It’s that time of year again—the holiday season is in full swing! While this is a time for celebrating traditions and reconnecting with family and friends, it can also be a challenging time for those who wish to maintain a healthy diet. From big feasts to sweet treats, it can be hard to prioritize…
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Research shows that it takes 21 days of conscious effort to change a behavior, but it’s not always easy. Even though we may be trying to make a physical change, such as quitting smoking or increasing the number of fruits and vegetables we eat, the real challenge is mostly in our heads. So how do…
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We all want to join in the fun of the holiday season. But late nights, too much food and drink, and the stress of meeting others’ expectations can do a number on your health and fitness. Is it possible to allow yourself a few indulgences without completely undermining your wellbeing? Yes, and there…
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Kristofer Karol, a Public Relations Specialist with Indiana University Health, discusses how Indy Urban Acres contributes to local pantries. A good part of my job focuses on educating the public about various medical advances and what I call “outside-the-box” community initiatives (see earlier…
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I saw this interesting article linked from the OAC newsletter. It's about childhood obesity and the time children spend in front of the TV. Obviously, we all know that the more time they spend in front of the TV, the less time they are spending outside running around. However, the article also goes…
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When weight-loss occurs, body mass decreases and very commonly your basal metabolic rate (BMR) decreases. At this point, your caloric needs changed. Individuals affected by obesity have an increased risk of low vitamin D levels. As a fat soluble vitamin, vitamin D is stored in fat tissue. When a person…
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November 20th : Protein Taste Test 6 pm December 3rd: Holiday Cooking Class 6 pm Join Chef Peter Fulgenzi for holiday ideas! RSVP to Sarah Muntel at smuntel@iuhealth.org.
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Pumpkin adds flavor, fiber and vitamin A! Pumpkin adds flavor, fiber and vitamin A! Minutes to Prepare: 30 Minutes to Cook: 120 Number of Servings: 12 Ingredients 1 lb extra lean ground beef 45 oz pinto beans (1 lg and 1 sm can each) 15 oz black beans (1 sm can) 15 oz canned pumpkin (1 can)..do not use…
Read MoreDo I have bariatric surgery coverage? How can I find out? What if I have to wait on hold or they ask me a bunch of questions I can’t answer? As you consider if weight loss surgery is right for you, it is important to talk to your insurance carrier about what costs are covered in your plan. Here…
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November 5th Vincennes Group Knox County Library Outreach Building 509 N 7th Street Vincennes, IN 46237 6 pm Contact: Loretta Midgett lmidgett@goldenrule.com November 6th IU Health Bariatric & Medical Weight Loss 4:30 pm Open Office Group • Join Psychologist Bill Hilgendorf for this open discussion…
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