Health & Wellness


Tofu: Not Just for Vegetarians

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on April 24, 2008
Do you think tofu is just for vegetarians? Think again! Even if you enjoy beef, chicken and pork as part of your regular diet, eating tofu can provide you… Read Full Article

Their Heart is in Your Hands

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on April 14, 2008
Imagine you are walking down the street, shopping or perhaps on your way to lunch, when suddenly a stranger nearby grips his chest and collapses in front of you.… Read Full Article

Street-smart Bicycling

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on April 07, 2008
Is your family in the mood to go for that first spring bike ride? Bicycling is a healthy way to exercise. Just be sure to put on your thinking… Read Full Article

Skipping Breakfast is a Fattening Habit

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on March 31, 2008
You’ve probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Well, here’s one more reason to eat it. Skipping breakfast can cause you to put on… Read Full Article

For Balanced Health, Seniors Should Exercise

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on March 22, 2008
When people grow older, they sometimes give up on exercise, thinking it’s too late to be thin, trim or attractive at “their age.” While most of us know that… Read Full Article

Push-Up Your Fitness Level

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on March 17, 2008
If you could do just one exercise to ensure better fitness, what would it be? The push-up! According to the experts, push-ups are an indicator of overall fitness as… Read Full Article

Tired of Being Tired?  Walk it Off!

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on March 11, 2008
One of America’s most common health problems is fatigue. One in four Americans report feeling fatigued on a daily basis. Experts estimate that three-quarters of these people live with… Read Full Article

The Special du Jour

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on March 02, 2008
Restaurants in California are taking healthy menus a step beyond calorie and fat counts; many now feature menu items prepared with ingredients that boost immune system function. Jennifer Steinhaure… Read Full Article

The Ins and Outs of Indoor Air Pollution

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on February 24, 2008
With spring around the corner, now’s the time for your healthy home to stop hibernating. Cold weather coaxes us to seal up our homes, both to stay warm and… Read Full Article

Wholly Beneficial Grains

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on February 20, 2008
If you eat a diet based on 100% whole grains, you are more likely to lose weight AND also decrease your risks for chronic ailments like diabetes and cardiovascular… Read Full Article

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