Scary Health Statistics
Posted: February 19, 2010 at 6:34 pm
What an interesting article... and definitely a bit scary!!!
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February is Heart Health Month!
Posted: February 1, 2010 at 4:25 pm
At Jumpstart, we are constantly on a mission to provide quality care and encourage our patients to lose weight in a safe environment but more than just numbers, we strive to promote lifestyle change and increase your quality of life. That said, Heart Health Month is near and dear...
TOP 12 TIPS FOR AVOIDING THE HOLIDAY BULGE:
Posted: November 12, 2009 at 3:56 pm
1. Never Arrive Hungry for a Party
Holiday treats will seem even more tempting if you show up hungry to a party. Plan ahead and have a sensible snack or a small meal before leaving for holiday events. You will be less likely to sample the cheese dip or...
“Smart Choices” Marketing Program Misleads Consumers
Posted: October 23, 2009 at 11:01 pm
You may have thought you could trust that green check mark on the front of your cereal and assorted food items in the grocery store but alas, you were misled by the marketing gurus for the food industry.
The Smart Choices logo began appearing on food packages this summer but immediately...
ABC News Report, “Timing May Be Key to Successful Dieting”
Posted: September 17, 2009 at 6:57 pm
Charles Gibson reports on the success of a high protein, low carb diet in order to see weight loss for the average American. He notes that avoiding refined cereal, breads, alcohol and eating more protein such as egg white omelets and low fat cheese can help curb your appetite for...
Obama Hints at “Sin Tax” to Battle US Obesity
Posted: September 8, 2009 at 2:06 pm
Obama hinted, in an upcoming article with Men's Health, that he may be open to 'sin tax' on fizzy drinks to stem obesity - but admitted it would be an uphill battle against corporate and economic interests. This was all in response to our last blog post regarding the soda intake...
Sugars Can Be Dangerous – Watch Your Soda Intake: An AHA Study
Posted: August 31, 2009 at 2:53 am
The American Heart Association (AHA) posted last week a statement noting that due to the high intakes of dietary sugars in recent years, we are...
Back-to-School Means Time Again for ME
Posted: August 24, 2009 at 3:03 pm
As summer comes to an end with kids returning to school, parents find they can once again take a look at their 2009 New Year’s resolutions they made to live healthier, eat better and find time to join a gym. We at Jumpstart encourage you take another look at how...
Tips from Jumpstart Clients
Posted: July 31, 2009 at 9:59 am
When I go out with my girlfriends to places like Chevy’s, and they are going o be eating chips and salsa, I bring a pre-cooked bag of Trader Joe’s Green Beans in a bag. When they dip their chips in salsa, I dip my warm green beans! -Kathleen Sochan
I put...
Experts Recommend Walking
Posted: July 30, 2009 at 9:39 am
Experts recommend exercise 3-5 times per week. This can be as simple as a nice walk, simple bike ride, dancing or a cardio sport like tennis or basketball. In addition, experts recommend resistance training at least twice a week which may scare some people who never have set foot in...
