Hey there Guys, Today I came across a recent news post that talks about the significant health issues of a young woman whose sole diet consisted of McDonald's "chicken" nuggets. Shocked doctors learned of her habit when the factory worker, from Birmingham, north of London, collapsed and was taken to hospital after struggling to breathe. Ms Irvine, who has never eaten … [Read more...] about Are Healthy Choices Possible at Fast Food Outlets?
Diabetes & Healthy Eating
Diet Vs Exercise Which Has The Biggest Weight Loss Benefit?
Hey there Guys, Today I came across a brilliant web post that helps to address the age old argument: Which is better for weight loss, diet or exercise? I think we have all been though the standard yo-yo weight loss programs. At my heaviest I was about 113kg and my lightest 83kg. I'd restrict my food, take supplements, go for crazy/strict/illogical combination rules, there … [Read more...] about Diet Vs Exercise Which Has The Biggest Weight Loss Benefit?
The Healthy Bear on the Afternoon Grumps!
Hey there Guys, Do you ever get home after a huge day at work feeling grumpy? As much as I hate to admit it I have to confess that it used to happen to me on a semi regular basis. The day would start out fine, I'd have my coffee and eggs for breakfast, work till about midday then take a quick lunch break. Twelve thirty, and I'm ready to get stuck back onto the grindstone … [Read more...] about The Healthy Bear on the Afternoon Grumps!
Can Soft Drink Really Impact Your Health?
Hey there guys, Have your doctor ever talked to you about any the following problems? Mildly elevated blood pressure? Waist line slowly creeping up? Blood tests showing lipids elevated or early insulin resistance? This combination of signs sometimes called "metabolic syndrome", "syndrome X" or "insulin resistance syndrome" is now becoming recognised as an … [Read more...] about Can Soft Drink Really Impact Your Health?
A Healthy Bear’s Guide To Exercise & Diabetes
Hey there Guys, As mentioned in my post yesterday about diabetes and the bear community I briefly mentioned the benefits of exercise in preventing diabetes. Today I want to elaborate on this a little more and to also discuss the benefits of exercise if you are already living with diabetes. What are the benefits of exercise? It is well documented that exercise is beneficial … [Read more...] about A Healthy Bear’s Guide To Exercise & Diabetes