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Tip for Today: Treating a Jellyfish Sting
Posted July 16, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today
With summer comes trips to the beach. Trips to the beach mean lots of sun and swimming…and sometimes jellyfish stings. How can you take the pain out of a sting if you are unfortunate enough to encounter one of these nasty creatures? First, wash the area with water. Apply vinegar, rubbing alcohol, or baking soda. (Check with the lifeguards on duty if you don’t have any of these on hand.) If there are any tentacles embedded in the wound, remove them with tweezers. Reapply vinegar or cortisone cream as needed. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the following symptoms are present: nausea, vomiting, joint pain, headache, shortness of breath, or trouble walking.
Dr. Mirken: Caffeine and Hot Weather Exercise
Posted July 11, 2008 at 01:00 PM by Martha Jones
Section: Her Fitness
A study from Toledo, Spain shows that giving caffeine to dehydrated bicycle racers helps them ride faster, longer and with more power in hot weather (Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, July 2008). When combined with water and carbohydrates, caffeine ingestion increases the force of muscular contractions which helps them to pedal with more power. Almost all professional bicycle riders take caffeine is some form because they know it helps them to ride faster.
Tip for Today: How “resistant” is water-resistant suncreen?
Posted July 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today
Water resistant sunscreen protects your skin for 40 minutes of sun exposure. Waterproof sunscreen protects it for 80 minutes. If you are planning on spending all day at the beach or in the pool, remember to reapply! One application will not protect you for the entire day. Also, make sure you are using enough sunscreen to get the job done. Studies have shown individuals use about half the recommended amount of sunscreen the manufacturer used when determining the SPF. The average adult needs about one ounce of sunscreen for adequate protection.
Quote of the day 7/11/08
Posted July 11, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day
Somewhere in the world someone is training when you are not. When you race him, he will win. Tom Fleming’s Boston Marathon Training Motto
Quote of the day 7/9/08
Posted July 9, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day
I don’t exercise. If God wanted me to bend over, he’d have put diamonds on the floor. ~Joan Rivers
Watching Your Weight at the Bar
Posted July 8, 2008 at 02:00 PM by Martinique Haller
Section: Her Nutrition, Weight Control
Drinking doesn’t have to do you in. Yes, many drinks have more calories than you bargain for, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a tight-lipped teetotaler or a dieting die-hard. …
Quote of the day 7/8/08
Posted July 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day
Walking is the best possible exercise. Habituate yourself to walk very far. ~Thomas Jefferson
Tip for Today: Beach Survival Kit
Posted July 7, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Motivation, tip for today
Are you planning a trip to the beach? Use this handy checklist to ensure you have everything you need for a day of fun in the sun. -Sunscreen …
“Prudent Diet” Reduces Risk of Death
Posted July 6, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Kathleen Blanchard
Section: Her Health, Her Nutrition
Adherence to a “prudent diet”, rich in whole grains, fruits, legumes, fish, vegetables and poultry has been found to reduce the risk of heart disease and overall mortality in women, according to…
Tip for Today: Do You Know Your Sun Facts?
Posted July 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today
Did you know children receive about 80% of their lifetime sun exposure by the time they are 18? So, it comes as no surprise that experts now believe that protecting your skin…
Quote of the day 7/5/08
Posted July 5, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
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Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. ~Gail Devers
Ask Shannon: Fitness and Nutrition Q & A
Posted July 4, 2008 at 02:00 PM by Shannon Clark
Section: Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes
With years of training under her belt, resident fitness and nutrition expert Shannon Clark is ready to help you on your way to a healthy, informed lifestyle. Got a question? her your inquiries, and be sure to check back every week…
More Women Experience Problems Sleeping
Posted July 4, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Kathleen Blanchard
Section: Her Health
It’s no secret that women are the worst when it comes to ignoring fatigue. It’s estimated that over 80% of women experience insomnia because of premenstrual syndrome. Compared to men, twice as…
Title IX’s 36th Anniversary: Time to Celebrate, and To Keep on Working
Posted July 3, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Martinique Haller
Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Her News
We’re a couple days past the actual anniversary date, but still close enough to observe that title IX is now thirty-six years old. In June of 1972, the Title IX Education Amendment…
Tip for Today: Liquid Calories
Posted July 3, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today, Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Weight Control
When most people are thinking of cutting back on calories, they mainly look to reduce the amount of FOOD they’re putting in their mouths. But what about liquid calories? Simple changes, like…
Ask Shannon: Fitness and Nutrition Q & A
Posted July 2, 2008 at 02:00 PM by Shannon Clark
Section: Her Nutrition, Supplements
With years of training under her belt, resident fitness and nutrition expert Shannon Clark is ready to help you on your way to a healthy, informed lifestyle. Got a question? her your inquiries, and be sure to check back every week…
Scared to Cook Meat? We Are Too!
Posted July 2, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Caroline Shannon
Section: Her Nutrition
If news of salmonella-infested tomatoes and raw milk concerns don’t have you biting your nails over food safety, then, girl, we don’t know what will!…
Tip for Today: How Many Calories Do You Need?
Posted July 2, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today, Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Weight Control
This equation is designed to help you figure out how many calories your body needs to function on a day to day basis.
Body weight (in pounds) x 15 +…
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