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5 signs your child needs glasses

3/6/2020

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Did you know that the signs of poor eyesight are similar in children and adults? However, because children and adults often engage in different sorts of activities, trouble seeing can manifest in different ways. 

Take a look at these 5 telltale signs that your child (or you!) might need glasses, and learn why it's important to take corrective action right away.
Child covering eyes with hands - 5 signs your child needs glasses from Bailey DeBarmore

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tips for a healthy smile

2/27/2020

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While a bright smile in the mirror can boost your self-esteem, taking care of your smile - through proper oral hygiene - extends far beyond your self-confidence.
Unfortunately, dental insurance is something that evades many of us - students and employed. However, making your dental health a priority will pay dividends later. Not only can preventative care and regular upkeep help stave off expensive procedures later on, maintaining your oral health can improve your overall health. Gum disease and poor oral hygiene have can contribute to chronic inflammation throughout your system, and can increase your risk of heart disease.
You may be interested in:
"Heart disease prevention: does oral health matter?" from WebMD

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5 tips to restore your energy

1/9/2020

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Do you feel like you're always tired? 

When you're fatigued, everything feels difficult and it's tough to meet your full potential. It's even difficult to do some of the things to fix it - like exercise!

Read on for 5 tips to restore your energy.
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meet your new year resolutions with PlateJoy

12/29/2019

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As 2019 winds down and resolutions come to mind, consider something different for 2020. Forgo the unrealistic weight loss and gym goals and instead made a resolution to adopt a healthy lifestyle. 

Resolutions are simply goals, but using January 1st to make a drastic change in your life is difficult to maintain. I'd even say that many New Year's resolutions set yourself up for failure. 

Adopting lifestyle changes instead of trying fad diets can be done in incremental steps. Identifying the changes you want to make, and then thinking through how to achieve those changes is the best way to make sure your goals are achievable and, more importantly, that they're the right goal for you. 
How to Meet Your New Years Resolutions

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2017 versus 2012 RD Exam

12/8/2019

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For the most up-to-date information on the RD exam, including information on the 2022 exam update, head over to my website www.studysmartermethod.com.
The main shift from the 2012 to the 2017 exam was a shift in focus on the Principles of Dietetics from 12% in 2012 to 25% in 2017, and the trickle-down effect reducing percentages of the other three domains. For dietetic students and new graduates, see the RD Handbook from CDR. 

Look at the most up-to-date CDR outline on the website. Be aware of materials published before January 1, 2017 as they will be current with the previous 2012 exam. 

The next exam update will be for 2021.
To learn more about the structure of the exam, see my 2016 post on RD exam pass rates.

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is nursing a good fit for you?

10/22/2019

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If a passion for science and patient care wrapped up in a fast-paced job working in a team sounds like a good fit, then nursing may be a career path you should pursue. 

I write about wellness on this blog, from physical health to mental health, fitness to eating well. Whether you're interested in the wellness side of health, or about the science and care behind disease states, it's not a stretch to think that nursing might be a good fit for you. 

Let's talk about it some more.
Is nursing a good fit for you?

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3 ways to get out of a rut

9/13/2019

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Routines can provide us with stability that helps us organize not only our day, but our minds. But if your day-to-day life is bordering on hum-drum and you find yourself daydreaming about something different, you may be in a rut. 

You don't need to make any drastic life decisions to get out of a rut, though that's the solution we often see at the movies or on television. 

​Today I'll share 3 ways to get out of a rut. 
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tips for eating healthy at breakfast, lunch and dinner

9/6/2019

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Many of us have hectic schedules, and trying to sleep enough, exercise enough, and eat well feel like another full time job. 

Did you miss my post on healthy routines to take care of yourself? Check it out here.

Today I'll talk through some common challenges we encounter at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and talk through some solutions. I'll also share my own challenges with cooking for one and some things I've found to help solve my problems!

Have different challenges? Comment on this post and I'll incorporate it into the next post.
Solutions for Meal Challenges
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the unexpected impact of an injury

8/6/2019

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Injuries come in all varieties - from fender benders to runners knee - and not only impact our favorite activities, but every part of your life, like basic self-care and sleeping. Read on to learn about battling the emotional toll, financial hit, and lingering pain that result from accidents and injuries.
the unexpected toll of injuries

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diabetes tips other than managing your blood sugar

5/1/2019

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Living with diabetes is more than managing blood sugar levels. It also involves adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors, though traditional recommendations might be adapted to suit you better.
 
If you’re having trouble with some of the standard recommendations you hear in the media or read about online, here are a few tips that can help you prioritize and adopt these behaviors. 
diabetes tips beyond managing your blood sugar

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detox your lifestyle for more success

5/1/2019

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I’m sure you’ve heard of diet detoxes. Going on a “cleanse” is a pointless activity, as your body has a built in detoxification device – your liver! In contrast to limiting your diet down to the bare minimum, eating a well-rounded diet, sleeping enough, and moving more will let your body work the way it should.
 
But the idea that you need a break from the toxic things in our everyday world applies to other things in your life, like reliance on digital tech, a messy house or office, or a toxic social life.
Detox your lifestyle

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4 ways to battle sitting at a desk all day

4/10/2019

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No matter how much you love your job, chances are you don't love sitting all day. 

Even with more offices adopting standing desks and treadmill desks, it's not great to do that all day either. 

So how can you counter the unfavorable aspects of sitting all day?
start your day with an active commute

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getting active with a chronic condition

3/12/2019

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It’s difficult to start a new habit, and starting a regular exercise routine is no different. However, if you have a chronic health condition, an amputation, or an injury, the typical blog posts about eating your macros, building your fitness model body, or other appearance-focused information isn’t where you need to start.
 
Physical activity, which is any movement we do with our body (exercise being one of them), is beneficial for nearly all persons in preventing disease, preventing progression, and managing symptoms. Physical activity can also exacerbate existing conditions or lead to new injuries if approached too vigorously. For example, regular activity can help with the pain of fibromyalgia and fatigue of chronic fatigue syndrome, but too much too fast can worsen the symptoms.
 
Let’s get you started on the right track.

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managing work with caregiving

3/9/2019

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Nearly 1 in 8 adults in the United States care for an aging parent and support their own children. These "sandwich generation" caregivers are also present in other Western countries, with 1 in 25 adults in the United Kingdom juggling childcare and taking care of an older or sick parent.

Caregiver burnout is a very real hazard that contrasts the rewarding moments of taking care of loved ones. It's a state of extreme exhaustion - emotional, mental, and physical. 

Having enough time in the day is one of the many challenges of caregiving, especially if you're employed. Here's 3 tips to balance the financial responsibility of caregiving without contributing to even more stress.
Managing work with caregiving

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3 tips for better rest days

3/7/2019

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Rest and recovery is just as important for your fitness performance as your workout. 

If you don’t give your body plenty of time to recover in between your workouts, you risk overtraining syndrome., characterized by persistent fatigue, mood disturbances, and decreased athletic performance.

With regular training, your body recovers from the acute fatigue in a few days.

​Functional overreaching and non-functional overreaching require longer term recovery with days to weeks to months before progressing to overtraining syndrome, resulting from inadequate rest and recovery while in a state of overreaching.
 
Many adopt a “no pain no gain” and “push through” mentality – but implementing that practice in your training increases your risk of overtraining and therefore risk of injury. If you want to train tomorrow or next week, take care of yourself today.
 
Here are a few ways you can recover well and get better results from your workouts.
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3 bad habits worth breaking

3/7/2019

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​Good habits are hard to make and bad habits are hard to break. Today I highlight 3 bad habits that are worth your time and effort to break!

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5 tips for a healthier workplace

2/28/2019

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In the last 5 years, workplace wellness has become the norm, as insurance companies and employers finally agree with wellness experts that healthier workers save money - through increased productivity, reduced sick days, and reduced medical bills.

Whether you work for a large company with a formal workplace wellness program, or at an itty bitty start-up or mom-and-pop shop, you can use these ideas to spark discussion at your own workplace. Find out if your company has a Wellness Committee or similar group, or create your own!

customize

One of the most important aspects of adopting change for a healthier workplace is buy-in from everyone. Changes may not be do-able at a company-wide level, or department-wide level. Customizing changes for teams, divisions, and other units will enhance adoption because it will meet the needs of those employees. More examples on that later. ​
5 Tips for a Healthier Workplace

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3 tips for staying healthy while working from home

2/28/2019

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Working from home seems like a pretty great deal. The flexibility and and comfort is tempting, not to mention avoiding the commute. 

But if you've worked from home before, you know it has it's challenges. 

Without interruptions, you may find yourself working more. Maybe you don't stop for lunch, or maybe you snack all day. The comfort of working from home comes at the loss of structure the office provides. 
3 tips for staying healthy while working from home

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taking care of yourself

1/24/2019

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With all of the headlines out there on what you should or shouldn't be doing for your health, taking care of yourself feels like a full-time job.

Today I'll present a few things for you to do on a regular basis to help take care of yourself. You need to get into good routines if you want to improve and maintain your health long-term. 
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contact sports: yay or nay?

1/24/2019

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Regular physical activity is important, especially for kids.

Team sports are also important for interpersonal skill development. 

The choice on what sport your child plays should ultimately up to them but is often influenced by the culture of where you live and especially by the sports a parent played. 

Another factor hitting the headlines now is contact sports and risk of concussions.  With results from research in the NFL particularly, we now know the harmful effects of even the most "minor" seeming contact hits and the accumulation of harm over time. 

So before you insist on your child following in your footsteps to play football or hockey or any of the other "Big Six", take a step back and consider these factors.


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taking care of your eyesight and hearing

1/16/2019

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Taking care of your health may seem like a never-ending project, with endless "tasks" that headlines tell you to do, or not to do.

Don't eat this! Don't eat that!

Adopting some healthy habits doesn't have to feel like a burden. Incorporating small changes can make a bigger difference than you think. 

Usually we talk about maintaining a healthy weight, but today we'll talk about 2 things you may take for granted: your eyesight and your hearing. 

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tips for self-employment in the nutrition field

1/4/2019

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Tips for self-employment in the nutrition field
Self-employment is on the rise, even in times of unemployment. Many dietitians know early on in their education that they’ll open a private practice, providing nutrition counseling outside of traditional healthcare settings.

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making the new year work for your health

12/17/2018

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Some of us may be basking in the middle of the holiday season, but others may be thinking ahead to the new year.

As we push forward and set goals for the new year, we may reflect and take stock of the past year. If this year was a tough one, spend some time dissecting the root of those troubles. Making improvements in those areas are a great way to set meaningful new year resolutions. 

If you can't drill down to specifics, or if this year went pretty well for you, don't give up on us just yet. In today's post, I have 3 things you may consider in your new year resolutions, and you may not have thought of them before. 

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10 Tips for RD Exam Day

9/8/2018

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For the most up-to-date information on the RD exam, including information on the 2022 exam update, head over to my website www.studysmartermethod.com.

​Whether you've never taken the RD exam or if you're quite familiar with it, these 10 tips will help you keep your nerves and take advantage of the hard work you've put in so far. 
10 Tips for the Day of the RD Exam | Bailey DeBarmore Tutoring

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Improve your Core Strength

8/15/2018

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Often when people think about getting in shape, they turn to cardio fitness. They think - if I run more, I'll lose weight. This strategy falls short in several ways - the most common cardio activities, such as running or jogging, are pretty tough on the joints, and upping your cardio leads to fat loss, but no muscle gain. Muscle is the Midas gold of exercise - the more muscle you have, the more calories you burn (even when you're not working out). 
Over the past few years, you  may have heard "sitting is the new smoking". And what makes sitting even worse? Poor posture. Staring at your phone or computer can give you tech neck, leads to rounding of the upper back and shoulders, and weakened abdominal and back muscles. The answer? Core strengthening! 
Improve Your Core Strength
Whether you have a exercise regime in place and are looking for new activities to spice it up, or want to jump right in, we'll talk about several activities that are not only great to strengthen your torso muscles, but fun, too. 

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