http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou Health isn't a word. It's a lifestyle: eating right, exercising and taking care of yourself. Our local experts are here to help. Note: HealthyRockford.com provides content for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional health or medical advice. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:11:44 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Woke up the other morning to find a wild turkey standing on my deck and I watched with amazement because I couldn’t help but notice his jiggling neck every time he moved his tiny little head.  After my becoming one with nature moment was over I ran to the bathroom mirror to ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/11/18/turkey-neck/ This time of year people start thinking about being "thankful." They force themselves to think of one thing every day, and for some (at least what I read on Facebook), it can be a struggle. With all things, by making it a  habit, it becomes so much easier. Thankfulness can flow ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/11/18/get-your-thanks-on/ Thanksgiving – a time to share food, family, friends, and fun. Coming from a large family – there are nine of us children – I have many fond memories of family-oriented Thanksgivings activities that span the generations. During my adolescent years – back in the mid 60s – after Thanksgiving ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/11/17/thanksgiving-traditions-through-the-generations/ Is a donut good for you? Most folks would say of course not, and I would agree. But what if that donut is a gift from your teenage son who got up early on his day off school, walked to the donut shop bringing home donuts for himself, his brother ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/11/11/can-a-donut-be-good-for-you/ A 35-mile crack in the Ethiopian desert has made headlines that a new ocean will form. Hmm. When I was in school, I had learned there were four oceans. (If a new ocean does indeed happen, who gets to name it?) I had also learned that our solar system had ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/11/04/oceans-and-planets-and-me/ Y«Vets – Serving Those Who Served Us For the men and women who proudly served our nation - their sacrifices and efforts have earned them the support of our community and of our local YMCA. Rockford’s YMCA has partnered with the Vet Center and Vietnam Veterans Honor Society to offer the ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/11/03/honoring-our-veterans/ You may chew gum to freshen your breath or maybe you just enjoy the taste, but did you know there are health benefits from chewing gum? It is well known that chewing sugar-free gum after eating can help clean your teeth. Emerging research shows that other benefits of chewing include ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/11/02/chew-more-reduce-stress-eat-less/ I know there is such a thing as Random Acts of Kindness Day; maybe Oprah made it up. I also know every day is a random act of kindness day. If you look for the good (or bad) in people, you surely will find it. (Abe Lincoln made that one ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/10/28/a-bowl-of-soup-and-a-cup-of-kindness/ Exercise support is a key to success. There is no question that making lifestyle changes is difficult and the path to a healthy life isn’t the same for everyone.  According to the CDC less than 20% of exercisers typically stay with a plan long enough to reap any health benefits.  ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/10/27/support-is-key/ Numerous online cosmetic newsletters bombard my email inbox everyday.  Most of the info they’re pushing is repetitive so I just hit delete yet this one really caught my eye.  “Don’t wear blue eye shadow!”  Hmm…wasn’t this the law of the 90’s?  Back then while selling at the cosmetic counter we cosmetic ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/goodforyou/2009/10/14/why-women-wear-makeup/