Guide to Health, Wellness & Beauty

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Health, Wellness & Beauty

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Medication safety tips for children and adults the only ones in danger. Adults can make mistakes with their medications as well. For example, seniors who may be managing several different types of medications can inadvertently cause dangerous drug interactions by mixing the wrong pills.

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rescription and over-thecounter medications can save lives and help people of all ages manage certain conditions.

When used correctly and under the guidance of a physician, medications are largely safe. It’s when medicines are used off-label, shared or taken in error that reactions and injury can occur.

The American Academy of Pediatrics and their Healthy Children Organization warns that more than 7,000 children visit hospital emergency rooms every year for problems related to medication errors. Children are not

Pharmacists work diligently to help prevent medication errors. However, the general public can also do their part. The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy offer these medication safety tips.

When a new medication is prescribed, ask the doctor to explain more about it, including its intended purpose and any common side effects to be expected.

Make sure your doctor knows about all the medications you are taking, including non-prescription products, herbal remedies, dietary supplements, and vitamins. Some medications do not mix with seemingly innocent ingredients. Keep a running list of any medicines you take so you can easily and accurately share this information with your physician.

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Question anything that you do not understand. Check the prescription for dosing information. For refills, make sure the refill information conforms to the original prescription strength.

Fill all prescriptions at the same pharmacy and develop a rapport with the pharmacist so that potential drug interactions will be flagged.

Pharmacists are well versed in medications and may be able to inform you as to the safety or risk involved in taking an over-the-counter product at the same time that you are on a prescription.

Many pills look the same. If you are confused and taking multiple medications, keep medications in the original packaging and double-check the labels before taking any medications.

Use the right dosing tools. A spoon from the kitchen is not accurate for measuring out a teaspoon of medication.

If you take multiple medications, use a pillbox to keep pills organized. The box makes it easier to

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manage medications and serves as a reminder if you have or have not taken a medication on a given day.

Store medications as instructed on the label. The bathroom medicine cabinet may not be an ideal place to store medications, as bathrooms get damp, and that can compromise the integrity of the pills. Also, bathroom cabinets are readily accessible by all, including kids. It’s better to store drugs out of sight and reach of children. Keep dangerous medications locked away.

Routinely discard expired or unneeded medications. Medicine takeback programs for disposal are a good way to remove medicines from the home and reduce the chance that others may accidentally take the medicine.

Consult with a doctor before beginning or ending medication.

Medicines play important roles in personal health. When used correctly, medications are assets, but caution should always be taken to ensure safe usage and storage of any medications.

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How to overcome What is clean eating all about? excuses and commit to working out S

taying healthy requires a daily commitment. It is not always easy to get out of bed for those early-morning workouts or jump on the treadmill at the end of the night when you finally have some free time, but such efforts are a great way to maintain a healthy lifestyle into your golden years.

Clean eating starts with selecting farm-fresh fruits and vegetables and other foods that are in their most natural form.

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lean eating is a growing trend among people focused on health and wellness. A relatively simple concept of selecting foods that are minimally processed, clean eating intends to instill a greater understanding of the pathway between a food’s origins and the final products that end up on grocery store shelves and dinner tables.

Choosing whole or “real” foods that are as close to their natural forms as possible is a staple of clean eating.

The availability of convenience food products has never been greater, and not all packaged foods are unhealthy. But clean eating encourages consumers to be more aware of the ingredients in the foods they eat while selecting those foods that are minimally processed. Many foods designated as “clean,” including vegetables and fruits, whole grains, free-range meats, low-fat dairy products, unsalted nuts, and whole seeds, are straight from the farm.

Another component of clean eating is eliminating or greatly reducing the consumption of refined sugar. Many health experts advise that refined sugar is a large contributor to unnecessary calories. Many people can get all the energy they need by consuming foods with natural sugars.

If an ingredient list includes names you cannot recognize or if the natural form of the food has been changed (i.e. removing the bran from whole grains), it cannot be included in a clean-eating plan. Also, foods that have a lot of additives, including salt,

sugar and fat, are not classified as clean.

Jessica Fanzo, assistant professor of nutrition at Columbia University, advises that not all food processing is bad. Processing is sometimes necessary to prevent pathogens that can lead to illness. For example, pasteurizing milk is a processing method, but one that is necessary to stop the proliferation of bacteria. Even steaming foods is processing in some form, but it is not on par with some of the overly processed foods available.

The benefits to clean eating are numerous. Increasing intake of fruits and vegetables can boost your immune system and serve as a nutritious way to maintain a healthy weight. Clean eating may help you become more conscious of everything from meal ingredients to portion sizes.

Many men and women know there are plenty of excuses to skip workouts. Overcoming such excuses can sometimes be difficult, but there are ways to ensure you stay on the right track toward a healthy lifestyle.

Excuse #1: I don’t have enough time to exercise. Shortage of time is a factor for many busy individuals. The Department of Health and Human Services recommends the average person get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity. Thirty minutes per day can easily be broken up into three, 10-minute sessions. Take the stairs, jog on your lunch hour or do deep-seated squats while preparing dinner. It’s easy to fit in daily exercise if you’re willing to be creative.

Excuse #2: I’m too out of shape.

Getting back into shape is a prime motivator for exercise. However, fear of being able to keep up or personal body image issues sometimes keep people from exercising. There are workout routines for all fitness levels.

Starting slowly and building up intensity can help spur endurance and results.

Excuse #3: Gyms are too expensive.

You don’t necessarily need a gym to get in shape, but the programs and guidance offered at health centers certainly make it easier. Gyms may have different price plans based on members’ needs, and many gyms are willing to work with prospective members operating on tight budgets.

Check with your health insurance provider, too, as you may be eligible for rebates or discounts if you make a predetermined number of visits in a given time span or use an in-network gym.

Excuse #4: Working out is boring.

Performing the same routine day in and day out can be monotonous.

That’s why it is important to vary your exercises and try new things. If you’re usually on the machines at the gym, try a group class instead. Enlist a friend to come along and it can make the workout more interesting.

Excuse #5: I’m too tired to workout. Routine exercise wakes up the senses and gives you energy, and daily workouts promote a more restful slumber. Over time you may find that you feel more rested and energized.

Working out regularly promotes good mental and physical health. It’s easy to avoid exercise with a series of excuses, but now is the time to stop avoiding exercise and commit to a healthy lifestyle.

Those interested in clean eating can begin slowly. Start to introduce more fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and farm-fresh foods into your diet. Look for foods in their natural form, such as whole oats and other grains. Avoid highly refined ingredients and limit sugar and salt intake.

Opt for fresh herbs and spices to season food. Over time you can make other changes.

Adopting a clean-eating approach to their diet is a great way for men and women to start living healthy lifestyles. Speak with a doctor or nutritionist about healthy and effective ways to transition to clean eating.

Exercise is beneficial for many reasons, and overcoming excuses to skip workouts is a great way to maintain long-term health.

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Not Just “Common Sense”: Using All 5 Senses for Optimal Weight-Loss

By Dr. Bo Rosenblat, Chief Physician for Dr. Bo’s Diet Center

If you think losing weight is all about what you eat, then think again. Weight-loss most often boils down to why you eat. If you struggle with willpower, poor choices or lack of discipline around food, you can probably improve the outcome of your efforts by simply using all five of your senses to lose weight. The simple act of eating has an effect on each of our five senses. Likewise our senses have an equal impact on affecting what we choose to eat. Below are my top tips and techniques for each sense and how you can use it to your advantage.

Sight: Believe it or not, what we see has a tremendous effect on what we do. The saying “out of sight out of mind” has been scientifically proven as an effective strategy for weight-loss. While it’s a good idea to try keeping healthier options at eye level in your pantry and refrigerator and less healthy options more hidden, there is one step you can try taking before you even open the fridge or pantry. Hang a picture or photo that motivates you on the door. While everyone will be motivated by something different some options you can try are: a picture of yourself at a healthier weight, an ad for a dress or article of clothing you plan on wearing to a special event, or even a brochure for a vacation you plan on taking. Keeping your eyes on your goal will help you remember the hard work you’ve put in thus far, keeping you on track. Placing it front and center will help ensure that you see it first when you go to grab a snack or meal for yourself or someone else. One thing I don’t advise posting? A picture of someone else’s physique. You can only be you in this life. Don’t waste your mental energy trying to attain someone else body, instead focus on creating the best and healthiest version of yourself!

Smell: You most likely know that a delicious scent can wilt your willpower. You’re not the first person to ditch your diet due to the smell of freshly baked brownies. But there is good news about your nose – it can help you lose weight too. Certain smells can trigger positive behaviors. A 2012 study revealed that strong smells such as garlic, onion, and bold spices actually cause you to take smaller bites and eat more slowly. Essentially, your sniffer is warning your taste buds that your food may be hot and spicy and slows you down instinctively. Additionally, science has also shown that foods with a “neutral” sweet smell can lessen your appetite when cravings hit. Smelling green apples, grapefruit or bananas can help you stave off a binge. The bonus is if when you’re done smelling them you can eat them too!

Touch: If you’re stressed about your physical appearance and concerned about losing weight, the first thing to do is: relax.

Stress often creates a weight problem and almost always exacerbates one. Physical touch, such as massage or reflexology, cannot only ease your mind, but also has proven physical benefits aiding weight loss as well. And lets face it; weight-loss is as good an excuse as any to get a massage! But even if you don’t want to spend the time or money getting a professional massage you can still get the weight loss benefits at home. The ancient practice of Chinese stomach massage has been shown to be an effective tool (coupled with proper nutrition and exercise) to aid in weight loss. Abdominal massage reduces constipation, increases circulation and is thought to perk up a sluggish digestive system when done consistently. To try it yourself, twice daily lay flat on your back, warm your hands by rubbing them together for about fifteen seconds, then beginning from your navel rub your abdomen outward in circular motion.

You’re massage should be firm but comfortable. Typically people will experience an increase in bowel movements and a decrease in stomach pain within about a week. An added bonus to this gentle technique is a flatter less bloated stomach.

Taste: Likely the most obvious of all five senses in the battle of the bulge is taste. We have five categories of taste: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and savory. While our almost universal cultural love of sweet foods does stem from infancy, think mothers milk, our addiction to sugar and sweeteners has exploded in recent history. Lets face it Oreos taste delicious, but we didn’t come out of the womb eating them. So how can we develop our tastes for healthier food? Believe it or not, taste buds actually have the ability to reset. If you think you don’t like vegetables, it may just be that you haven’t given yourself the chance to like them. By overwhelming your taste buds with hyper-sweet foods like cake, cookies and candy, less sweet foods such as apples or strawberries don’t trigger the same pleasure centers in your brain. If, however, you significantly cut back on a high-sugar high-salt diet, in favor of a more balanced plant based diet you would see a noticeable shift in your cravings and taste preferences. Generally speaking, it takes about three weeks for the shift to occur, so be patient with yourself and keep trying new things…you never know what you might begin to like.

Sound: Most people are fairly sensitive to the way they speak to others, but do you listen to the way you speak to yourself? Is your dieting style all about “no”, “can’t”, and “don’t”? By repeatedly speaking to yourself in the negative, “no dessert”, “I can’t eat that” and “I don’t like this”, you are unconsciously reinforcing an underlying theme: eating healthy is a negative thing. While consciously we know nothing can be farther from the truth, this practice can make being on a diet can seem like a punishment. When you tell yourself you’re miserable, you’re going to feel miserable. Try to practice self-affirming and positive language. It may seem silly but the words you say (and think) affect your success and attitude around your diet. By expressing out loud (or in your head) the positives of the changes you’re making, rather than the negatives, you can actually alter the outcome of your efforts. Studies have shown that the happier you feel, the more likely you are to stick with new healthier habits. If you catch yourself saying, “I can’t eat that”, try “I’m proud of myself for making healthy choices”. Instead of “I hate dieting” try “I love how I look/feel after I eat well”.

By focusing on the positive outcome of your choices and the self-discipline you’re exercising rather than the restrictions or deprivation you’re feeling, you can actually think yourself thinner.

Dr. Bo Rosenblat is a board-certified medical doctor and Chief Physician of Dr. Bo's Diet Center with office locations in Hewlett & Manhasset.

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