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October 2018
Jean Varney
Jeannie Varney
 Nutrition Consultant
 HC, AADP
703.505.0505

 
  
Welcome to the Eat Right Be Fit Live Well monthly link roundup.
 
Each week I read many interesting articles relating to nutrition, fitness and wellness. Here are some of my favorites from the past month. While every article may not be relevant to your personal circumstance, I hope at least one will spark your interest and provide you with a healthy tip you can incorporate into your daily routine.  
 

Best,
 
Jeannie




 

October
Here's Why You Shouldn't Take a Sleeping Pill Every Night:   There is nothing worse than insomnia but taking sleeping pills whether prescribed or OTC, is NOT the answer. Both come with dangerous side effects such as increased risk of cancer and dementia. (Time.com)

There's No Realistically Prescribable Amount Of Exercise That Will By Itself Lead To Useful Weight Loss, But That Doesn't Mean You Shouldn't Exercise!   Exercising to lose weight? Here's why doing so rarely yields the intended results. Please continue to workout. It's essential for overall health but unfortunately it's not so good for weight loss. (Weightymatters.com)

Drinking More Than Three Times a Week May Harm Your Health, Study Says:  The latest research suggests it's time to rethink drinking habits, especially if you're concerned about cancer. (Time.com) 

10 superfoods to Boost a Healthy Diet:  Wanting to overhaul your diet? Start by adding these foods to your meals/snacks. (Harvard.health.edu) 

The Case For Taking a Walk After You Eat:  Just 10 minutes of walking after each meal can reduce blood sugar and help prevent the food you've just consumed from being stored as fat. (Time.com)

No Wonder It Works So Well: There May Be Viagra In That Herbal Supplement:  Beware! Supplements aren't regulated making it almost impossible to verify their contents. In fact, many supplements marketed to assist with weight loss, sexual dysfunction, sleep issues and muscle building contain pharmaceuticals that can be dangerous to your health.  (NPR.org)

He Got Schizophrenia. He Got Cancer. And Then He Got Cured:  "A growing body of literature suggests that the immune system is involved in psychiatric disorders from depression to bipolar disorder." Supporting your immune system with whole, real food might be able to relieve symptoms. Until we know for sure, it can only help your overall health, mood and energy to severely limit alcohol, processed meats, foods containing added sugar and products made with refined flours, potato and rice. Indulge instead on vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, high quality lean protein (esp. omega-3 rich fish), whole intact grains, legumes and avocado/olive oil. YUM, now that's a diet that I can adhere to.  (NY Times.com) 

Why Shaving Salt Matters:  "90 percent of people in this country develop hypertension, and the principal cause is exposure to excess sodium."  How much do you need? Depends on your age and activity level but most adults require just 1500mg/day - roughly 2/3rds of a tsp. However, most of us consume upwards of 3300mg. The culprit ... restaurant/cafe and packaged food. One more reason to eat whole foods and rediscover your kitchen. (Nutritiionaction.com)

Women-Only Stroke Risk Factors:   Women tend to have more strokes than men with worse outcomes. Ladies, know your risk factors ... HRT, Birth control, and difficult pregnancies to name a few. (Berkeleywellness.com) 

Even 'Non-Toxic' Nail Polish May Contain Harmful Chemicals, Study Says:  Love your manicures? Me too! But, to avoid harmful chemicals and toxins, lose the polish. A simple buff will keep you and your nails much healthier. (Time.com)

Excess Weight Gain or Loss During Pregnancy Tied to Child's Heart Health:  What every woman needs to know before getting pregnant ... and is rarely told. (NY Times)

Can't Get Comfortable In Your Chair? Here's What You Can Do:  For many of us, a sedentary lifestyle is all too prevalent wreaking havoc on our backs. While I encourage you to stand and move at least 10 minutes each hour, here are a couple of tips you can implement to protect your spine while sitting on your tush. (NPR.org)


About Jean Varney 
 
Jean Varney is the founder and president of Eat Right, Be Fit, Live Well LLC, a health and nutrition consulting firm committed to empowering men and women to improve their health through sustainable changes to their diet and lifestyle.  Based in the Washington DC metropolitan area, Jean coaches clients nationwide by phone and in person.  She focuses on helping individuals make smart choices about the foods they eat in order to maintain high energy levels, avoid unwanted weight gain and decrease their risk of heart disease, cancer, type II diabetes and other chronic illnesses.  Jean received her training at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City.  To learn more about her practice, please visit her website at: www.EatRightBeFitLiveWell.com.