http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rsshh.phpen-ushttp://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=29 ARA Your memory of real flavorful fresh food is a key tool for losing weight At least thats one of the intriguing claims in Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbroughs new book Real Food Has Curves How to Get off Processed Food Lose Weight and Love What You Eat We find pleasure in what we eat because we stock up those good memories of past real food You dont get a lot of flavor depth in the processed stuff Scarbrough says And so you dont develop many pleasure memories from it In fact real food is the key to eating less the authors say For one thing youre satisfied more quickly with its big flavors And more flavor means more good memories And good memories lead us back to real food a loop of health and nutrition Scarbroughs moms macandcheese is still in his recipe repertoire all these years later She never made the processed stuff she only made the real thing he says And so I crave it want it and feel wonderfully satisfied when I eat itOut Front Colorado2010-07-23http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=28 ARA Summer is here and the key to making the most of the season is to ensure you feel your best Although there are many tempting calorieladen foods at your disposal during the season it can be easy to fill your diet with foods that are tasty and healthy A good place to start is in your refrigerator The contents of your fridge can either sandbag or support your healthy eating habits Replacing processed and unhealthy items with fresh nutrientrich foods that are all natural is a great way to kick off the summer on a healthful note Simple steps to eating healthy To make freshening up your refrigerator even easier look for foods that are low in fat and contain allnatural ingredients Nutrition advice usually begins with a long list of foods you shouldnt eat but in reality there are actually many delicious and healthy options you can add to what you eat says Registered Dietitian Carolyn ONeil author of The Dish on Eating Healthy and Being Fabulous One such option ONeil recommends is Daisy Brand Cottage Cheese Available in both low fat 2 percent and regular 4 percent it contains only allnatural ingredients no preservatives additives or artificial growth hormones Plus its versatile and can be eaten by itself or added to one of your favorite recipes for a healthful twist Out Front Colorado2010-06-14http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=27 ARA Outside of the economy fitness and healthy eating are among the most critical issues facing Americans today Only 31 percent of Americans are getting adequate exercise and 68 percent of men and 53 percent of women are overweight according to the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions National Health Interview survey released in March The good news is that the triedandtrue approach of regular exercise and smart nutrition will go a long way toward managing weight loss and an overall healthy lifestyle In fact the benefits of being more active can be seen within a short time after starting a new routine and include more energy less stress lower blood pressure improved digestive health and a reduction in cardiovascular disease risk A fitness program doesnt have to take place in the gym Beverly Abbs an awardwinning ultrarunner recommends outdoor fun to get started on everyday fitness You dont have to run long distances in order to reap the health benefits says Abbs a member of UltraRunning Team Sunsweet Short distance runs and even outdoor walks are a great way to stay fit and have fun I got my start competing in athletic events with just 2 to 3mile runs That turned into a lifelong love of ultrarunning Out Front Colorado2010-06-07http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=26 We can trace the roots of alternative medicine also called holistic medicine to ancient traditions dating thousands of years ago back when people had a more philosophical view of health Emphasis was placed on the totality or of a person taking into account the physical mental emotional and spiritual aspects It is this approach to the whole self instead of focusing on the physical symptoms that differentiates alternative medicine from the conventional medical practice that we have grown to be familiar with today Modern medicine that we know has a high demand as people expect immediate results all part of the instant gratification mindset prevalent in todays generation On the other hand mainstream doctors generally are concerned only with the physical symptoms manifested by the patient and hardly care about anything else The point of focus by todays medical practitioners marks the dissimilarity between the old and the new Alternative medicine has withstood the test of time Despite the availability of modern drugs and pain killers millions of people around the world still seek alternative medical treatments which include herbal teas therapy massage herbal cures and a host of other methods Out Front Colorado2010-05-26http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=25 The traditional Chinese treatment of firecupping is an ancient technique of drawing the skin away from the muscle with a gentle vacuum created by a warmed cup The vacuum is created by lighting a small amount of methanol alcohol in the cup then applying it to the skin The result is a short term bruise that stimulates red blood cell production which leads to better circulation Practitioners of firecupping believe that stimulating red blood cell production supplies a healthy boost to the immune system The treatment is often recommended in traditional Chinese medicine to alleviate the symptoms of bronchitis pneumonia and the common cold In the early 1800s firecupping was discovered by the western world and used for an exhaustive list of ailments that mystified physicians of the time Convulsions whooping cough deafness gout palsy and insomnia were described by the professional firecupper to his Royal Highness Prince Regent as diseases which cupping is employed with advantage Despite the dubious findings of Victorian era doctors interest remains in the benefits of firecupping to this day The ancient practice is being rediscovered in modern times for use in western holistic medicine and massage therapyOut Front Colorado2010-05-10http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=24Carls partner Bob died Bobs parents would not allow Carl to play a role in Bobs funeral plans and Bobs healthcare providers did not recognize Carls decision making authority Peggys beloved dog Lolly died three months ago and her friends dont understand the depth of her grief Janets exhusband died in a car accident and her friends think she should be glad he is finally out of her life instead of being sad and grieving Barbaras best friend committed suicide and she feels more judgment than compassion from her peers regarding the death These are all examples of what has been called Doka 1989 disenfranchised grief Disenfranchised grief has been described as a grief that persons experience when they sustain a loss that is not or cannot be openly acknowledged publicly mourned or socially supported Doka 1989 p 6 Disenfranchised grievers may feel that they dont have the right to grieve and may feel abandoned or isolated in their pain Validation acknowledgement and support are vital to the healing of grief and when these elements are missing the grief process can become complicated and difficult requiring professional grief counseling Out Front Colorado2010-04-26http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=23 ARA Americans could learn a lot about healthy eating habits from the ordinary people of the Mediterranean nations Eating healthy foods is a mindset and while it may take some practice to change your habits its not difficult Your body needs vitamins and nutrients to operate effectively and keep you healthy Developing healthy eating habits is a simple way to ensure your body is receiving the necessary amount of nutrients Here are some basic healthy eating habits that apply for everyone Eat more fresh fruit and vegetables Shop local farmers markets where the food is grown within a fourhour drive Eat more turkey and less beef Eat more whole grains Saute or grill rather than fry Use olive oil rather than shortening Eat slowly and enjoy each bite Practice moderation in everything you eat Sure we have overweight people in Israel But I had never seen an obese person until I came to the United States in 2002 says chef Nathan Tany Hashmonay a native of Israel who studied in Israel and France before coming to the US to complete his education He is an instructor in The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Charlotte Out Front Colorado2010-04-07http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=22 ARA Are you and your health care provider on the same page when it comes to discussing your health Does he or she think youre doing as well at maintaining your health as you think you are Probably not according to a new survey conducted by StrategyOne on behalf of GE the Cleveland Clinic and Ochsner Health System While about a third of patients surveyed gave themselves grades of A on managing their personal health eating well exercising regularly managing stress and getting preventative screenings the majority of health care providers gave Americans a grade of C or lower on all points according to the survey of more than 2000 Americans age 18 and older and more than 1200 doctors nurses pharmacists and dieticians Whats more 70 percent of those surveyed admitted to avoiding their doctors at some point even though 95 percent recognize the importance of regular doctor visits And while 70 percent of providers say their patients only come to see them when theyre sick only 38 percent of Americans say this is true Healthy living is not easy and can be overwhelming at times says Olympic figure skating champion Michelle Kwan who has teamed up with fellow Olympic champion Scott Hamilton GE Ochsner Health and the Cleveland Clinic to educate Americans on how to take simple daily steps to improve their health and their communication with their doctors We learned there are times when Americans would rather clean their house than take care of their health and with my hectic schedule I can totally relate You have to work to improve your health its not something that gets better overnightOut Front Colorado2010-03-31http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=21 ARA White or wheat Restaurant patrons are often presented with this familiar yet inaccurate question when ordering toast or a sandwich Given the confusion between whole and enriched grain products its not surprising that this phrase is universally accepted among the general public The truth is whole wheat and enriched white wheat bread are both wheatbased products and part of a healthy diet To help families make informed decisions about the foods they eat specifically wheat foods the Wheat Foods Council offers some insight into the wide world of wheat Its all in the milling process Its during the milling process where the kernel is removed from the wheat plant and transformed into flour that wheat either becomes whole or enriched flour During milling all three parts of the kernel the bran germ and the endosperm are separated When milling whole wheat flour the three parts of the kernel are reconstituted or blended back together in their original proportionsOut Front Colorado2010-03-23http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=20 ARA Sodium intake is increasingly being watched by consumers regulators and health groups as public service organizations are referring to high sodium diets as the single greatest problem in the American diet What most athome cooks dont know is that it is possible to reduce the sodium in recipes without losing out on flavor Whether its a traditional turkey sandwich or a pasta primavera favorite foods can still be enjoyed when trying to reduce sodium My culinary philosophy is that everyone can manage a reduced sodium diet through delicious satisfying cuisine says New York City chef and cookbook author Tom Valenti There are several ways to add flavor to your favorite meals but still cut back on salt Valenti offers five quick tips to help you cook healthy and flavorful meals Add fresh herbs When cooking pasta rice or fresh veggies there is no need to add salt to your water Instead enhance meals by cooking with fresh herbs In order to retain flavor add herbs toward the end of cooking and use sparingly you can always add more Make your own broth or soup Packaged soups and broths are convenient but most have very high sodium levels Use lower sodium bouillon granules in half the amount called for on the packaging to create your own delicious homemade broth or soup to control sodium content Out Front Colorado2010-03-16http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=18 ARA Want to do something good for your heart Find new ways to increase your intake of potassium This nutrient may help reduce the risk of high blood pressure and promote heart health The US Food and Drug Administration reports that diets containing foods that are a good source of potassium and that are low in sodium may help reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke Did you know potatoes are a good source of potassium and contain no sodium In fact one medium potato 53 ounces with the skin on contains 620 mg of potassium Thats 18 percent of your daily requirement and more than a banana Need more reasons to love potatoes Read on 1 Did you grow up listening to your mother tell you to eat your vegetables Well potatoes are vegetables so eat away 2 This ones simple one mediumsized potato 53 oz has 110 calories and is fat and cholesterol free 3 Potatoes with the skin are a good source of potassium Research shows that potassium may help lower blood pressure contributing to a hearthealthy dietOut Front Colorado2010-03-11http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/rssitemblog.php?itemid=17ARA Millions of people live with pain every day Whether the pain is the result of exercising playing sports picking up children or just living busy lives it can affect your daytoday lifestyle and become a burden Many individuals are under the impression that certain types of common spinal and orthopedic pain conditions must be treated with surgery For example conditions such as a herniated disc in the neck or back or cartilage tears of the knee were at one time thought to be effectively treated only through surgery However with innovative and advanced therapies we are now changing the way patients are treated without surgery Todays advancements in therapeutic approaches provide an expanding range of minimally invasive nonsurgical treatment options for many different types of musculoskeletal injuries and ailments including herniated discs sciatica arthritis in the spine or joints rotator cuff tears and spinal compression fractures In addition there are other types of chronic musculoskeletal injuries such as joint sprains and other ligament strains whiplash and arthritis that can be treated more effectively than ever before Out Front Colorado2010-03-01