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Dieting advice for truckers

Dear Carolyn, I have lost about 10 pounds this month by following your dieting advice. My question is how can I lose ten more? I know you are more about “dating” advice giving than you are about “dieting” advice but what you said really worked! Bob Dear Bob, Hey there big Buddy. You must be […]

September 1, 2011

Life

Good choice, bad choice: orange soda

When craving the fizz of an orange soda, skip the sugar-heavy Sunkist and go for a more natural approach: San Pellegrino Aranciata. It’s carbonated water, sugar and orange juice. Good choice: San Pellegrino Aranciata orange soda Bad choice: Sunkist Calories and fat: A bottle of San Pellegrino Aranciata has 80 calories with no fat, compared […]

August 22, 2011

Life

Health product: nutrition label scale

This scale and calculator combo displays all the nutrition information the way you’re used to seeing it on food labels by showing a breakdown of calories, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, fiber and sugars. The scale is perfect for those practicing portion control because it calculates portion weight and logs total daily nutritional intake. With a database […]

May 23, 2011

Life

Good choice, Bad choice: gas station options

When you’re on the road, the grocery store is closed and there’s no civilization in sight, a convenience store may be your only choice for dinner. If you’re looking for protein, look beyond the hot dogs for something a little healthier. Good choice: Pemmican Beef Jerky Bad choice: Ball Park Hot Dog Calories and Fat: […]

May 20, 2011

Life

Collapsible Tupperware bowls

If you’re looking to shed some weight by cutting out fast food, pack home cooked meals the next time you’re on a long haul. FlatOut! collapsible Tupperware bowls flatten after use, saving space. The two-piece set contains one 3-cup and one 4-cup sized bowl in lime green and cool aqua. TUPPERWARE, www.tupperware.com

April 20, 2011

Life

Good choice, Bad choice: Domino's Pizza

Domino’s Pizza is the fail-safe plan for a quick, last-minute family or party-size meal. Even though pizza should be eaten in moderation, it’s hard to control the temptation of choosing among endless combinations of crusts, sauces and toppings. Good choice: Grilled Chicken and Veggies Pizza Bad choice: Sausage and Cheese Pizza Calories and Fat: The […]

April 12, 2011

Life

Good choice, Bad choice: TCBY yogurt

The Country’s Best Yogurt holds true to its name by offering hand-scooped and soft serve yogurt treats that are more nutritious than ice cream and contain probiotics and active cultures that benefit the body’s immune system, digestive health and bones. While it’s hard to make a bad choice there, you can make a slightly wiser […]

March 18, 2011

Life

Good choice, Bad choice: Jimmy John’s sandwiches

With the motto “subs so fast you’ll freak,” Jimmy Johns Gourmet Sandwiches makes fast, portable and simple combinations of sub sandwiches that are topped with addicting, fresh-baked French bread. The menu is just sandwiches, which makes it easy to choose from but harder to discern the healthiest option. Good choice: Turkey Tom Bad choice: Italian […]

February 25, 2011

Business

You Can Control Your Habits

Exercise affects your attitude. Attitude affects everything else.

January 1, 2011

Business

Truckers discuss real-world health problems

Truckers reviewed health problems and challenges of coping with them at an international conference on driver health in Baltimore.

November 10, 2010

Life

Truckers give real-world look at health problems

Truck drivers on two discussion panels Nov. 9 gave attendees at the International Conference on Commercial Driver Health and Wellness in Baltimore real-world perspectives on health-related issues

November 10, 2010

Life

Eat this, Not that: McDonald's Breakfast

McDonald’s has several options for breakfast. Which is healthiest?

October 23, 2010