A few spots are still available for the Lose to Win Wellness Challenge starting in February!
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Carroll Hospital Health Chat: Lose to Win
On this week’s Carroll Hospital Health Chat, community nutrition educator Barb Walsh, R.D., discusses the upcoming Lose to Win Wellness Challenge. Registration is taking place now, and space is limited.
Listen to the Carroll Hospital Health Chat live every Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. on WTTR AM 1470/FM 102.3!
Carroll Hospital Health Chat: LifeBridge Health & Fitness
On the Carroll Hospital Health Chat, Hakeem Clark discusses the offerings of LifeBridge Health & Fitness.
Listen to the Carroll Hospital Health Chat live every Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. on WTTR AM 1470/FM 102.3!
Medical Misconception: Length of Physical Activity
Each month, we set the facts straight on a health and wellness myth.
This month’s myth: Physical activity is only beneficial in long sessions
With hectic schedules as the norm nowadays, many individuals have trouble carving out a set time to exercise each week. But that doesn’t mean they can’t find time in their day to incorporate bits of meaningful activity that can benefit their overall health.
Carroll Hospital Health Chat: Walk Carroll
On this week’s Carroll Hospital Health Chat, Lisa Wack, director of community health improvement for The Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County, discussed the Walk Carroll program.
Listen to the Carroll Hospital Health Chat live every Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. on WTTR AM 1470/FM 102.3!
What is the Mediterranean Diet?
February is national Heart Health Month, and you can’t discuss heart healthy eating without discussing the benefits associated with the Mediterranean diet. The Mediterranean diet is the traditional style of cooking seen in countries that border the Mediterranean Sea and is abundant in foods that are readily available in the area.
More Ways to Stay Healthy
We recently focused on the benefits of healthy eating. Now, here are some additional healthy habits to keep you feeling your best.
Protect Your Bones from Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a medical condition that affects nearly 54 million Americans today. All adults are at risk of developing this disorder, which causes the gradual loss of bone density and strength, as they get older. Osteoporosis can easily lead to broken bones and, since you can’t feel your bones weakening, it is known as a silent disease.
How to Start Exercising
Whether you consider yourself a couch potato or simply live a sedentary lifestyle, it’s never too late to start exercising. And with spring fast approaching—making outdoor activities more enticing—now is a great time to start.
How Many Steps a Day Do You Need?
Do I need 10,000 steps?
In the 1960s, pedometers made in Japan for the Tokyo Olympics were called the “10,000 steps meter.” After all these years, the 10,000 step goal has remained, but do we really need that many steps?