Please click on the article links below for more in-depth information on some common health issues where lifestyle changes have been proven to prevent or minimize the effects of these diseases.

Note: This information is not intended to replace the medical advice of a physician. Should you need additional health facts on any of these issues, please contact your physician or healthcare provider.

Alzheimer’s Association

• Many Americans Worried About Brain Health, But Only Half Keep Their Brains Fit, According to New Survey

American Academy of Pediatrics

• Obesity Risk May Stem from Pre-Birth and Early Childhood Factors

American Cancer Society

• Do Fruits and Veggies Protect Against Cancer?
• Poor Diet, Lack of Exercise as Lethal as Smoking
• A Brisk Walk to Cut Breast Cancer Risk

American Council on Exercise

• ACE Supports U.S. Surgeon General’s Warning: Young Women Need to Take Care of Their Bones

American Diabetes Association

• Women and Heart Disease: More Risk, Less Prevention
• Walking, the Weight-Loss Equalizer
• Study: Docs Often Don’t Provide Diet, Exercise Counseling to At-Risk Patients

American Heart Association

• Weight Gain that Starts in Childhood Leads to Enlarged Hearts for Young Adults
• American Ethnic Groups Less Likely to Have Cholesterol Controlled

American Lung Association

• Smokers Not Concerned About Developing 4 th Leading Cause of Death, Yet More than Half Experience Symptoms Once a Week
• Tobacco Control – Statement of John L. Kirkwood, President and CEO

Food Pyramid – New & Improved

• For Steps to a Healthier You

HealthDay

• Obesity Bad for Brain, Study Finds

Kids Health for Parents

• A Parent’s Guide to Fitness for Kids Who Hate Sports
• School Lunches – Teach Your Children Well
• Exercising During Pregnancy

National Institutes of Health

• New Study Finds Link Between Obesity and Atrial Fibrillation
• NIAAA Releases New Alcohol Prevention Website for Middle Schoolers

National Women’s Health Information Center

• Diabetics Suffering Less from Heart Disease
• Overstressed Teens Have Troubled Relationships

WebMD Health

• 5 Foods to Boost Your Health
• Knowing What is What in Your Grocery Cart Can Save You Fat, Calories and Even Money
• Extra Weight Tied to Extensive Health Problems