealthy Halloween Treats Are Tricky!
Happy Halloween, everyone! This year when the kids ring your doorbell and sing “Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good to eat,” wouldn’t it be nice to give them something “good for...
View ArticleBHTV #18 – The Benefits of Rooibos Tea
I was introduced to rooibos 7 years ago when David and I were celebrating our first anniversary at a fine restaurant in Palo Alto, California. After we finished our delicious meal, we decided to cap...
View ArticleIf the Shoe Fits, Buy It: Choosing the Right Shoes
Photo by hjl via Flickr Paula had gained 20 pounds since she moved to San Diego 6 months ago. She knew that she had to change something or her weight would get out of control. Convinced that running...
View ArticleBH4BP #68 – The Facts About Tendinitis
Photo by sub_lime79 via Flickr You just started exercising and you felt great, so you dramatically increased the intensity and duration of your workout. While doing that you felt a dull pain. Over...
View ArticleBHTV #19 – Laughter Is Contagious, But In A Good Way!
Since this show comes out 6 days before Halloween, I want to wish those of you that celebrate Halloween, an early Happy Halloween! To commemorate what I consider a fun occasion full of costumes, trick...
View ArticleDiabetes Awareness Month: Exercise to Control Those Sugars!
Photo by Celso Flores via Flickr Blair sighed as she closed the door behind her and dropped her keys on the hall table. The news from the doctor had not been surprising, but it had not been what she...
View ArticleBH4BP #69 – Don’t Downplay Depression
Photo by D Sharon Pruitt via Flickr It is normal to occasionally feel sad or unhappy with a situation. Life can be stressful and overwhelming at times and can lead people to feel sad. Things like...
View ArticleBHTV #20 – Cranberries, Not Just a Holiday Treat!
Well, we’re past Halloween and that means that the Holiday season is officially underway! Besides family gatherings, or maybe because of them, one of the most central fixtures of the holidays seems to...
View ArticleThanksgiving: Does Turkey Make You Sleepy?
Photo by Rhett Sutphin via Flickr Thanksgiving is just around the corner and many Americans are looking forward to a feast. There will be tables laden with turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, gravy,...
View ArticleBH4BP #70 – Tai Chi: A Healthy Exercise for All Ages
Photo by Robb1e via Flickr Today’s show was inspired by a trip that I took to Beijing, China with David about 3 years ago. I was reminded of the trip a few days ago when I was looking through some of...
View ArticleBHTV #21 – Exercise Intensity
Most people who are trying to get fit or lose weight, understand that aerobic exercise is a key component of reaching their goals. The question isn’t: “Should we do aerobic exercise?” It’s: “How...
View ArticleSpinach: If It’s Good Enough for Popeye…
Photo by Plat via Flickr Many people are familiar with Popeye the Sailor, a popular fist fighting cartoon character of the 1920′s through 1960′s. Popeye sure knew what was good for him! Just before a...
View ArticleBH4BP #71 – Exercising In Cold Weather
Photo by madcowk via Flickr I’m happy to announce that Being Healthy for Busy People was a finalist in the health category of the Podcast Awards! That’s two years running and I owe it to all of you....
View ArticleBHTV #22 – Olive Oil
When people think of olive oil, they almost always think about the Mediterranean diet. That’s because olive oil is a key ingredient in many recipes from the Mediterranean region. However, because of...
View ArticleWhat’s It Going To Be? Tap or Bottled Water?
Photo by darkpatator via Flickr “Would you like bottled water or tap water, sir?” the waiter asked. “Bottled would be great,” James answered. Frankly, he was surprised there would be any question...
View ArticleBH4BP #72 – Office Injuries Are No Joke
Photo by Benjamin Rossen via Flickr Every year, millions of office workers complain of on the job aches and pains. According to WebMD, one study reported that over 50% of employees who used computers...
View ArticleBHTV #23 – Being Healthy While Eating Out
Dining out is fun, but choosing the right foods can be challenging for people trying to eat healthy. While most people can make nutritious choices when eating at home, they often let healthy eating...
View ArticleDon’t Neglect Your Nails!
Photo by nightrose via Flickr Lucy noticed that her nails did not look as good as they had before she started surfing. They had a lot more white spots than before. Was she sick? Her friend Tammy...
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