Healthy Living
by Gary Appelsies, YMCA Director of Healthy Eating It’s March and it’s National Nutrition Month. Most of us are still reeling from that January let down of the all American...
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’Tis the season of temptations. For most of us, the battle of the bulge begins with Thanksgiving dinner and lasts through New Year’s. Add in all the extra stress, holiday...
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The average American spends 42 hours on holiday activities ─ adding the equivalent of a full week of work on top of already busy schedules. Not surprisingly, research shows that...
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With summer winding down, the Y is here this fall to help every member of the family – starting with kids – to get back to a healthier, more active routine....
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On May 29, 2015, the YMCA of Central Florida officially launched the YMCA’s HealthierLifeRX, a three-year pilot program funded through a $1.7 million grant from United Health Foundation. It is part of...
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I love seeds. Do you? As I was preparing my breakfast this morning, I sprinkled a teaspoon of hemp and chia seeds to my Greek yogurt and strawberries. Yum! Not...
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Can your food choices really improve your mood? Many experts and studies say the answer is yes, the foods you choose can improve your mood. If you think about it,...
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Do you believe that a healthy lifestyle begins at home? I do indeed. In the United States there are over 150 million people including millions of children who suffer from...
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Y members who participate in Youth Sports, Holiday and Summer Camps, Swim Lessons and Adult leagues save more than non-members. In addition to the financial savings, Y members have access...
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You may have heard that eating certain foods can increase your risk for heart-related conditions. Did you also know that eating certain foods can decrease your risk of being affected...
