WHAT'S THE BIG DEAL? A medium order of fries may be more than you bargained for. New research shows that a number of fast-food chains have boosted the size of their menu offerings. Ask to see the container first.
-Fitness
BOUNCE BACK QUICKER If you’re feeling woozy
after a workout, try this cool-down trick from researchers at the University of Ottawa. Lie on your back and rest your feet above your heart (on a wall or bench) for 10 to 15 minutes. It’s easier on your ticker than if you remain standing, as your blood pressure will return to normal faster. You’ll get back on your feet and out of the gym in a jiffy.
-Self
DIABETIC DIET DEMYSTIFIED Myths abound when it comes to diabetes and food—one of the most common being there’s a “diabetes diet” that prohibits sugar and other foods. In fact, diet advice for people with diabetes is similar to that for the general population, which is: Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Reduce saturated fats and trans fats and replace them with healthy vegetable oils. Increase the amount of fiber and opt for more healthy proteins, such as beans, nuts, fish and poultry, instead of red meat.
-Vitality
THE RIGHT TIME You’re more likely to stick with an exercise program if you work out when it’s best for your internal clock. Exercise for a week in the morning and then a week in the evening. Write down how you feel before and during these workout sessions. It will quickly become clear which time of day is best for you.
-Vitality
THE SECRET TO LIFELONG HEALTH With hectic schedules and divergent life paths, we often lose touch with old pals. But a study in the journal Personal Relationships suggests we should make these people a priority. “In today’s mobile society, a long-term friend gives you a sense of emotional stability and an anchor point that doesn’t often exist anymore,” says co-author Glenn Sparks, Ph.D. Set aside 10 minutes a week to pick up the phone and reconnect. It’s good for you and your buddy.
