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: January 2011
Dietitian for a day — or a shopping trip
The other day while shopping at the grocery store, a woman peeked in my basket and stopped me in my tracks. “Have you tried egg whites before?” she said, pointing to the carton in my basket. I told her yes, … Continue reading
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Produce coming to York County Target stores
As if getting out of Target without a basket full of miscellaneous goods wasn’t hard enough. I don’t know how many times I’ve gone into a Target with the intention of buying two or three small items and instead walked … Continue reading
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Starbucks supersizes drink to Trenta … really?
As more people and some businesses become more aware of portion control and caloric intake, Starbucks has upgraded its drink sizes. Meet the Trenta, a 31-ounce cup used only for iced beverages. The coffee chain currently offers Trenta in 14 … Continue reading
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Tweak those Super Bowl party munchies
Sporting events are often linked to unhealthy food. With NFL playoffs underway and the Super Bowl near, Hanover Hospital has released a healthier version of one’s typical gathering. Although some people might consider such parties an occasional splurge, it’s inspiring … Continue reading
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Study: Calorie info doesn’t count
A study by public health researchers in Seattle and from Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School showed that listing calories on restaurant menus had little effect on the types of food people ordered. Seattle passed a law requiring fast-food … Continue reading
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USDA guidelines would make school lunches healthier
School cafeterias would have to hold the fries — and serve kids more whole grains, fruits and vegetables — under the government’s plans for the first major nutritional overhaul of students’ meals in 15 years. The Agriculture Department proposal announced … Continue reading
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Hanover Hospital to offer lifestyle improvement program
Hanover Hospital will offer Eat Well For Life, a six-week lifestyle improvement program. The sessions run from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 through March 9 at the Wellness & Education Center, 400 York St. in Hanover. Eat Well For … Continue reading
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Wake up to a morning workout
I always strive to exercise in the morning, but it rarely happens. I usually get into the routine of heading to the gym or running after work, but then my night is shot. After arriving home, showering, making dinner and … Continue reading
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Obama to sign bill to improve nation’s food safety
In an indication of coming tensions with the GOP-controlled House, President Barack Obama on Jan. 4 was signing into law an overhaul of the nation’s food safety system as Republicans talked of withholding $1.4 billion needed to put the new … Continue reading
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