Fosamax has long been the drug prescribed for osteoporosis. However, it’s now being linked to some huge bone issues. Recently, this high profile drug has been accused of causing femur fractures. In other cases, it was prosecuted for causing jaw issues. Although the FDA has rejected the claims due to Femur fractures, this should still be a red light for consumers.
The FDA said that, although its review of the data did not show a clear connection between bisphosphonates and atypical subtrochanteric femur fractures, the agency is working closely with outside experts to gain more insight into the issue.
Although the FDA has rejected these claims, they do say that patients should be aware of the “risks” and possible side affects. So, here’s the real question… if you are taking bisphosponates, would you continue taking this medication even with all the negative side affects?? Does the positive out weigh the negative? Don’t forget to check our site regularly, bone density can be increased with weight bearing activity
In fitness, inspiration can be found in many places. Even watching people in the gym can be what you need to get you going. Observing people doing the “unthinkable” is an awesome way to push yourself to the next level. Buddy Lee is one of those people that makes fitness look like fun instead of hard work. Take a look at his crazy jump roping skills.
A big thanks to Pam at work for letting us in on this talented jumping guru.!
There are several ways to motivate yourself to get fit. The Internet has become the new way for people to log their food, get support from others, and stay accountable. In the past, we wrote an article on Tweeting what you eat to keep yourself on track. How many of us actually have the guts to blog what we eat, what exercise we do and how much we’ve lost? A friend of mine has decided to do just that!
Check out her site, follow her progress, and comment on how you’re doing! Everything is better in groups … especially when it comes to making changes in your body and your fitness routine.
Recovering Fat -a- holic could give you the what you need to get to the gym. Maybe even start your own weight loss blog!
Not everyone works at a health club like myself. So, I started wondering what companies were rated the “healthiest companies in America?” Scan the list of companies that won the award for 2008. You might be amazed at which companies DIDN’T make the list!
Winners of the award are those companies who have measurably reduced their overall IHI score as determined by their score from the previous years. Winners are chosen by categories:
To assess individual and company-wide health, IHS employs a proprietary metric called the ‘Interactive Health Index’ (IHI). The Index, developed in conjunction with physicians and other healthcare professionals, tests for indicators of heart disease, diabetes, smoking and other measures of health status that are at least in part controllable by the individual.
Every participating employee is rated on an individual IHI via an annual Health Evaluation at the start of the IHS preventative program. Throughout the year, the employee takes a variety of steps – with the help of IHS – to address specific goals and any identified health conditions.
At year-end, IHS calculates an employee aggregate IHI ’score’ for the company as a whole. Based on this score, companies are selected as one of the Healthiest Companies in America in the various Award categories (source).
Its hard to know which companies are involved in this kind of evaluation of their workers. However, I was shocked to see that I didn’t recognize ANY of these companies. Even huge establishments didn’t make the list. If your company did make the “cut” write in and let us know!
I can’t help but feel guilty every time I drink water out of a plastic bottle. Now Coke has released a new bottle made partially from plant materials. This is just one of the steps this company is making towards saving the planet. Maybe it’s time we chose our water wisely.
Dasani is Coke’s brand of water that is now using this innovative process to help the planet. The bottle is made of 30% plant material. The material is made through the product of sugar cane and molasses.
Although Coke hasn’t yet made a bottle made completely of plant material the CEO adds that this is just the first step towards creating a bottle made completely of biodegradable materials. This process also cuts down on the carbon emissions made while creating the plastic by 25%.
Coke will also be releasing this bottle with their vitamin water brand, as well as, sparkling beverages this year. Do your part and contribute to brands that help save our environment and the air we breath! Way to go Coke!
Most people wait till summer before they break out their tank tops, swimsuits, and summer wear. However, by the time summer arrives, it leaves little time to mold your body the way you want. So take the test before the temperature starts to climb. Put on a tank top and see what areas of your body need the most work. Here are some common problems that people have during the hot seasons…
Overhang – Yep, you guessed it…that means have some excess fat, and skin that pushes up out of your bra under your arms.
FIT FIX - Back exercises such as the lat pull down, pull-ups, and rows are great ways to give your back a tight look.
Double Chest – Sure most people have a line that divides their chest in the center. What about that extra line on the outside of your bra strap? This could leave you with extra tissue on the outside around your arm pit.
FIT FIX – Push ups, push -ups, push-ups! You can also do flies, and a chest press exercise. This will lift the sagging skin and add some extra cleavage where you want it!
Flat Shoulders - Most women neglect their shoulders, leaving them flat instead of round. With the right exercises, round shoulders can balance out your waist making you look leaner.
FIT FIX – Lateral raises, front raises, shoulder press, and even rotator cuff exercises.
“Muffin Top” - Affectionately known as the “love handles.”
FIT FIX - Any ab exercises will help tighten this area. However, ones that focus on your obliques (or sides) would target this area even more!
Although exercise is a great way to tighten areas of your body. You can’t neglect diet. You can build your muscles as much as you want and firm up that area, but if you have layers of fat over the top, then you won’t see any definition. Diet is the key to definition and fat loss. Increase your protein! This will keep you full and help you avoid over eating high sugar/ high carbohydrate foods. Adding a protein shake 3-4 times per week is an easy way to increase your protein. Decrease your fat intake and substitute as many fats as possible with Omega fats.
You can’t watch your favorite shows without seeing an ad for Quick Trim. This product which is made by GNC and promoted by the Kardashian’s seems to be all over magazines and T.V. While we don’t usually promote diet pills, we thought we would take a closer look at what people had to say about this product.
Here’s The Product Line Up (AKA Money Pit)
Quick Trim Extreme Burn - An 8 hour pill that promises to burn more calories, curb your appetite, and boost your energy.
Quick Trim Cellulism – A gel that decreases cellulite.
Quick Trim Fast Cleanse - 48 hour detox in lemon flavor that helps flush the system of toxins and rid you of belly fat and bloating.
Quick Trim Burn and Cleanse - A 3 part supplement plan that stimulates fat burning durning the day and cleanses you at night. A 14 day routine.
Quick fixes for weight loss usually don’t keep weight off for longer than a few days
INGREDIENTSThe QuickTrim products contain a variety of different ingredients.
Extreme Burn contains vitamin C, niacin, bromine, caffeine, QT Capsimax® Super Thermo Complex and Super C3G Lipolytic Complex.
Celluslim contains a Thermoplex™ Activated Xanthine Complex Butylene Glycol, Caffeine, Coenzyme A, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, Camellia oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Glycerine, PEG-8, Menthyl Lactate, Water, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol and other ingredients.
Fast Cleanse contains fiber, soy sprouts, oat fiber, aloe vera gel, barley malt and licorice root extract.
Burn and Cleanse contains three trademarked supplements called Iso-Burn, Iso-Cleanse and Iso-Flush. The supplements contain a variety of herbs, fibers and metabolism-boosting ingredients (source).
Like most supplements, this isn’t a magic pill. It may work in the beginning and help you to lose weight but could mess up your metabolism in the future. It also has some negative side affects that everyone should be aware of. The true road to fitness starts with YOU! Change your eating habits, exercise, and use portion control. In the end losing weight and knowing you did it, is way more empowering then any pill… and you shouldn’t have to pay for pride!
Whoa! Watch this clip! It’s quite dramatic but somewhat realistic. This English Chef turned his country’s childhood obesity around, and now he’s helping the U.S. Most people would encourage the help. However, this city is giving him tons of kickback! Even the radio station seems to be challenging his efforts.
I know that my school food wasn’t the healthiest. Jamie gives you the gruesome details of what today’s kids are eating. He claims, they are the first generation that isn’t expected to outlast their parents! The public seems to “sugar coat” the obesity epidemic. ABC isn’t covering the eyes of Americans anymore! This show premiers on March 26th at 9 pm ET (ABC). Maybe it’s something you watch with your kids???
