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.
Author Archives: Leigh Zaleski
York Lite teaming up with Smart magazine
Big news, York Lite readers: I’m teaming up with Smart magazine’s new blog, where you can find all things “lite” and smart in southcentral Pennsylvania. Here’s a rundown of what to expect from this new platform. – Fashion and makeup … Continue reading
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Reebok’s EasyTone shoe takes a $25M kick from Federal Trade Commission
Tone your butt while you walk — what a nice thought. I have to admit, I almost bought a pair of toning sneakers when the hyped-up fitness apparel hit the market a couple of years ago. But I, like most … Continue reading
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A Soviet-inspired workout fit for your conference room
Fitness gurus often encourage people with sedentary jobs to incorporate movement into their workdays. There are days when sitting at a desk for eight hours kills me. I’d much rather move around. However, I’m not quite ready to deal with … Continue reading
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Quick bite: Make a fall-fitness plan, set goal for spring
By Donna Boltz York Township personal trainer Autumn is a great time for fitness and to establish some training goals that will take you through the cool — and increasingly colder months — so that you will come out on … Continue reading
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Summer’s over: Get back to work in health, fitness
All seasons present challenges for health and fitness. During summer, people travel a lot and engage in a ton of food-related activities, making it difficult to follow a workout routine and diet. I’m huge creature of habit. Some people get … Continue reading
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Substitute beans in brownies, desserts
There’s something disturbing about making desserts from beans. There’s nothing sweet about the fibrous legumes. I had seen a few recipes for cookies and other sweets made with beans in Rocco DiSpirito’s book “Now Eat This! Diet.” I’m a big … Continue reading
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Free anti-inflammatory class in York
Wellness and nutrition consultant Kim Jeter will host a free class about anti-inflammatory foods and supplements at 6:20 p.m. Sept 21. at Sheaffer Family Chiropractic, 804 Loucks Road in York. To reserve a seat, call 843-9355.
Refresh your palate with cold cucumber soup
Jessica Mary Buck, 70, of Shrewsbury submitted this healthy, cold vegetable soup perfect for hot summer — or hot early fall — days. Her recipe won a random drawing for $25 to Weis Markets earlier this summer in York Lite’s … Continue reading
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Quick bite: Find power in three little words
By Donna Boltz York Township personal trainer I’m going to share with you three simple words that you can use to pump up your next workout. Each word, as it is put into practice, is meant to enhance the quality, … Continue reading
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Stay healthy during flooding stress
While in the midst of flooding across York County, chances are you’re more worried about your property than your health. What’s more stressful than dealing with water damage and the lingering threat of high waters? Here are a few health … Continue reading
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