According to the Active Healthy Kids Canada 2012 Report Card, lack of physical activity and too much inactivity have many negative effects; while lack of exercise tops the list of the biggest concerns about kids’ health, according to a new survey of American adults. Are Filipino parents mistaken by introducing their children to screen games and fast foods? Children are more at risk of suffering health consequences of a lifestyle with a lack of physical activity that prevents optimal physical…
Health Index
David was telling me that as a senior he is realizing how much of what he suffers at this age is really the result of his poor attitude toward taking care of himself when he was younger. Ah, the benefits of wisdom as we get older! These are moments when lolo’s (grandpa’s) stories help us reflect on how well are we taking care of ourselves today and hopefully with the future in mind. Truth is we often easily discard our health by…
Wellness is the pursuit of health lost. While someone may not be actually sick they are likely still unwell. Take a personal self assessment of your health. On a scale of one (1) to ten (10) where would you say your health is at present? Begin by determining if you are above a five (5) or below a five (5); then refine it a little better and say how much above or below would you say you really are? Now…