Wellness

When to weigh yourself - SmartChoiceMD

You don’t need to step on the scales to know if you’ve recently put on a few pounds. Many people fear to weigh themselves, thinking that if they don’t see a number, they can continue to maintain a flexible belief about their weight. But if you can summon up the courage to weigh yourself every day, you will find that it is a great way to stay motivated as you work towards achieving a healthier lifestyle.

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Wellness

Get back to you - SmartChoiceMD

Now that we are almost a week into 2016, lots of folks have most likely already abandoned some or all of their intended new year’s resolutions. So, we have a better idea. Instead of focusing only on the long-term and permanent changes, break down your new changes into smaller and more manageable chunks. If unhealthy lifestyle choices tempt you, vow to yourself to resist them for the next three minutes. Once the three minutes have successfully passed without giving into temptation, congratulate yourself! Then move on to the next three minutes, focusing on your commitment to improved health and a more rewarding life.

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Healthcare

Myths - SmartChoiceMd

Now that winter is upon us, it’s the time of the year when people start coming down with colds and the flu. Although there are steps that you can take to protect yourself from getting sick, there are a lot of myths floating around about these annoying ailments. Below are four things that people sometimes wrongly believe about how to protect yourself from coming down with a cold or the flu:

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Eating

Holiday Stress with SmartChoiceMD

As the end of the year approaches, a lot of people find that the holiday season is adding a lot of stress to their daily lives. With so many unhealthy treats available, it can be tempting to turn to food for relief, even if by doing so you’ve added guilt and a few extra pounds to your stress load. Instead of running away from all the delicious goodies, try making a few healthier choices, eating the right foods in order to reduce stress.

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