Recent Health Blog | December 2008 PostsHow to Stick to Your New Year's Resolutionsby Aimee Amodio30 Dec 2008 02:32 PMThe fresh start of a new year inspires lots of people to make New Year's resolutions. Some of the most popular resolutions include losing weight/exercising more, saving money/managing debt, and stress reduction. Aimee's Health Resolutions for 2009by Aimee Amodio29 Dec 2008 02:36 PMLooking back at 2008, I did manage to keep a few of my resolutions (and failed on some others). I haven't been using the free gym at my complex, but I did discover that the hot tub is open all year. I have been walking more (with and without the dogs), and even got out on my bike a few times. Making Healthy and Reasonable Resolutionsby Aimee Amodio28 Dec 2008 09:19 PMIt's that time of year: time to start thinking about New Year's resolutions. I like the idea of a fresh start for the New Year. But I don't always stick with my resolutions. I think that's because I try to make them too big and too broad. Know what I mean? Get in shape. Eat better. Holidays and Healthby Aimee Amodio22 Dec 2008 07:54 PMI made it through Thanksgiving without my usual holiday problem. But the winter holidays are upon us and my body is showing signs of impending doom. Ever since I started college, I've experienced a weird phenomenon: I tend to fall ill around the holidays. Sores in the Corners of the Mouthby Aimee Amodio18 Dec 2008 09:51 PMThe last few winters have brought me a new problem: the corners of my mouth dry out and crack open. It's painful, it looks ugly and makes me self-conscious, and I'm having a hard time healing it. If I open my mouth too wide (like for a yawn), anything that has healed cracks open again. Folliculitisby Aimee Amodio14 Dec 2008 05:27 PMA few months ago, I was at the doctor's office getting a cat bite checked, and the doctor noticed a reddish rash on my arms. She was pretty sure that the rash was folliculitis. Folliculitis is an infection of the hair follicles. Hot Tub Safetyby Aimee Amodio12 Dec 2008 05:23 PMMuch to my delight, the hot tub at my apartment complex is open all year. I've been walking over about once a week for a warm, steamy soak... and I love it! But a hot tub can be dangerous if you aren't careful. The main hazard with hot tubs and spas is drowning -- just like any body of water. Health Benefits of Hot Tubs and Hydrotherapyby Aimee Amodio11 Dec 2008 08:19 PMI love the water. When I was a kid, I would spend entire summer days in the pool, only coming out of the water for lunch and bathroom breaks. I love long, steamy baths and relaxing showers. What Did I Do to My Back?!by Aimee Amodio09 Dec 2008 04:28 PMBack pain is a pretty common complaint. But there isn't just one type of back pain -- and there isn't just one thing that causes the problem. Here are three major causes of back pain. A sprain or strain is the most common cause of back pain. Safe and Healthy Snow Shovelingby Aimee Amodio08 Dec 2008 04:28 PMYou might not think about it until the white stuff is falling from the sky, but shoveling snow can be quite a workout! The effort of clearing snow off the sidewalks and driveway can be a strain for your muscles -- especially your heart. Shoveling snow is pretty intense exercise. Recent Blog Comments Aimee Amodio says... "Glad to help confirm your decision, Dale!" |
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