Healthy Habits
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- Q What are some mobile apps that can help me stay healthy?
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Dr. Maoshing Ni, GerontologyWhether you’re yearning for a more productive workout, looking for information about food and nutrition labels, or striving to achieve a targeted wellness goal, these apps should help you: Fooducate: This popular app provides helpful and... Full Answer
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- Q What are the keys to staying healthy as I age?
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Dr. Kevin Soden, Family MedicineStaying healthy as we age depends on a number of factors. Finding happiness and staying vital is dependent not only on physical factors but also on our mental, emotional, and spiritual health. The old axiom of “Use it or lose it” is... Full Answer
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- Q How can I resist urges to overeat or smoke?
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Dr. John Norcross, PsychologyIn the moment of intense temptation, you’ll protest, “You don’t understand, Dr. Norcross, it’s just too strong! I can’t stand it!” And in that moment, it does indeed feel like “I’m gonna die if I... Full Answer
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- Q Should I try to change more than one habit at a time?
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Dr. John Norcross, PsychologyOld science told us to stick to one thing at a time when it came to change. After all, the argument went, a person has only so much effort and brain agility to go around. New science, much of it coming from the University of Rhode Island, tells... Full Answer
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- Q Should I tell people about my New Year's resolution?
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Dr. John Norcross, PsychologyYou bet! Research demonstrates that a public commitment is more effective than a private declaration in achieving your resolution. A wonderful example of how a public commitment can lead to prolonged effort is found in a famous social... Full Answer
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- Q Why is being a coach potato unhealthy?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyHere is my Deadly Habit number 5: Becoming a Couch Potato Flopping down in front of the TV at the end of a long day can feel good, but it's actually doing a world of hurt to your body. Your metabolism still needs a workout as the evening draws to a... Full Answer
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- Q What’s the secret to keeping a New Year’s resolution?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyWhat’s your resolution? Is it to lose weight? Quit smoking? De-stress? Whatever it is, the first step is to get motivated. Without the proper inspiration, how can you drive yourself to achieve your goals? Why not find a quote to inspire you... Full Answer
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- Q Why can't I keep my New Year's resolution?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyEveryone makes New Year's resolutions to breaking bad habits, but not very many succeed. In this video, Dr. Oz discusses what often stands in the way of making those changes. Full Answer
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- Q How can I better organize my refrigerator?
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The first thing to do is to take everything out of the refrigerator. Wash it thoroughly with soap and water removing all shelves and drawers. Then go through every item and check expiration dates. If it is expired throw it out. Next organize items on the... Full Answer
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- Q Is making New Year's resolutions a good idea?
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Dr. Deborah Serani, PsychologyWhile a lot of people who make New Year's resolutions generally find them hard to keep, research shows that making resolutions can be useful. People who make resolutions are 10 times more likely to attain their goals than people who don't make... Full Answer
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