Running for FUNDs!
[slideshow id=10] Congratulations to all runners and walkers who participated in the first Noblesville Schools Education Foundation “Fund Run” this past Saturday, September 24, 2011. Hundreds of runners and walkers joined in the fun, participating in one of three distance options – a 10-miler, a 5K, or a 1-mile fun run and walk. People […]
Take heart! Together we can prevent heart disease…
Heart disease is the number one killer in America. With some planning and commitment, you can drastically reduce your risk of becoming a heart disease victim. Exercise and nutrition can play a vital role in preventing heart problems and can even reduce the risk of recurring heart attacks. The following nutrition practices can help you […]
A dietitian’s take: goodbye MyPyramid…hello MyPlate.
Laura Kenny, RD, Riverview Hospital In early June, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the discontinuation of the MyPyramid image and introduced the MyPlate program. This new image is designed to help people visualize a healthy, well-balanced meal that incorporates each of the food groups. Three of the most difficult aspects of nutrition […]
Childhood eating habits: Are you setting the right example?
Childhood obesity has become one of America’s most serious health problems. Only 2% of school-aged children meet recommendations for all food groups. While children receive nutrition information from a variety of sources, parents can play a vital role in teaching proper eating and nutrition habits. Research has shown greater intake of fruits, vegetables and milk […]
Thank you to Girls on the Run!
[slideshow id=9] Many thanks to a very nice group of girls from Noble Crossing Elementary who are part of an organization called Girls on the Run – a national non-profit prevention program that encourages preteen girls to develop self-respect and healthy lifestyles through running. The program addresses all aspects of a young girls’ development […]
Take time for YOU at our Women’s Retreat…in Jamaica!
Many of us have so many responsibilities in life that sometimes we put ourselves last. While it can be tough to put ourselves first when we have so many other priorities, taking time for ourselves is an important aspect of stress management. And taking time out for YOU has many benefits, according to experts: Taking […]
Yoga versus Pilates…what’s the difference?
As a yoga and Pilates instructor, I am often asked what the difference is between the two practices. In reality, it’s actually easier to show someone than try to explain it. While they definitely complement one another, they are two distinct forms of exercise. Yoga has been around for literally thousands of years. The word […]
The real scoop on Body Mass Index
Most of us are familiar with or have heard the acronym BMI (Body Mass Index). You may even know your exact BMI number. But do we truly understand the importance of what this number indicates? When you think of BMI, does it trigger a “Bad Mental Image” or is it more of a “Big Mysterious […]
Living gluten-free
Gluten-free diets are something that we seem to hear more and more about these days. We hear it, but what’s it all about? Riverview Dietitian Laura Kenny recently led a seminar on this very topic at the Riverview Rehab & Fitness location in Noblesville and shares her presentation notes with us here. What is gluten? […]
Fighting for less cancer and more birthdays!
I can’t think of anyone who hasn’t been touched by cancer in some way – either through a personal experience or by supporting a friend, neighbor, or family member who has battled it. The American Cancer Society exists – with millions of supporters – to find a cure for cancer. The ACS wants to save […]