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Everyday Head-to-Toe strategies for Better Health

Everyday Head-to-Toe Strategies for Better Health Looking after your health, as you doubtless know, is crucial. But your busy schedule may not leave you as much time as you’d like to give yourself the care you need and deserve. Fortunately, you don’t truly need long stretches of free time to look after yourself — you can do it in short, powerful bursts, whilst you follow your everyday routine. Today, Redefining The Face  Of Beauty shares some great head-to-toe health strategies that will help you maintain your health and well-being. 1.  Set Positive Intentions for the Day When you wake up, a good habit to pick up is to set positive intentions for what you’d like the  rest of your day to be like. See yourself doing the things you want to when you want to. This is a  great way to get focused and allows you to set and power through your goals. 2. Include a a Quick Workout A quick yoga sequence — something as short as 5 to 15 minutes — every morning, can help you wake up, reduce the s
OBESITY
  A NEW FORM OF CHILD NEGLECT
 HOW TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD 
& YOU!



 

 



 # 3
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW!


 

 
What is BMI?
Body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women.
  •  BMI greater than or equal to 25 is overweight
  • BMI greater than or equal to 30 is obesity.
  • 31.8% of children and adolescents are overweight or obese; 16.9% are obese.
  • 30.5% of low-income preschoolers are overweight or obese.
  • In America "heart disease" is the leading cause of death.
  • Nearly one-third of our nation is suffering from obesity related problems. including the following:
    • Heart attack
    • Cancer
    • Stroke
    • Premature birth
    • Diabetes
    • Bullying
    • Increase in health insurance
    • Infertility
    • Insecurity
    • Immobility
    • Decrease in quality of life
    • Premature Death
BMI CHART BY BODY MASS
Contributing factors of Obesity:
  • Unhealthy diet
    • Over consumption of fried foods and sugar.
    • Not eating enough fruits, vegetables and not drinking enough water.
    • Alcohol and certain types of prescription drugs.
  • Regular consumption of Restaurant food
    • Everyone cooks different. Restaurants food is generally high in calories and low in nutrients.
    • Fast food is typically "always" high in grease and extra fatty oils.
  • Lack of education
    • Most people do not understand "how" to eat healthy.
    • If you call a person obese, they become "insulted." Obesity is a protected group
  • Celebrations
    • Americans use "unhealthy" food as a constant source of being rewarded.
      • You win a football game...."YOU GO OUT TO EAT."
      • You lose a football game...."YOU GO OUT TO EAT."
      • Birthday...."GO OUT TO EAT!"
      • Weddings....."GO OUT TO EAT!"
      • Funerals...."EAT, EAT, EAT!"
      • Your child makes the honor roll...."YOU GO OUT TO EAT."
15 ways to celebrate without food!
Learn about eating disorders!
  • Family values
    • Some cultures "embrace" obesity.
  • Eating disorders, i.e. bulimia
  • Excuses & Lack of motivation
    • "I can't help it! I do not feel like working out!"
    • "There is nothing I can do...it runs in the family!"
  • Denial
    • "I am not obese, everyone else is just too skinny!"
  • Occupation
    • Truck drivers and people who work in retail have a "higher" risk.
    • Retail industry workers are usually given a very short opportunity to eat. Fast food is generally their "solution."
    • Truck drivers are constantly on the go.
  • Sleep deprivation
    • Sleep is a vital key to weight maintenance. This time is essential because your body regenerates cells and key components that keep your body in shape.
  • Emotional distress
    • Sadness, Depression, mental illness, sickness, medication, boredom and insecurity that can escalate obesity.
  • Low self-esteem
    • "I can't do it! I will not even try!"
  • Socio-economic status
    • Minorities have a higher risk of suffering from obesity related problems.
    • Minorities are not given the same education opportunities on weight loss and they are not able to visit a regular health care provider.
Cost
    • Fatty foods are cheaper
      • Fast food, cookies, little Debbie cakes...JUNK FOOD.
    • Fruits and vegetables are pricey.
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  • A heavy reliance on false advertisement
    • diet pills
    • weight loss surgeries
    • "EAT WHAT YOU WANT! AND LOSE WEIGHT!"
  • Cravings
    • Pregnancy included.
  • Taste....Most people think that sugar, salt and junk food are delicious comfort food.
  • Peer pressure
    • Generally people will feel a high desire to eat according to how much the people they associate themselves with.
  • CHILD REARING.....
EXHIBIT A:

 

 
EXHIBIT B:

 

EXHIBIT C: 

  
Obesity Fact sheet!
Obesity Causes and Symptoms E Medicine!



 

 
#2
IS OBESITY PREVENTABLE?

!!!!!!!!!YES!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
How can you prevent obesity?
 
The first key to prevention is education.


 

 
Knowledge Is Power!
Knowledge Is Power!
 Knowledge Is Power!


 

 


 

 
TIPS ON HEALTHY EATING!


 

 
Exchange your soda for water.
Water naturally flushes toxins out of the body.
How much water should you drink?
Free Online Calorie Counter!
Restaurant Calorie Counter!

  • Soda is consumed with sugar. Sugar equates to added fat.
  • Limit fried foods
  • Limit Junk food
  • Do not "consistently" eat meals at random restaurants.
    • If you choose to eat out, try to locate the healthy portion of the menu. Many restaurants have started to add "healthy" choices.
    • Before you go out to eat, google menus and their suggested calories.
    • NEVER ASSUME THAT SALADS ARE HEALTHY! THEY CAN CONTAIN MORE CALORIES THEN FRIED FOODS.
    • Order salads, WITHOUT the dressing or "lite."
    • Prepare your meals at home for lunch. This is not only a healthy choice, but it can also save a lot of money. Eating out can be extremely expensive.
  • Fruits and vegetables need to be added.
  • Stop eating late night meals. If you have the munchies, try something "lighter." Heavy meals after 6pm is generally not a wise choice. Your body needs time to digest and burn off what you eat. If you eat late, your body will not have a great opportunity to burn anything.
  • Do not blame others for your bad eating habits. Take ownership of what you put in your body.
  • Get a health buddy.
    • Someone who will hold you accountable for staying healthy. It is easier to remain healthy if you have outside support.
    • Involve your family, coworkers, and friends. It does not have to be a "weight loss" challenge, but make it a "lifestyle" challenge. This will make it fun and keep everyone motivated.
    • Offer prizes that are "not" food related.
  • IF YOU ARE TAKING PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION THAT HAS SIGNIFICANTLY AFFECTED YOUR WEIGHT, TALK TO YOU DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY! UNLESS IT IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY, YOUR DOCTOR SHOULD PRESCRIBE YOU A NEW MEDICATION! Certain medications can "increase" your appetite.
    • Choose a different source to munch on.
  • Ladies, you should not gain 50 pounds on birth control. SEE YOUR DOCTOR.
  • Eat before you grocery shop! If you are hungry, this will decrease your ability to stay away from the junk food.
  • Never skip meals. Eat breakfast, lunch and dinner. Skipping meals can actually make you GAIN weight. It is extraordinarily easy to overeat if you practice this.
  • Treat yourself to a cheat snack, but be careful not to overdo it. Putting on weight is easy to gain...in a day....!!!
Eat healthy! The Dr. Oz Show!
Healthy meals


 

  
EXHIBIT A:

 

 


 

  
 EXHIBIT B:


 

 


 

 
Tips on staying healthy:
  • Schedule regular doctor visits.
    • Find out what weight is "healthy" for you.
  • If you know that your family has a history of diabetes, let your doctor know in advance.
  • Exercise at least 3 times a week.
    • Walk, run or just start by moving off of the couch.
    • Find a exercise buddy system.
    • Start small. Set "realistic" goals.
  • Limit eating and watching television.
    • It is easy to fall victim to watching the television and forgetting that you are eating that giant bowl of popcorn.
    • Instead, portion your meals. Do not eat straight out the bag! Place your meals on plates and bowls so that you can identify how much you are eating and not over eat.
  • NEVER COMPARE YOUR HEALTH JOURNEY AND CONCENTRATE ON BEING HEALTHY!
  • Be willing to take advice and constructive criticism, but never let anyone detour you from your "health" goals.
  • Keep your mental health in check. Overeating can be a sign of depression and emotional instability.
    • Find your nearest therapist/health facility to help you discover where your emotional problems stem from.
    • If you never deal with the "initial" problem, expect to remain unhealthy.
  • Give yourself time for results. They will not happen overnight. Healthy and fit is a LIFESTYLE CHANGE! IF YOU DIET, YOU WILL GAIN THE WEIGHT BACK!
  • Weight loss surgery without educating yourself on "healthy" choices will STILL enable you to gain the weight back...maybe more.
  • Stay away from diet pills. If it looks to good to be true, IT IS!
  • WHEN YOU LOSE WEIGHT...YOU WILL NEVER BE COMPLETELY HAPPY WITH YOUR BODY!
  • Recognize that health is a CHOICE! YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN HEALTH. OWN IT!
  • If you make a mistake, DO NOT BEAT YOURSELF UP....KEEP GOING!

#1
HOW IS THIS A FORM OF CHILD NEGLECT?


 

 
" Be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you
do not forget the things your eyes have seen or
 let them slip from your heart as long as you live.
Teach them to your children and to their children after them


 

 


 

  • Obesity is a "learned"behaviour.
  • It is not unusual to see an entire family overweight.
  • Children are taught bad habits, because many parents are ignorant and "unintentionally" pass those habits to their children.
    • "Ignorance is not an excuse."
       
  • A child is born "innocent" and initially will rely on parental guidance.
  • You are responsible for your child's safety AND their health
  • Children do not buy their meals, parents do...
How healthy are you?
Adult body calculator!
6 Stupid Skinny statements!


 

 
Children who suffer from obesity:
  • Have a higher risk of health problems
  • Body image issues
  • Mental health issues, including depression
  • Can be the constant source of ridicule from their peers.
  • Pass the cycle of obesity to their children.
EXHIBIT A:
CDC Assessing Childrens BMI
 EXHIBIT B:


 

Find your local nutritionist!
Find your local therapist!


 

 


 

 
Tips on helping prevent
 "childhood" obesity:


 

 
EXHIBIT A:


 

 
 EXHIBIT B:
  • Learn how to change your life. It is impossible to teach your child something you do not understand.
  • Do not criticize your child OR yourself. Remain positive.
  • FORGIVE YOURSELF...
  • Make a commitment to yourself AND your family.
  • Workout as a family
  • Reward your child in other ways that do not include overeating.
  • Leave family history questions open.
  • Tell them you love them....BUT

SHOW THEM...
KEEP EM' HEALTHY!


 

 


 

 

 

 
"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it
 (Proverbs 22:6)."