Okay, hate is much too strong a word, but as wonderful as my CSA (community-supported agriculture) share has been this year, I do have some frustrations. First, let me expound upon the many ways I love my CSA: 1) I…
Yearly Archives: 2011
Sidelined by Injury
I love running, for many reasons. And I had decided to sign up for the Tufts 10K for Women this year (on October 10, in case anyone else is interested—it’s a great race) to give myself a little challenge. So…
(Near-) Instant Gratification
At one of my book events, someone asked me what was the easiest thing you could do to look younger. After thinking for a moment, I replied that it is probably whitening your teeth. Few things give you such noticeable,…
“Reality” TV and Weight Loss
I don’t watch much reality television, for many reasons (not the least of which is that we don’t have cable), but one show I could easily get sucked into watching regularly is The Biggest Loser. I’ve seen several isolated episodes…
Prescription Antacids May Increase Fracture Risk
Last year, the FDA issued a warning about a possible link between a class of antacids called proton pump inhibitors and increased risk of fracture of the hip, wrist, and spine. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) help reduce the amount of…
What are your views on the recent recommendation that everyone should reduce their sodium intake to 2/3 of a teaspoon (the current limit for high-risk Americans)?
Consuming too much sodium can harm your health (and speed aging) in several ways, including weakening your bones, increasing your blood pressure (and, by extension, your risk of cardiovascular disease), and putting you at higher risk for kidney problems. And…
Is krill oil as good or better than fish oil as a source of omega-3s?
The omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are important for heart, brain, and skin health, and if you don’t eat fatty fish (like salmon, mackerel, lake trout, or sardines) twice a week, you may want to…
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I’ve been writing about health, fitness, and nutrition for more than 10 years, and living well is a passion of mine. I started this blog with the intention of passing on all the best information I’ve learned and inviting people…
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