Should You Consult Your Doctor
We’ve all seen it before—that message at the beginning of a workout DVD
or on a weight or cardio machine—the one that says, “consult your doctor
before starting a new exercise program.” But is that true? Do you
really need to pause that DVD or hop off the machine and call your
doctor for an appointment right then?
Better Health Through Better Living
It is increasingly clear that Americans have made the decision to take
greater responsibility for their health and their quality of life. Some
may refer to this as the “human potential movement” and others call it
the “wellness revolution.” Regardless of the terms used, it is based on
people having a profound respect for the body’s ability to heal itself.
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Would You Like Fries With That?
How to say “no” and get your family on track for healthy eating out
The Facts About Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer—cancer of the colon and rectum—is the second leading
cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States for both men and
women combined. The general population faces a lifetime risk for
developing the disease of about 5%, while someone whose family has a
history of colorectal cancer has a 10 to 15% chance of developing the
disease. The risk rises to more than 50% in people with ulcerative
colitis and those whose family members harbor specific genetic
mutations.
Are You a Perfectionist?
Dear Dr. Donaldson,
I am a sophomore in college. I usually get good grades, but when I have a project or a paper due, I want it to be perfect. Last semester I got a B on a major project. I was devastated. I just wanted it to be perfect, so I redid it, but then I couldn’t get an A because it was late. When I was in high school I failed a sewing project because I kept redoing my dress because it wasn’t perfect. Everyone else turned their project in on time, but I barely got mine in by the end of the semester. I am my own worst enemy. I want this semester to go better.
I am a sophomore in college. I usually get good grades, but when I have a project or a paper due, I want it to be perfect. Last semester I got a B on a major project. I was devastated. I just wanted it to be perfect, so I redid it, but then I couldn’t get an A because it was late. When I was in high school I failed a sewing project because I kept redoing my dress because it wasn’t perfect. Everyone else turned their project in on time, but I barely got mine in by the end of the semester. I am my own worst enemy. I want this semester to go better.
