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Mediterranean Diet Might Help Stave Off Dementia Large study showed better retention of mental skills in seniors who had followed it WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, April 29 (HealthDay News) -- Eating fish, chicken, olive oil and other foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids while staying away from meats and dairy -- the so-called Mediterranean diet -- may help older adults keep their memory and thinking skills sharp, a large new U.S.

To begin this process, it is helpful to think of these destructive thoughts as being like the parasites that keep you in bed when you're sick with the flu. Don't listen to these attacks when they tell you not to pursue your goals, to isolate yourself, or to forego an activity you enjoy.

I have a history of depression, though thankfully I haven't had an episode in almost ten years. I turned my mood around by making major changes in my personal and professional life, and will tell you more about that in another post.

Focus on Health, Not Fat, in Food Talks With Kids Teens whose parents harped about weight gain tended to have more unhealthy eating behaviors, study shows WebMD News from HealthDay By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, June 24 (HealthDay News) -- There's a right way and a wrong way to persuade your adolescent to eat healthy and help avoid obesity, a new study suggests.

Drea McLarty, a 35-year-old mother of two, awoke before dawn to run nine miles on a recent Monday, then made breakfast for the family, did some errands and headed to the park for an hour of Pilates. Later that afternoon, she had a personal training session with a client.

Overweight and leading a sedentary lifestyle? Let me help with tailored fitness advice. This week we're providing advice for 'Jason', one of our real readers. Susan Bowerman introduced Jason's story on Monday and provided practical solutions to help him overcome his nutritional challenges and get his weight loss plan back on the right track.