About this blog
I try to live a healthy life. My health obsession likely began as worry, about illness, death and dieting, but later intrigued me to learn more about often-complex subjects. I try to educate myself every day, in little ways, to improve my quality of life through nutrition, exercise and medicine. This blog is a place to share knowledge about happy and healthy living in York County. Contact me at lzaleski@ydr.com.
Monthly Archives: August 2010
Calorie counting on the verge of expansion
Provisions from the government’s health care overhaul in March will soon require thousands of places that offer food — such as movie theaters, airplanes and convenience stores — to post calorie information in conspicuous locations near food items. The Food … Continue reading
Posted in Dining out, Food, Grocery stores, Nutrition, Obesity
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Family a fighting force against obesity
For our obesity series, I followed the Heltzel family over the course of about two a month and a half during their journey toward better health. Dave, Mary and Doug each confronted different challenges at various stages of weight loss. … Continue reading
Posted in Obesity, Weight loss
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‘Fat-free’ not always healthy
It makes me angry when I unknowingly consume a ridiculously unhealthy food. Rage might be an inappropriate response. But I take it out on myself — not a food manufacturer, restaurant manager or clerk at a grocery story — so … Continue reading
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Field trip full of healthy education
During my reporting for Fat Battleground: Obesity in York County, I’ve heard many sources say better nutrition has to be taught from the start. Many unhealthy habits develop throughout childhood and are then passed down through generations. While grocery shopping … Continue reading
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Organic foods worth some thought
Until recently, I hadn’t spent much time thinking about where my fruits and vegetables come from and how they’re grown. While reporting a story about a Red Lion farm that uses organic methods, I observed the effort that’s put into … Continue reading
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Watch ‘Food Inc.’ for free
Check out a free viewing of “Food Inc.” at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Shrewsbury Township Municipal Building, 12341 Susquehanna Trail South in Glen Rock. Robert Kenner’s documentary, nominated for an Academy Award, explores who controls our nation’s food supply, … Continue reading
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Do your homework before trying a new cuisine
I love trying foods from different cultures. Whenever I’m about to try a cuisine for the first time, I usually do a little research to find what my healthier options are. I went out for Indian food with a co-worker … Continue reading
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Program to fight childhood obesity
Over the past 30 years, the obesity rate for preschoolers and adolescents has doubled, and the rate for children ages 6 to 11 has tripled, according to Mayo Clinic reports. To combat this, Memorial Hospital will offer a nine-week program … Continue reading
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A vacation from nutrition
I went on vacation to Ocean City, Md., with my family last week. For me, vacation isn’t a justifiable reason to stray too far from my normal lifestyle. Because I feel good when I eat healthy and exercise, I’m health … Continue reading
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