March 4, 2014 Shop for Foods that are Heart Healthy You may already know that foods laden with fats, refined sugars, and sodium can increase your risk of heart disease. Still, identifying food items that are good for your cardiovascular health can be challenging. Foods that are rich in fiber and Omega-3 fatty acids are considered particularly heart
March 4, 2014 Take Care of Your Smile Nearly everyone knows that brushing your teeth at least twice a day, flossing daily and visiting the dentist regularly are key to good oral hygiene and health. But did you know that what you drink - and when and how you consume it - can impact your dental health as well?Sugar-sweetened beverages
Feb. 28, 2014 Women Play Key Role in Family Heart Health Participants strike a warrior pose during a yoga class at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Fitness Center on June 11, 2011. Photo by Lance Cpl. Katalynn Rodgers.Stress, poor diet and too little sleep have become part of the daily routine for many Americans. But this type of daily grind could
Feb. 24, 2014 Simple tips Airmen should 'take to heart' February is designated American Heart Month with the mission to increase awareness about heart health, a growing problem within the Air Force, according to a cardiology consultant to the Air Force surgeon general. Lt. Col. Samuel O. Jones said that in the medical community, heart issues are no
Feb. 19, 2014 A healthy heart beats for American Heart Month February is National American Heart Month and is dedicated to raising awareness for heart health. Physically, the heart is the first organ to form after conception and weighs approximately 11 ounces once developed. At rest, it normally beats 70 times a minute, pumping about three ounces of blood
Feb. 18, 2014 DoD Anti-Tobacco Video Contest Now Open For Public Voting The Air Force community is encouraged to kick off 2014 by voting for the best anti-tobacco video in the Department of Defense-sponsored Fight the Enemy contest which begins now until March 14, 2014 through online voting.Five finalists have been selected for public voting, including two Air Force
Feb. 13, 2014 Electronic cigarette use increasing among Airmen Electronic cigarette use is becoming a popular alternative to traditional cigarettes, but the upward trend is becoming a concern for health care providers. The battery-operated products, known as e-cigarettes, are designed to deliver nicotine, flavor, and other chemicals as a vapor that is inhaled
Feb. 11, 2014 AFMC promotes American Heart Month February is American Heart Month. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report approximately 600,000 Americans die from heart disease each year -- that's one out of every four deaths. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, but heart disease is preventable and
Feb. 11, 2014 Eat These Foods for a Restful Sleep Getting a good night's sleep is important to perform at your peak throughout the day. Service members often report experiencing sleep disorders.So do millions of other Americans. More than one-quarter of the U.S. population report occasionally not getting enough sleep, while nearly 10 percent
Feb. 6, 2014 Move Your Way to Better Heart Health Meeting physical fitness standards may be a requirement for service members, but being active is essential for everyone - beginning with early childhood and spanning well into retirement. Regular physical activity helps prevent health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer. It
Feb. 5, 2014 Know Your Risk for Heart Disease Although heart disease often manifests later in life in the form of heart attacks, it actually starts developing under the radar when people look young and healthy.This silent killer remains the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. More than 600,000 Americans die of
Feb. 4, 2014 Fluoride: What Do I Need to Know? Fluoride is a form of the naturally occurring element fluorine. Fluoride has been proven to be very effective at preventing cavities and making teeth resistant to the bacteria that live in our mouths. The optimal level of fluoride to actually achieve these positive results is very small. The
Jan. 31, 2014 Gathering helps family networks conquer ADHD concerns Networking with families has helped Master Sgt. Erin Panas and other parents understand the needs of their children struggling with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, and other behavioral issues."It helps us parents know that we aren't alone. It starts to make us comfortable talking
Jan. 31, 2014 CrossFit to Fight: Squadron houses military affiliate gym There are more than 5,500 CrossFit affiliate gyms worldwide but one is making a difference in the lives of Airmen assigned to the 364th Recruiting Squadron.Located in a cinderblock warehouse loading area of the squadron headquarters is CrossFit 364 - a recognized military affiliate founded in
Jan. 24, 2014 Maintain mental fitness for a healthy life The challenges of working in the Air Force can be both physically and mentally taxing. Mental fitness is approaching life's challenges in a positive way by demonstrating self-control, stamina and good character with choices and actions."When we celebrate attitudes and actions, we want to encourage
Jan. 22, 2014 Military Anti-Tobacco Initiatives Recognized at White House Ceremony Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary of Health and Human Services, joined Acting Surgeon General Boris Lushniak at the White House on Jan. 17 to mark the release of the Surgeon General's new report on smoking and to recognize the Department of Defense and other federal agencies for their work in reducing
Jan. 17, 2014 Team Hickam advised against temporary weight loss solutions An increased emphasis on resiliency and readiness has led Airmen to potentially extreme or harmful measures to quickly shed extra pounds; however Hickam Human Performance and Rehabilitation Center personnel recommend Airmen choose quality over quantity when it comes to losing weight."Airmen should
Jan. 13, 2014 DOD focuses on healthy, active lifestyle for kids With the national rate of childhood obesity increasing, the Defense Department wants to ensure children in military families lead healthy and active lifestyles, the Defense Department's director of the office of family policy and children and youth said.In a recent interview with American Forces
Jan. 13, 2014 Sesame Street book teaches kids resilience The Defense Department and Sesame Street have unveiled a book and DVD to develop resilience in young children.Barbara Thompson, the director of the office of family policy/children and youth said "Little Children, BIG Challenges" lets military children know that challenges are a part of life.
Jan. 8, 2014 Military blood program director urges generosity The director of the Armed Services Blood Program wants all service members to be part of a new arms race.Col. Richard H. McBride wants service members to roll up their sleeves and donate blood to help fellow service members and their families.Historically, blood levels shrink around the holidays,