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Health experts recommend incorporating activities that strengthen your muscles, tendons and bones. Known as resistance training, this type of exercise is equally important for maintaining good health. Your metabolism functions more efficiently when your body has more lean muscle. Ward off potential osteoporosis by doing weight-bearing exercises like push-ups, pull-ups and wall presses at least 3-4 times a week.

 

While some cooking oils are healthier than others, all have the same 120 calories and 14 grams of fat per tablespoon. Use even a heart-healthy oil in moderation. Buy a good nonstick skillet, and you can significantly reduce the oil in recipes. Also, get an oil sprayer spritz of olive oil into your saute pan, onto fresh salad greens, or over a pizza before it goes into the oven distributes it much more widely and evenly than brushing or drizzling. A one-second spray delivers about 1 gram of fat. A reusable pump sprayer lets you choose your favorite oil (olive and canola oils are heart-healthiest), and ensures there's no added chemicals or propellants.

 

Eating one meal of salmon a week can spawn a much healthier you. Salmon and other fatty fish like mackerel or bluefish contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are linked to a lower risk of heart attacks. As little as one weekly serving of fish can cut a middle-aged adult's chances of a fatal heart attack by as much as 50%. More good news: Eating fish rich in omega-3s helps reduce diabetes risk, in part by lowering blood triglycerides. Conversely, diets low in omega-3 fatty acids may contribute to insulin resistance, a risk for developing diabetes. Salmon also bolsters your body's ability to process serotonin, which can help relieve a tendency toward depression. Poach it. Grill it. Pan-sear it. Bake it. Just eat it.

 

Q. What is "Chronic Fatigue" vs. "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome"?

 

http://arthritis.about.com/od/fatigue/f/chronicfatigue.htm

 

 

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