Recent Health Blog | Seasonal Health PostsAimee'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. 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. Ask a Health Blogger: Dry, Bloody Noseby Aimee Amodio15 Nov 2008 01:22 PMLately when I blow my nose, I see red or brown streaks on the tissue. What's going on? I've had a stuffy nose lately -- but I thought it was just fall allergies. Should I be worried? I don't think you have an emergency on your hands. Ask a Health Blogger: Static Electricityby Aimee Amodio08 Nov 2008 01:03 PMWhen winter comes, I notice that I'm a lot more static-y. The worst is getting out of the car -- I always get a shock when I'm closing the door! What's behind the "shocking" change? I have the same problem -- winter seems to be my time to give and receive a lot of those little static jolts. Is Pool Chlorine Bad for You?by Aimee Amodio12 Jul 2008 07:02 AMI don't want to put a damper on your summer fun... but that chlorine in your pool is a pretty powerful chemical. Chlorine can be highly irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract if not diluted. The upside of chlorine: this chemical helps disinfect the pool water. The Best Way to Kill Germsby Aimee Amodio09 Jan 2008 02:06 PMA study from the University of Michigan School of Public Health says that those liquid antibacterial soaps are no better at preventing infection than regular soaps! What's worse -- using antibacterial soaps may decrease the effectiveness of some antibiotics. Why Being a Hermit was Good for My Healthby Aimee Amodio29 Dec 2007 07:10 PMOkay... I'm partly joking with that title. I'm also partly serious. Holiday Sleep Lossby Aimee Amodio27 Dec 2007 02:02 PMDo the holidays leave you feeling rested? Or are you tired from all the extra stuff -- the parties, the running around, the shopping, the extra commitments? Sleep can become a problem during the holiday season. Why? Maybe you've got more on your social calendar. Recent Blog Comments Aimee Amodio says... "Glad to help confirm your decision, Dale!" |
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