Health & Fitness Tips Newsletter, February 9, 2000

• Tip of the Week - Three Vitamins Lacking in Most Adults
• Question of the Week
• Product of the Week - Aromatherapy Kit

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Tip of the Week

Three Vitamins Most Lacking in Majority of Adults 

Although we like to get most of our vitamins from a healthy diet, the most recent studies show that a large percentage of the adult population are lacking in three Essential vitamins: vitamin B 12, vitamin D and Folate. B 12 is found in poultry, fish and beef which we eat a lot of but it's still not enough. Vitamin D is found in milk, eggs and dairy products. Folate is found in green leafy vegetables and vitamin fortified cereals. Increase your intake of these foods as well as taking a daily vitamin supplement.

Question of the Week

Question: I am the mother of nine children ranging in age from 18 to 2 years. I used to be in shape, but I am having trouble keeping the weight off. I am 38 years old and about 30 pounds overweight. I know I could lose the weight if I had a plan, but I don't know where or how to start.

Answer:  You didn't say whether or not you gave birth to all nine children. Assuming you did, I recommend you begin slowly with an exercise program, following a complete physical exam by your physician. 

Walking is the best overall exercise to begin because it's easy, gentle and can be done anywhere at any time of year. For walking, you do not need to join a gym, buy expensive exercise equipment or learn intricate moves. What's more, it gets you outdoors in fresh air. You can add socialization and motivation by having a friend or family member join you. Since you have no shortage of family members, this may be a great choice. It will also allow you some one-on-one quality time with either your husband (if you have one) or one of your nine children.

Begin with 10 minutes twice a day. In bad weather, shopping malls are great places to walk, either before the stores open or early morning. Most malls open early and encourage groups or individuals to walk there. Joining a walking club is another way to socialize.

Now that you've begun to get moving and burn some calories, you need to adjust your diet. Restrict high fat foods (fried, processed and desserts). Cut your portions by one third. Increase intake of fruits, vegetables and grains. Check fiber content on cereal boxes as you inevitably buy lots of it for nine children. The higher the fiber content, the better. Drink six to eight glasses of water a day. It helps decrease appetite and flushes out fat as you lose it.

Check our Health & Fitness Home Page for more specific tips on exercise and weight loss. And let us know how you're doing. Good luck.

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