Weekly Round Up

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Dietary Guidelines incompatible with global health goals The Standard American Diet (SAD) and the standard food pyramid we all grew up with, issued by the USDA, is revealed to no longer be compatible with global health goals and environmental targets. The EAT-Lancet recommendations may lower risk of premature health-related death by 34% https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/07/200715190754.htm Can eating… Continue reading Weekly Round Up

Celebrate Change

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Over the last several weeks, we’ve explored habit change, how to make sustainable changes and how to overcome the hurdles and pitfalls that can creep up when making those changes. This week we will be focusing on celebrating the changes we’re making. By looking back at our journey, whether it’s been a week, a month or a year, acknowledging our progress and examining our success and areas of improvement allows us to continue to grow and change.

Weekly Round Up

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Stretch It Out! One recent study shows that stretching 5 days a week for 12 weeks can improve blood circulation and reduce risks for heart attack and stroke. Researchers stated, “Blood pressure was decreased, central and peripheral arterial stiffness was reduced, and vascular function was increased after 12 weeks of passive stretching training.” https://www.healthline.com/health-news/how-12-weeks-of-stretching-can-improve-your-heart-health  … Continue reading Weekly Round Up

Baby Steps part two – more easy changes

Yesterday we touched on some simple steps to begin the journey to sustainable, long-term changes. Today we have four more easy changes to add into your routine over the next few weeks to keep the momentum going! Whichever changes you choose to make, know you’re already on the right path! You’ve made a decision to become healthier and happier. The first steps can feel like the hardest, but they don’t have to be!