They put a bunch of data from other studies into a one big pool and came up with…a statistic. That’s it. …
Category: Mind
How to Stay OnTrack With an Android App
Are you looking for a compact, accurate way to track of your blood sugar levels, medication, exercise, carb counts, and test results? As they say, “There’s an APP for that!”
What Jack LaLanne Taught Me About Building a Kingdom
Exercise is King, nutrition is Queen, put them together and you’ve got a kingdom. —Jack LaLanne Fitness King Jack LaLanne passed away this week. His New York Times obit called him “the founder of the modern fitness movement.” At 96 he was in better shape than most people half that age. As he got older…
Why You Should Never Drink Anything Bigger Than Your Stomach
Starbucks announced their biggest drink yet: the “Trenta.” The reaction was swift, negative, and probably not what the folks at Starbucks expected. I was surprised that such a big deal was made about it. At 31 oz. it’s not the biggest drink out there. Heck the Super Big Gulp at 7-Eleven is 44 oz. And…
Single Servings: Do They Help?
Are single-size packages a good thing? As I wandered through the grocery store today I was struck by how many foods are available in single servings. There’s yogurt (of course) and string cheese, cream cheese, milk (dairy and soy), and tuna, and ice cream, and so much more. And it got me to wondering “Is this a…
Can a Flowchart Help You Make Better Food Choices?
Flowcharting eating choices can keep them healthy Darya Pino at posted a flowchart for finding real food at the supermarket on her blog Summer Tomato yesterday. It’s an intriguing combination of guidance and humor. Darya in answering the question “Was it [the item found in the grocery store] ever alive?” if you say “NO” the next box…