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Finding the  right  diet is key to losing and keeping off weight
Finding the right diet is key to losing...
By Timi Gustafson • May 13, 2014 2:14 pm

When people hear the word “diet,” most think of calorie restriction, deprivation, making up for past indulgences, and as so forth.

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A good night’s sleep can be elusive as we age
A good night’s sleep can be elusive as...
By Timi Gustafson • March 28, 2014 9:00 am

Sleep changes can become problematic if they lead to persistent sleep disorders with potentially serious health effects.

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Read all about it
Read all about it
By Timi Gustafson • February 11, 2014 3:39 pm

FDA plans to update food Labels, but will it help consumers?

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It’s simple, just keep moving to stay healthier
It’s simple, just keep moving to stay healthier
By Timi Gustafson • January 23, 2014 9:00 am

The healthier and more physically fit you are, the better your chances will be to live a long and active life.

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Mindful eating benefits both body and mind
Mindful eating benefits both body and mind
By Timi Gustafson • December 18, 2013 1:43 pm

There has been increasing interest in the subject in recent years, and a growing movement that connects eating with meditation and other calming exercises has emerged.

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Holidays set off ‘emotional eating’
Holidays set off ‘emotional eating’
By Timi Gustafson • November 28, 2013 10:00 am

As the holidays are nearing, even those among us who mostly manage to stay in shape have to wonder how they can prevent serious damage to their waistline this time of the year.

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Childhood obesity rates decrease slightly in some parts of the country
Childhood obesity rates decrease slightly in some parts...
By Timi Gustafson • August 8, 2013 3:25 pm

For the first time in many years we are seeing some progress in the fight against childhood obesity in this country, according to a study. Although the changes are not yet very significant, there is hope that the epidemic is beginning to taper off.

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‘Act your age’ when working out | Timi Gustafson
‘Act your age’ when working out | Timi...
By Timi Gustafson • June 25, 2013 9:00 am

A few years ago, I had the opportunity to visit China and spend some time in Beijing. One of my favorite morning activities was to go to a public park close to my hotel. Initially, I just went for walks on my own, but soon I was invited by a small group of local seniors to join in their tai chi exercise.

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Food trends to keep – small, simple, fresh and healthy
Food trends to keep – small, simple, fresh...
By Timi Gustafson • January 29, 2013 9:31 am

Much has been reported on changing food and nutrition trends in recent years, and 2012 was no exception. Analysts agree: Americans want to eat more healthily.

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Business travel fatigue
Business travel fatigue
By Timi Gustafson • June 23, 2009 1:42 pm

Question: I travel a lot on business, mostly to the Far East. In the beginning, I have had some symptoms of jet lag, mostly being fatigued for a few days. I was hoping that I would get used to long-distance travel and changing time zones. Over time, however, my symptoms have worsened and I now seem unable to get back into my regular sleep pattern for weeks. What should I do? I have to travel, but I fear that suffering from constant jet lag is going to affect my health.

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