Monthly Archive: November 2012

Quitting Time

Quitting Time

More than 438,000 premature deaths from smoking occur each year in the US, according to the National Cancer Institute. The habit harms nearly all organs and causes cancer, heart disease, stroke, and lung disease....

Fitness Fountain of Youth

Fitness Fountain of Youth

Sure exercise helps slim you down and tone you up. But the compounded results of working out do more than just reduce your pants size. Besides the fact that physical activity lowers your risk...

Try Before You Buy?

Try Before You Buy?

Before you head into the dressing room, know how to safely try on items so you’re not bringing home more than you bargained for. Undergarments: Your safest bet is to avoid the in–store audition....

Deception Deficit

Deception Deficit

Lying is more than just an ethical misstep. Deceit gobbles up energy while inducing emotional and mental stress. And while you might think fudging the truth is sometimes necessary, guilt can creep in, ruffling...

Curbing GERD

Curbing GERD

Ever felt that burning sensation creeping up in your chest? More than 60 million Americans experience gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) at least once a month. But indigestion doesn’t have to have the last word....

Disciplined Thanks

Disciplined Thanks

While celebrating Thanksgiving can be a lesson in gratitude, it can also be an opportunity for gluttony. Exercise your willpower with these virtuous reminders: Temperance. The average Thanksgiving meal contains more than 2000 calories,...

Under Pressure?

Under Pressure?

About 1 in 4 American adults suffers from high blood pressure (hypertension). While the causes behind 95% of these cases are unknown, it’s certain the condition can wreak havoc. Hypertension is a leading cause...

Family Feast

Family Feast

Science confirms what generations have long known — that coming together to break bread is one of the most important family rituals. So rally your kin for a meal that fosters the spirit of...

Healing the Hoarder Within

Healing the Hoarder Within

Hoarding has become a national phenomenon rooted in an inability to organize, make decisions, and let go. Even if you’re not afflicted by an extreme case, chances are you’re clinging to something that’s holding...

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Filled with seasonal spices, this bread is perfect for the holidays   Pumpkin, the hallmark ingredient for the holiday season, blends with cinnamon, nutmeg, and gooey chocolate in this moist dessert bread. A sweet...

Green Clean

Green Clean

Many consumers are avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, which can pose health threats. Fortunately Mother Nature has a few tricks up her sleeve when it comes to knocking off household germs. Flex your green muscle...

Odorless Threats

Odorless Threats

Pumpkin pies baking and chimneys smoking are familiar scents this time of year. But it’s the things you can’t sniff that could be threats to you and your family. Beware of these indoor pollutants...

Menu Mapping

Menu Mapping

While there’s nothing intrinsically wrong with eating out, it can lure you into some dietary pitfalls. Avoid the menu traps that can add inches to your waistline: Beware bold images. Our eyes naturally gravitate...

Gluten-Free Roughage

Gluten-Free Roughage

Approximately 3 million Americans suffer from celiac disease, an autoimmune condition where the intestines cannot properly digest gluten — a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Even intolerances or allergies to gluten products...

Mind Over Matter

Mind Over Matter

While plenty of drugs are available to mask chronic pain, they often come with side effects. But science is beginning to understand the mind–body connection and what patients can do to control pain. Check...

Embrace the Season

Embrace the Season

Fresh veggies and fruits paint your meals with nutrition and flavor. But not all your favorites are ripe for the picking. Embrace the seasonal crops in your area with these tips for getting the...

Decaffeinated Boost

Decaffeinated Boost

While a caffeine jolt can resuscitate your sluggish battery, it’s not always a good call. The stimulant may cause jitters and may subject you to withdrawal symptoms when you go without. So before you...

All-Weather Workout

All-Weather Workout

In most areas, this time of year tends to deliver cool temps and precipitation, which can bully you away from outdoor training. If your will to step out is drenched by the thought of...

Viral Hits

Viral Hits

You might be surprised where germs lurk. While bowing to paranoia isn’t the right approach — after all, bugs are everywhere — be aware of microbial hotspots you might not have thought about. Shopping:...

Worn Down

Worn Down

If your workout garb is giving you grief, your performance will suffer. And since most exercise relies on foot power, tip–top athletic shoes can be the make–or–break item in your closet. Keep tabs on...

Anytime Black Forest Blizzard

Anytime Black Forest Blizzard

  Runner’s World contributing chef Pam Anderson blends this healthy makeover of a classic drink for a pre- or postrun treat.   Anytime Black Forest Blizzard Plain Greek yogurt has roughly twice the protein...

Breakfast Burrito

Breakfast Burrito

  Refuel your postrun with this easy-to-make meal full of protein, carbs, and fiber. Breakfast Burrito This burrito combines eggs and avocado. One egg has six grams of protein; avocado is high in fiber...

50 Awesome Pre and Post-Workout Snacks

50 Awesome Pre and Post-Workout Snacks

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for some, but for those who manage to squeeze some gym time into their routine, pre- and post-workout foods can be just as huge. While...

Anger Management

Anger Management

It’s easy to wag a finger at celebrities when their outbursts are splattered across tabloids. But anyone can be guilty of the occasional rant. Rage–proof your reactions when the heat begins to rise with...