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Exercise Reduces Prostate Cancer Deaths
A new study, presented at the American Association for Cancer Research Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research Conference says intense exercise each day can help cut death rate from prostate cancer.
Experts examined the activity levels of over 2,500 people, both before being diagnosed with prostate cancer and after diagnosis.
And data showed men exercising three or more hours a week, like jogging or swimming, were 35% less likely to die from prostate cancer.
But light exercise, like walking, does not lower risk. To lower mortality, researchers insist strenuous activities are key.
Light Apple Fritters Just in Time For Chanukah!
Photo: Elaine MageeChanukah foods are traditionally fried to commemorate the “miracle of the oil” lasting eight days. Here’s the key to frying light…YOU control the amount of oil (and the type of oil) by putting just as much oil in the nonstick frying pan as you want absorbed by the food in question. Whatever fat or oil is there – the food will absorb. So generally I’ve found if you submerge your food in hot oil, it will absorb about twice as much oil or grease compared to when you put a sensible amount of oil in the pan.
The food looks and tastes very similar to the deep fried rendition of the food but it has a lot less calories and grams of fat. Continue reading…
Interview with DietTribe’s Jessie Pavelka
DietTribe’s Jessie Pavelka
With DietTribe Season 2 having just wrapped up, we caught up with Jessie Pavelka, the Lifetime weight loss reality series’ trainer who helped the five women of Season 2 lost 50 pounds, compete in a triathlon and give them the tools they need to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Here’s what Jessie had to say about DietTribe Season 2 and the ladies that made this season an inspiring story of the power of team work, great friends and a committment to healthy living.
1. How was DietTribe Season 1 different for you than Season 2?
In Season 1, since it was a brand new series, we hit a few obstacles along the way that needed to be worked through but in Season 2, the series was that much more developed. The
3 Calisthenics Exercises that Tone Your Arms
Calisthenics consist of simple, yet effective, movements, without the use of weights, designed to keep the upper body in shape as well as increase flexibility. Using the body as it’s own resistance is key to this type of exercise, and it is easy to think of a few calisthenic exercises, especially since just about everyone has done them. The first that comes to mind for most is jumping jacks or maybe push-ups.
When you want to keep your arms toned and in great shape, calisthenics are a perfect way to accomplish this goal. There are a number of exercises you can do, without the need of expensive equipment, to have great toned arms. One thing you always want to do before exercising is a bit of stretching to loosen and warm up the muscles you are about to work. T