Health Promotion Program Childhood Obesity August 8, 2010 Obesity is increasing rapidly in the United States, affecting children, adolescents, and adults of all races, ethnicities, and income levels. Since 1980’s, the obesity in children aged 6 to 11 has doubled, and the percentage of obesity in adolescents ages 12 to 19 has tripled. Childhood obesity has both immediate and long-term serious health impacts. Obesity is having a large
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entire person. Although many factors are genetic and non-modifiable, such as family history, age, sex, and race, there are ones that can be modified including smoking cessation, exercising, moderating alcohol intake, and eating healthy. If a person adheres to changing their lifestyle they can dramatically decrease their stroke risk. I could talk to members of the community to further assess the need for a program such as this and to help enhance and develop a better stroke prevention program. To help
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during: • pre-pregnancy • pregnancy • breastfeeding In preparing for pregnancy it is important that a healthy diet is followed to ensure that the body has adequate stores of vitamins and minerals. One would need to eat plenty of fibre, protein such as lean meat, fish and beans; dairy foods for the calcium and 5 a day. Food requirements vary according to age, gender, size, occupation or lifestyle, and climate. Different foods contain different amounts of energy per unit of weight; foods that contain
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IOCLEAR - What one device accomplishes is unbelievable - In less than an hour, the BIOCLEAR air purifier creates clear, healthy and stable air, just like in nature, by neutralizing an especially wide variety of contamination factors: Neutralizing stamen, dust mite and its secretions, which are allergens Neutralizing viruses (such as flu), germs, mildew spores and mold in the room air. Neutralizing toxic gases and volatile organic contaminant Neutralizing smoke and unpleasant smells such as
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Coronary artery disease is usually caused by atherosclerosis. Cholesterol and other fatty substances accumulate on the inner wall of the arteries. This attracts fibrous tissue, blood components, and calcium, which harden into flow-obstructing plaques. If a blood clot suddenly forms on one of these plaques it can convert a partial obstruction to a total occlusion. When the blockage is temporary or partial, angina (chest pain or pressure) may occur. When the blockage completely and suddenly cuts off
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Healthy Eating Plan Siobhan N. Xavier SCI/241 September 18, 2011 Mr. David West Healthy Eating Plan Eating a well-balanced and nutrition-rich meal on a daily basis is just as important as maintaining the proper body weight and maintaining the proper personal care and hygiene on a daily basis. I believe that I live by a fairly healthy lifestyle and I exercise and eat the proper foods. However, upon completing my prior required assignment “Three Day Diet Analysis” and comparing my results
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Diabetes Mellitus The term "diabetes mellitus" refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood glucose, commonly called blood sugar. Glucose is vital to your health because it's an important source of energy for the cells that make up your muscles and tissues. It's your brain's main source of fuel. (Turner, 2010, p.18) of you have diabetes, no matter what type, it means you have too much glucose in your blood, although the reasons may differ. Too much glucose can lead to serious
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like too much of a commitment, but in reality the steps required to properly care for your body are quite simple and doing so comes with many benefits. Caring for your body is important simply because doing so will ensure that you live a happy, healthy life. Take proper care of your body is also important because it helps prevent sicknesses or diseases, some of which may be life threatening. Living a healthful life style can also help improve your mental and emotional health which in turn can
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cholesterol, and sodium one consumes. Knowing how much nutrients to eat can lower the risk of certain diseases, like heart disease and high blood pressure. Not all foods labeled as healthy foods are in fact healthy for the body. Do not assume because the words “fat free” or “low fat” are present on labels it must be healthy to eat. The body may not be getting all of the nutrients because of added ingredients that make foods appear healthier. The second most important way to lose weight is choosing
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part of the curriculum. Apart from maintaining physical fitness, it includes training in the development and care of the human body It helps a person sharpen overall cognitive abilities and motor skills through athletics, exercise and various other physical activities. Seeing its benefits for the body and its effect on life, the importance of physical education can’t be ignored. Physical education inculcates in children the importance of maintaining a healthy body and teaches then the importance
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