Foods With More Calories Than You Think
Posted: November 10, 2020
Just because a food is healthy doesn’t make it low in calories. If you are watching your weight, it doesn’t pay to disregard the calorie content of anything you consume, including meal additions, drinks, and foods with high nutritional value. Hidden sources of calories can add significant amounts to your daily intake. The following are foods that contain more calories than you think. Nuts Pistachio,...
Easy Ways To Vary Your Diet
Posted: October 25, 2020
Most of us know how important it is to eat a varied diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables and high-quality protein. But when we are used to eating a certain way, it may be easier said than done to add healthy variety to our meals. The following tips can make it easy to vary your diet with foods that are good for your...
What Is The Long-Term Disability Waiting Period?
Posted: October 10, 2020
Long-term disability insurance is designed to help cover your living expenses should you become disabled. However, the insurance company does not start paying out benefits immediately if you become seriously ill or injured. You must meet a specific definition of disability for a certain period of time (typically 90 to 180 days) before your benefits start. This period of time is known as the waiting...
Low-Impact Exercises For Healthy Living
Posted: September 25, 2020
The benefits of exercise are well-known to most people. It can help you lose weight, reduce your risk of heart disease, help you manage blood sugar, improve your cognitive function, and elevate your mood and mental state. But high impact exercise can have a negative impact on your joints. Many adults today are choosing low impact exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle. What Exactly Is...
The Importance Of Stretching Before Exercise
Posted: September 10, 2020
For decades, we have been told about the importance of stretching before exercise. But how many people really understand why it is so important? In a nutshell, stretching serves as a critical link for the body between a sedentary state and physical activity. What Makes Stretching So Important? If you want to be truly fit, it is not enough to build muscle and get aerobic...