Monthly Archives: June 2012

Yes, this can happen to you

I knew this happened—I had heard about it in the news. But I assumed it was a rare occurrence. In the United States, it happens 15-25 times a year. It can happen to anyone. It can happen to you. Human memory … Continue reading

Posted in Sleep, Stress management | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

On Banning Big Bad Beverages

When the news broke that New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposes to ban the sale of sugary beverages larger than 16 ounces, I just shook my head and sighed. Seriously? As a registered dietitian, I have a major passion for … Continue reading

Posted in Diets don't work, Musings | Tagged , | 2 Comments

Are You Hug Able?

I’m sure you’re huggable, but are you hug able? Are you open to giving and receiving hugs? (Between close friends and family, that is.) If not, you may want to work on that. A study out of the University of … Continue reading

Posted in Stress management | Tagged , , | Leave a comment