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Spine Care
Don’t drive with your wallet or cell phone in your back pocket! It can put your spine out of alignment.
December 6, 2011
Life
Good choice, bad choice: Frozen Pizzas
We’d rather order a piping hot, high calorie, high fat pizza delivered right to the front door. But the frozen version can be a cheaper, convenient and healthier choice. We were surprised at how tasty the healthiest ones were.  These comparisons are all based on an approximate individual serving size. Healthy hint: Choose thin crust […]
December 2, 2011
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Driving posture
Drive with your head straight and chin pulled in, shoulders back, chest out, stomach tucked in, back supported.  Don’t let your head protrude forward or lean too far back and don’t let your shoulders slump.  Good driving posture reduces lower back and spine injuries.
December 2, 2011
Business
Healthy Obsession
So here are my tips for enjoying your time, whether you’re out on the road or at home with family and friends, and for sticking to those health goals so that Jan. 1 doesn’t bring with it a hefty list of resolutions.
December 1, 2011
Business
Don't let the turkeys get you down!
Dear Carolyn, Well, I survived my first Thanksgiving on the road. It was not as terrible as I thought it would be. I had a lot of calls/texts/emails from friends and family. They even put my son on face-to-face and I read him a goodnight story. All was not lost! The waitress at the truckstop […]
November 28, 2011
Life
Eye health
Eat lots of leafy green vegetables such s collard greens, kale and spinach to help prevent macular degeneration. Apricots and blueberries also help promote good vision and reduce eye fatigue.
November 28, 2011
Life
Snack Packs
Pack all your daily portions of snacks before you hit the road. Put in reusable Ziplock bags and keep handy for snack attacks.
November 21, 2011
Life
Chocolate cravings
Treat yourself to small amounts (a piece the size of postage stamp) of dark chocolate, at least 70 percent cacao, when you feel the urge to splurge.  Dark chocolate is better for you and will satisfy the sweet and salty cravings.
November 15, 2011
Business
The truth hurts
Dear Carolyn, Why are you always so sarcastic? Don’t you worry about what people will think? Penelope Dear Penelope, I don’t worry too much about what people think since they don’t do it very often. Besides, as your wingman, I have to tell the truth. Sometimes that may seem harsh and sometimes the humor may […]
November 14, 2011
Life
Limit sweets
Hide your stash of sweets in an inconvenient place like your garage or back of the truck. The less accessible the treat, the better the chance of resistance!
November 14, 2011
Life
Ice water
Drinking ice water with your meal helps you feel fuller and order less food. Order extra ice with your drink and you will burn more calories.
November 10, 2011
Life
Protein snacks
Heat a high protein snack like string cheese or yogurt within 45 minutes after working out. It helps your muscles rebuild and helps burn calories.
November 8, 2011
Life
Preventing colds
Throw away your toothbrush and get a new one after a bad cold or flu. Use disposable cups and paper towels to help prevent spreading the infection to family members.
November 7, 2011
Life
Health Product: Seasonal Affective Disorder Light Box
Philips goLITE BLU Plus Light Therapy Device Price: $147.99 http://www.amazon.com/Philips-goLITE-BLU-Therapy-Device/dp/B001I45XL8 We used to call them the winter blues – now they call it seasonal affective disorder.  The lack of can make you feel depressed, listless, and low in energy. Luckily, there’s a relatively simple treatment. The Philips goLITE BLU Plus energy light is clinically proven […]
November 3, 2011
Life
Sniff and feel better
Scents like lemons, basil, juniper and lavender are found to lower stress and reduce the flight or fight stress responses.  When you are feeling tense, sniff a lemon for some relief.
November 2, 2011
Business
Buyer's remorse
Dear Carolyn, My wife has changed since we got married. When we were dating she was funny, kind and a blast to hang out with. Now, all she does is complain about how I don’t do what she wants me to do. I feel like I got the bad end of the stick in this […]
November 1, 2011
Life
Check the oil
Add olive oil to your diet. Studies show that olive oil is good for your cholesterol regulations and may have anti inflammatory effects as well as protection for your heart. Plus, it tastes good!
November 1, 2011
Life
Clear the clutter!
Rid your cab of energy sapping clutter. Sort your stuff into four boxes labled: things to keep, things to donate, things to store and things to throw away. If you don’t need it or love it- toss it!
October 28, 2011
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