...Staying Healthy And Eating Right Staying healthy and eating right is a lifestyle that many people should consider. A juicy hamburger from McDonalds dripping with special sauce topped with cheese is not exactly considered a healthy meal. Our society today is busy and on the go at all times. It is so much easier to stop and get fast food and then continue on. However, we should stop and think; is it really worth it to not eat right and exercise? Studies have shown, people that eat right and exercise live longer. Eating fattening foods clogs your heart with cholesterol and fat. People that do not exercise and continue to eat unhealthy foods will slow their metabolism. This is why over 70% of our society are overweight today. My grandfather has had problems with his heart in the past mostly because he was very overweight and eating the wrong foods. The doctor advised him to exercise and eat right. Now, after two years of following this advice, his heart is stronger than ever. The doctor informed him that at least ten years has been added to his life. Exercising and eating right really does help you to live longer. Eating healthy foods and exercising also helps to build persons self-esteem. Many people who are overweight do not feel good about themselves. They want to be thinner but instead of doing it the right way, they try crash diets that seem to always fail or do nothing at all about their condition. If we would exercise at least 45 minutes per day, 3 to 4 times per week, it is...
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...need to put effort to. ‘How can people make smart choices while eating right and exercising?’ It is daily activities that can be done to improve the ability to get the body are shape to live a long time. The more a person chose to eat the right nutrients and have vitamins in their body the more they will stay healthy. The average person think if they eat what they chose to eat they will live a long time, but it is up to the person in general to chose what lifestyle they want to live. A person has to get enough physical activities to burn any calories to stay in shape. If a person eat in moderation the weight will come off quick, and then the foods he/she chooses can benefit a heart healthy life. If people eat a well-balance diet and exercising it can help the heart stay stronger. Healthy eating will keep you living longer, and help you stay heart health with a balance diet. People should consider eating healthy and exercising to live longer. Most people in society have busy lives and do not think about eating healthy. It is a convenience for someone to stop and get fast foods; it can clog the arteries in the heart with fat and cholesterol. However, people that eat unhealthy and do not exercise will have a slow metabolism. It will leave the body with no energy. This is why most of society is overweight and obese. I have a brother-in-law that is very obese, and he tries to exercise, but he does not eat the right food. He has a serious health problems, and he want to lose weight...
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...you exercising and eating right to stay healthy? More than half of America can answer this question with a “no”. According to statistics 35.7% adults and 17% teens are obese in America due to lack of exercise and unhealthy eating. Not exercising and eating poorly can only prepare you for the worse. Obesity, high blood pressure, and heart attacks are likely to occur to a person if they are not exercising and eating correctly to stay healthy. Obesity is the number one effect with most people in today’s society. More than 52.7% of people in America are obese, which is a very high percentage compared to other countries. But if being lazy is on the agenda instead of working out, obesity may become your new friend. Obesity is when the body doesn’t move around much so all the unhealthy food that goes into one’s body, is stored as fat. It is always wise to exercise after eating a meal, because it can help balance out the food you’ve just ate with the work-out you’re getting at the moment. High blood pressure can occur when you eat a lot fried food without exercising. This is where soul food comes in at, it may look and smell delicious, but it will turn into the complete opposite once it enters your body. I was once told four years ago that pork plays a major part in high blood pressure also. From that day on, I never ate pork again because; I had realized that I needed to stay healthier. Heart attacks are another concern when healthy eating and exercise are not performed....
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...you exercising and eating right to stay healthy? More than half of America can answer this question with a “no”. According to statistics 35.7% adults and 17% teens are obese in America due to lack of exercise and unhealthy eating. Not exercising and eating poorly can only prepare you for the worse. Obesity, high blood pressure, and heart attacks are likely to occur to a person if they are not exercising and eating correctly to stay healthy. Obesity is the number one effect with most people in today’s society. More than 52.7% of people in America are obese, which is a very high percentage compared to other countries. But if being lazy is on the agenda instead of working out, obesity may become your new friend. Obesity is when the body doesn’t move around much so all the unhealthy food that goes into one’s body, is stored as fat. It is always wise to exercise after eating a meal, because it can help balance out the food you’ve just ate with the work-out you’re getting at the moment. High blood pressure can occur when you eat a lot fried food without exercising. This is where soul food comes in at, it may look and smell delicious, but it will turn into the complete opposite once it enters your body. I was once told four years ago that pork plays a major part in high blood pressure also. From that day on, I never ate pork again because; I had realized that I needed to stay healthier. Heart attacks are another concern when healthy eating and exercise are not performed....
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...There are many reasons why people resort to compulsive eating, such as being stressed or as a result of worrying. Over time, the problems fade away but the excessive weight gain is a reminder of the behavior that the stress and worriation has caused. It is at this point that most people decide that it is time to lose weight. Although it may not seem like it, gaining weight happens over time, and therefore shedding the pounds takes time as well. Losing weight is a big commitment full of trial and error; however, it is not impossible. One can lose and maintain weight when taking the proper measures. Proper diet and exercise are very essential when trying to maintain one’s weight. There are many behaviors that can be helpful during the weight loss process but maintaining healthy eating habits and routine exercise are two very different but important factors. Eating properly is very important when trying to lose weight. Simply put, if one eats more calories than he/she burns, weight will be gained. Eating fewer calories than what is burned will cause weight loss. However, eating fewer calories does not necessarily mean that one has to eat less food; it just means that food should be chosen wisely. Certain foods can be eaten several times a day if they have a small amount of calories. Portion control is one of the most important ways to control over-eating. Successful portion control consists of monitoring serving sizes and caloric intake. Sometimes feelings and emotions allow...
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...The three diets that are suggested by the dietary Guidelines for America are the USDA food Patterns (which is what the MyPlate is based on), the DASH eating plan, and the Mediterranean eating pattern. All these diets consist of a base of fruits and vegetables, and combination of grains, proteins and dairy. The USDA Food Pattern diet consists of an amount of food from each food group based on a calorie amount that follows the MyPlate guidelines and recommendations. The DASH eating plan, emphasis eating food high in potassium, calcium, magnesium, fiber and low in sodium, red meats and sugar. It suggests eating plenty of vegetables, fruits, grains, fist, poultry, nuts, grains, and seeds. This diet was created in mind for the population who has high blood pressure and it is geared towards preventing heart disease and stroke. The last of these three diets is the traditional Mediterranean eating pattern which consists of plant based products. This eating...
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...big chair, and reflect on my life; I think about the things that are important to me. I think of my faith, my beautiful wife, and my three wonderful, intelligent daughters. I often consider my career paths and everything that I have accomplished. Smiling to myself, I know that I'm blessed to be here. There were a few occasions where I believed I was on borrowed time. At a young age, my doctor gave me the news that I was hypertensive, and I would have to take medication for the rest of my life. A lifestyle change was needed to save my life. Some skeptics say," Well, you are going to die of something." Or they will say, "Diet and exercise is just too much, who needs it?" I'll answer that question by replying, "We all do. There are many benefits to having a healthy lifestyle. Having the ability and education of clean eating, and regular exercise will lead to a longer life expectancy for you and your family." In my home, we were always taught that your body is God's temple. It should always be treated with respect; we often lose site that our body is not here to serve us but it's our responsibility to serve our bodies. There are many different effects of how we treat our bodies, some beneficial and some not so positive. I had to understand that everything I put in my mouth had a profound effect on my body. We consider the basic food groups. Vegetables and fruits, grains, meats and other protein causing solutions, dairy and some oils and fats, we will understand these...
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...Personalized Nutrition and Exercise Plan Nutrition and exercise is very important because they provide the body with all that it needs to be healthy. Creating an Exercise and Nutrition plan will help the author attain her weight loss goals. Insert name (referred to as the author throughout this paper), is currently at least 5 lbs overweight. She is 5 ft. 7 inches female weighing 165 pounds, which is a healthy weight range for the height. However, the author’s body mass index (BMI) is 25.4, which shows that the author is slightly overweight. According to Weight and Waist Measurement: Tools for Adults (2004), a BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 is considered healthy. A person with a BMI of 25 to 29.9 is considered overweight, and a person with a BMI of 30 or more is considered obese. Therefore, the author must make provisions to encourage healthy eating, weight loss, and proper weight management. Identification of the Health/Nutrition Problem Losing weight is a trying goal to attain mentally and physically. The author wants to lose weight to be healthier and to have a better self-image. Therefore, the main health problem that will be targeted is weight loss, but placing emphasis on the author’s nutritional habits is also important. She does not consume nutrient dense foods that provide her with the nutrition she needs to change her goals. Another focus of the exercise and nutrition plan is to incorporate healthy eating as a lifestyle choice, rather than a means to losing weight. Four...
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...Me Everyone has issues in life that is difficult to ignore, whether it is personal, physical, and social. In my case, my problem is trying to find solution to push and motivate myself to live a healthy lifestyle and exercise daily. I will conduct a research on why this is a problem and solutions to resolve this issue. Next, I will design plans and strategies applicable to health and exercise. Then I will evaluate and consider all information gathered as possible solutions. My ultimate goal is to succeed and find a resolution to a new me. Identifying the problem: Living a healthy lifestyle and adding daily exercise is essential to good health. I allowed myself to follow a lifestyle by eating a healthy balance diet and exercising four-to five times a week. However, shortly after I discovered that I was expecting, everything came down the tunnel. I had a difficult time with my pregnancy and it detained my ability to exercise. Though, eating right was still viable, I simply let that go along with mobility. The outcome of not eating right and bed rest enormously added seventy pounds to my small frame body. Aside from the excess weight gain, my biggest day-to-day problem is motivating myself to exercise and work out daily. Presently the baby is out, my eating habit is out of control and my motivation is lacking at its best when it comes down to exercising. Even with a handful schedule, living healthy should be a priority. I believe that this is the time finally change, reduce...
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...Healthy Eating Rose Nyland Comm/156 December 1, 2000 Kim Holzhauer Are you aware of the many affects that healthy eating can have on your health and wellness? Benefits of a healthy diet include a strengthened immune system; improved body weight, energy and physical strength; improved emotional health and extended life expectancy (McLaughlin, 2011). It’s important to make wise decisions about the foods that we eat. The way we look at food and our food choices affects our health. Maintaining healthy eating habits will help reduce the risks of chronic illnesses, promote weight loss, and increase your energy levels. Healthy eating is about making wise decisions regarding the foods that a person puts into their body. Part of practicing healthy eating is eating the right foods and the right portions of that food from all of the food groups in order to maintain high energy levels, optimum health, and just plain feeling good. Healthy eating is a nutritional lifestyle that increases health. Healthy eating has to be a lifestyle in order to reduce the chance of overeating. “Healthy eating is not a diet. It means making changes you can live with and enjoy for the rest of your life” (Healthy Eating: Benefits of a Healthier Diet, 2011). Two of the most common problems that we often see regarding the way we eat is, emotional eating and under eating. The difference in healthy eating and emotional eating is that regular hunger comes about gradually and emotional hunger comes...
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...Diet and Exercise vs. Weight loss surgery Stacy Butler Com/155 May 19, 2013 Tiziana Omta Diet and Exercise vs. Weight loss surgery America has become known for having the largest population of obese people. Obesity is the second leading cause of preventable death in the United States today, however, weight gain is common as people get older and have less time to prepare healthy meals, and exercise on a regular basis. The smallest changes can make the biggest impact when losing weight. Choosing which option that will be most effective for an individual can be hard. Diet and exercise is a way for many people to lose weight, however, others many have to resort to weight loss surgery. Weight loss by dieting and exercise is the method most people use to lose weight. Limiting calorie intake and changing eating habits will help accomplish weight loss goals. When considering healthy eating, fruits and vegetables is a good start to getting proper nutrition and healthy eating habits. In addition, having a structured fitness plan is one way of keeping oneself active, which is a large part of the weight loss process. In order to accomplish weight loss, it may be necessary to consult a personal trainer to meet your weight loss goals. Nevertheless, it is recommended to exercise at least three times a week for twenty minutes at a time. Weight loss and a proper diet and exercise program will improve a person’s health, and energy level. This will enable more physical activity, which that...
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... COM/155 Two methods of losing weight Weight loss is an issue perpetually on many people's minds most people would like to be slim and toned in reality it is much easier to gain weight than to lose it. People should devote the effort necessary to reduce their weight to the recommended levels the benefits of doing so are less risk for developing life- threatening illnesses and psychological consequences of low self-esteem and anxiety. Eating the healthy way and exercising are the two most efficient and healthy ways to lose weight. Dieting and exercising are both effective at helping an individual achieve weight loss goals. Each has its benefits over the other a combination of consistent exercise and healthy eating is the key to achieving optimal health. In the past being obese was not really a factor because people worked hard and barely had food to eat and in the process the calories that were consumed were burned off and not retained as fat. In today's times, the body has adapted to thinking that it is rewarding and natural to eat a lot of food because it is available and so easy to access. According to(.ph. D. Harry Mills and his online article titled Introduction to Weight Loss...
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...On July 8th, 2014, Medical News Today, a health news website reported that obesity in the U.S. is due to a decline in exercise, and not due to overeating. The article reports, “a study from Stanford University reported in The American Journal of Medicine suggests the rise in obesity in the US is likely due to increased sedentary lifestyles across the nation, and not eating too many calories” (Paddock, 2014, para 1). Although this health issue has received a lot of attention in the last couple of decades, the rate of obesity still continues to be high. According to the CDC, in 2011–2012, the prevalence of obesity in the U.S. has continued to increase significantly in the past 20 years; 36% of adults and 17% of children and teenagers are currently overweight. Another 17% of children and teenagers are obese (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2010). The terms ‘overweight’ and ‘obese’ are determined by ‘body mass index’ or BMI. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number determined from a person's weight and height. For an adult, a BMI from 18.5-24.9 is considered normal, a BMI between 25-29.9 is considered overweight, and a BMI greater than 30 is considered obese (CDC, 2011). This paper discusses the Medical News Today article, the topic of obesity, and how it is related to Healthy People 2020. While I agree with the Medical News Article that a lack of exercise is a cause of obesity, I disagree that it is the sole cause. Increasing obesity in the U.S. is not in agreement with...
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...question is does anyone truly know how to get healthy or stay healthy. The answer is no, because people don’t think your physical health can be affected . Nutrition is an important factor when it comes to the human body. Without it your body won’t develop as it should. With different types of ways to feed your body nutrition. People don’t think highly of nutrition. All we worry about is what the food taste like and how much it cost. As of right now I don’t truly have a current fitness habit. That does not mean I don’t work-out. That simply means I don’t have a weekly work-out plan or schedule. When it comes to working out there is not a lot of weight lifting involved in my work-out. A normal work-out would consist of mainly running for my cardio and doing hands-on activities for other areas. When working out I try to keep myself hydrated. So I try to give my body all the right nutrients. Which consist of water and other sports drinks that give good nutrition during a work-out. As far as getting all the right nutrition I need while eating I don’t get on a daily basis. Out of seven days in a week three or four days might be good days where I take in all the nutrition that I need. As a result to this im not as healthy as I thought I was. I know healthier food should be implemented in my diet on a daily basis. A better work-out plan should be affectively made up and put to use on a weekly basis also. Obesity affecting your health depends on a great deal of things. It depends on...
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...Healthy Eating, Nutrition, and Exercise Plan Bonnie Williams SCI/241 August 11,2013 Dr. Louis Cohen Final Project Healthy Eating, Nutrition, and Exercise Plan I have dieted much of my adult life. Once I get started, I find that it is easy to stick with, to lose the weight that I want to. My weight problem comes from keeping the weight off after I reach my goal. In order for me to start a diet plan, I need to be motivated. I feel that adding an exercise plan to an eating plan will help my progress as well as make me a healthier person. I, as very many Americans live a very busy life-style. I work full time, have a large family, and go to school full time. My biggest challenge is making the time to exercise and sticking with it. During my adult years, my weight has fluctuated in between 125lbs and 200lbs. My height is 5’’8’ I feel the ideal weight for my height is in the 140lbs to 150lbs range. Currently I am 185lbs so getting down to my desired weight is not impossible, but will need me to be prepared to make the time and get myself on the right track. Choosing an eating and exercise plan is not easy, you have to choose goals that are achievable, If you set your schedule and plan to strict, you will grow tired or find the regime to hard to maintain. I have chosen an eating and activity plan that will fit easily into my daily schedule with just a few modifications. Nutrition Plan: My nutrition plan that I plan on implementing will improve my eating habits....
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