1. Take a Time-out tailgate. It ' an all-American past time - the tailgate party ! Tailgating today has progressed far beyond burgers and fries . You can find everything from cheese dip spicy chicken wings .Do not despair : the tailgate spread must not sideline your weight loss plan . Grilled skewers are great dishes on field . Just spit vegetables , fruits and lean meat, and enjoy your favorite marinade. Seafood , sauces , wraps, and stews are eat well , too. A Crock - Pot of chili - loaded with high-fiber , high-protein beans - is a classic dish tailgate (not forget the Beano ). Just remember , alcohol is high in calories . Enjoy your favorite beer , but go out for drinks with zero calories as party rolls along . It 's all in how you play the game !
2. Sleep Tips for helping kids ' weight. Is your child getting enough sleep ? Otherwise , it could affect more than sleepiness in school. Studies suggest that there may be a link between skimp on sleep and overweight. Lack of sleep can increase hunger hormones - the kids to eat more. In addition, children are less likely to exercise ( and burn calories ) when they are tired . To help children and teenagers get a good night's sleep :
Remove televisions, computers and gadgets for kids' bedrooms .
Avoid large meals before bedtime.
Develop a regular routine of going to sleep.
Set bedtimes and stop times of awakening.
Make sure the room is quiet , dark , relaxing - and not too hot or cold.
Helping children to calm down a couple of hours before bedtime.
Heavy study , text messaging, or video games should end in the early evening.
How much sleep do not need schoolkids ? It depends on the child. But here are some general guidelines of the National Sleep
Foundation :
Ages 3-5 : 11-13 hours
Ages 5-12 : 10-11 hours
Age 11-17 : 9.5 to 9.25 hours
3. Flu Vaccine ? Who ? You . While the temperatures become colder and people spend more time indoors, flu season sneaks inside Because the flu virus can infect the lungs , it can cause a serious complication such as pneumonia - which may require hospitalization , also lead to death . That's why some people have to get a flu shot . October or November is the best time to get vaccinated , but you can still get vaccinated in December or later. Flu season can begin as early as October and last until May. If you live with or care for a child under the age of 2 , you are in a priority group for influenza vaccine. There are two types of flu vaccines : flu shots and nasal sprays . The flu vaccine is indicated for:
Children aged 6 months to 19 years old.
Pregnant women .
People aged 50 and older .
People of any age with chronic medical conditions such as asthma.
People who live in nursing homes or other structures in the long term. Others who could get Flu Mist nasal spray include healthy people 2-49 years who are not pregnant. Also, protect yourself and your child from catching or spreading viruses :
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when sneezing or coughing . Throw away after .
Wash your hands often with soap and water - especially important after you cough or sneeze on them. Use a hand cleaner containing alcohol , if necessary.
Keeping you and your child away from people who are coughing or sneezing .
Try not to touch your eyes , nose or mouth - because that's how germs spread
In 2009, the ' H1N1 swine flu , a new influenza virus , it has emerged . This virus is spread from person to person, as seasonal flu , mainly through coughing or sneezing , or sometimes by touching something that has been infected with the virus. A vaccine for swine flu is in production.
4. Holiday Game Plan : No weight gain. The challenges of the holiday party are all too obvious - wonderful smells and tastes fabulous . We love our comfort food ! But the traditional holiday weight gain is another matter . If it is a real problem for you, here's good news . With a few simple changes , you can enjoy the party without earning an extra 1-3 pounds that tend to become permanent baggage .
Here is your plan :
Do not arrive hungry. Eat something small and healthy , such as oatmeal or a wholemeal bun, before the big meal. That will keep you full until dinner.
Exercise every day. This means large parties , too. Take the family with you . Start a new holiday tradition that involves the activity .
Establish ground rules with yourself. Eating sweets , but only a fragment , for example.
Track . Write down everything you eat. If you put it in writing , you're less tempted to overeat.
Eat smaller portions of high-calorie dishes . Enjoy, but do not pig out .
Save calories for the foods you love . Do not eat something just because it's there.
Chat more , eat less. Shun those high in fat appetizers at holiday parties .
If you know that you will have trouble resisting those favorite foods , plan for it . Reduce consumption at the beginning of the week. Do more exercise , before and after the holidays. You can do this !
5. Sweet potatoes : Winter Superfood. And ' one of the sweetest ways to make a healthy change - make hot sweet potatoes. These luscious orange tubers have a wealth of antioxidants , phytochemicals including beta - carotene , vitamins C and E, folic acid, calcium , copper, iron and potassium. The fiber in sweet potatoes promotes a healthy digestive system , and antioxidants may have a role in preventing heart disease and cancer. The natural sweetness of a roasted sweet potato is delicious without additional fat or flavor enhancers .
6. Exercise your brain : go dancing. You know your heart benefits from exercise. Your brain does, too. Studies show that regular , moderate exercise - 30 minutes of walking or a light stroke of a mile - helps fight the effects of aging on the brain. No grueling workouts required! All types of account exercise , including walking , cycling , hiking, swimming , aerobics and weight training . Ballroom dancing is another good, especially on chilly evenings entertainment. How exercise works to prevent mental decline ? Researchers believe that exercise can stimulate the body to fight the stress that is normally occur in the brain - the stress that causes oxidative damage. All that good stuff a bit ' of exercise!
7. Curl up with Hot Coffee. How wonderful warming cup of coffee in the morning can have health benefits . The caffeine in coffee stimulates the brain and nervous system , and can reduce the risk of diabetes , Parkinson's disease , mood disorders , headaches, and even cavities. Scientists have found many beneficial substances of the coffee , including chlorogenic acid , a compound of the family antioxidant that can improve the glucose (sugar) metabolism. Another advantage is that the coffee contains magnesium , a mineral that can also improve insulin sensitivity and improve glucose tolerance - thumbs up for the prevention of diabetes.
Another advantage is that coffee is naturally calorie-free . Just do not load it with extra calories of cream , sugar, whipped cream , and / or flavored syrup .
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