Category Archives: Physical Activity

A Woman’s Healthy Choices Affect More Than Herself

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And that's a wonderful thing!  Think of those around you when you need some extra motivation to eat nutritiously and be physically active.  As friends, daughters, wives, and mothers, our healthy behaviors can positively influence those around us.   As friends... After graduating from college, I worked long hours at a consulting firm and often didn't know what time I'd leave at the end of each day.  The only time I really had to exercise was five o'clock in the morning.  Every day
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Is it Safe to Exercise While Pregnant?

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I've always enjoyed exercising and its benefits to my mind and body.  With the permission of my doctor I continue to enjoy exercising in my last trimester of pregnancy.  My favorite types of exercise include aerobics, yoga, and walking.  The main reason I exercise is to release stress and to maintain muscle tone.  Added benefits of exercising while pregnant include:
  • Boosts energy level and improves mood.
  • Improves posture and circulation which helps reduce backaches, constipation, bloating, and swelling.
  • Promotes muscle tone, strength, and
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Nutrition Know How – Making Your Life Easier

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Nutrition Know How is an educational blog, developed by UNL-Extension food and nutrition staff in Douglas/Sarpy County, with relevant and practical food and nutrition articles posted in reverse-chronological order. We find blogging a creative way to reach people with the great scientific knowledge and resources we have regarding eating and making it practical. Our goal is to help people find ways to eat healthy on a daily basis in an informal and personal way. We enjoy providing specific tips for individuals to improve
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