Improving and enhancing wellness
Topics of the month
>>Kick the Habit
Maine Tobacco Help Line is 800.343.5498
>>Seven Ways to cut stress and calories during the holidays
- have soup as a first course
- have an extra slice of turkey
- try a simpler yam recipe
- try a green bean salad
- try to reduce sugar amounts in recipes
- try alternatives to heavy fats in recipes
- cook only your favorite foods
(Modified from article written by Constance Weygandt at www.balancedwellnessonline.com)
Exercise tips
The elite 8- a weight lifting program that makes sense.
It can be rather confusing, even overwhelming to figure out what exercises to do in the “weight room”...You can gain tremendous benefits from weight lifting (increased strength and muscle endurance, improved posture, reduced risk of low back pain, increased metabolism, and much more) in as little as two or three days a week for 30 to 45 minutes each session. What are the elite 8?
Recipes
Here's a healthier recipe for everyone's favorite casserole.
reduced calorie green bean casserole (courtesy of WebMD)
Bon Appétit has a new web site packed with information and useful tools. Visit www.circleofresponsibility.com.
Web site review
Take Control of Your Health - article in Parade Magazine about how to make the most of your doctor's visit.
Great American Smokeout Challenge - official web site offering reasons to quit, a guide to quitting and planning your quit day.
Snack Smart for healthy teeth - a web site with healthy snacking ideas for dental health.
maineinmotion.org- a web site where you can find activities going on in your area, tips on packing healthy lunches and more.
Comments/Suggestions
If you have a wellness suggestion or comment, e-mail it to wellness@sjcme.edu.