Pelham - Windham News 14 - March 11, 2011


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As anyone who’s ever attempted dieting knows,


advice on weight loss comes from every corner. Friends might swear by the latest dieting trend while family members may be just as adamantly convinced the trend doesn’t have merit. So what’s true and what’s false? Simply put, combining a healthy diet with regular exercise is the best way to lose weight and keep that weight off. While most adults are fully aware of that fact, that doesn’t stop them from finding the latest fad and letting it dictate their eating habits for days or even weeks. For those about to diet, consider the following good and bad diet fads.


The Good * Portion control: Many diets emphasize the importance of portion control. Research has indi- cated it’s not just what we eat that causes weight gain, but how much we’re eating as well. In a study in the American Journal of Public Health, researchers found that cookies are 700 percent bigger than the suggested USDA standards. And it’s not just cookies that are much bigger than rec-


ommended, as our servings of pasta (480 percent), muffins (333 percent) and bagels (195 percent) are much bigger than they should be. While not all diets that promote portion control are necessarily healthy, portion control on its own is a healthy way for everyone to approach their daily diet. * Lifestyle change: Individuals who want to lose weight should look for dietary tips that promote a change in lifestyle and not just changes in diet. Look for diets that don’t have a timeline, promot- ing fast weight loss in ‘X’ amount of weeks. A diet that promotes a longterm commitment to eating healthy foods while also encouraging daily exer- cise is one that’s likely going to be more success- ful and beneficial than one that promises signifi- cant weight loss in a short period of time.


The Bad


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When a person is experiencing cardiac arrest, their heart’s elec- trical system is malfunctioning and suddenly becomes irregular. The heart begins to beat very fast while the ventricles may flutter or quiver. Blood is not being delivered to the body during cardiac arrest, and a genuine fear is that blood flow to the brain will be reduced so drastically that a person may lose consciousness. Unlike a heart attack, cardiac arrest requires immediate treat- ment. It’s best to seek treatment promptly for both a heart attack and cardiac arrest, but those experiencing cardiac arrest are at much greater risk of death if treatment is not sought immediately. Men and women, young and old, should also keep in mind that heart attack can sometimes lead into cardiac arrest, highlighting the importance of seeking treatment as soon as any symptoms of heart attack begin to appear.


How are heart attack and cardiac arrest prevented? The goal is to keep blood flowing through the body as smoothly


It’s never too early for adults to start taking steps, including daily exercise, to prevent heart attack and cardiac arrest.


as possible. This means avoiding blood clots and the build-up of plaque in the arteries. That might sound simple enough, but plaque build-up and the process of coronary artery disease has been shown to begin as far back as childhood, when diets are not typi- cally tailored to avoid heart disease. While it’s impossible to go back in time and change certain lifestyle habits, including diet and exercise routines and regimens, there are ways adults can reduce the build-up of plaque, which can help them avoid falling victim to heart attack and cardiac ar- rest.


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* Exercise regularly. At least 30 minutes of daily exercise is recommended. * Eat a healthy diet. A diet low in saturated fat, which almost always equates to eating less red meat, and high in fruits and vegetables is ideal. * Stop smoking. For those


who have never smoked or have quit smoking, keep it up. Those who have or continue to smoke, stop. * Don’t procrastinate. These


changes can’t wait until tomor- row. As mentioned above, the process or coronary artery disease doesn’t wait for adult- hood, and adults who need to make changes cannot afford to drag their feet. The good news is studies have indicated that even those with heart disease can expect to live longer if they simply commit to the necessary lifestyle changes. For more information about heart attack and cardiac ar- rest, visit the American Heart Association Web site at www. heart.org.


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* One food can do it all: Nearly every dieter has heard of a diet that promises you can eat all you want of a specific food and still lose weight so long as that’s all you’re eating. However, focus- ing on a specific food is certain to deprive dieters of nutrients they sorely need. Cutting out entire food groups means dieters won’t be enjoyed a balanced diet. Also, dieters will begin to crave the foods they’re not getting, which could lead to bingeing.


Another side effect to one- food diets is that certain foods


healthy body, mind, and spirit. Good and Bad Diet Fads


can cause some unenjoyable side effects, includ- ing dehydration or gastrointestinal problems. Look for balance in a diet, which should eliminate one- food diets from consideration. * Misguided vegetarianism: While vegetarian-


ism isn’t bad, dieters often apply it incorrectly. When applied correctly, a vegetarian diet has been linked to all sorts of benefits, including lower rates of obesity and heart disease. However, dieters often mistakenly eat a vegetarian diet with a foundation of cheese and pasta, which can actu- ally cause weight gain. Carbohydrate-rich foods, while they might be vegetarian, will likely result in weight added as opposed to lost. When adopting a vegetarian diet, be sure to include whole grains and fruit and eat foods like nuts, beans or even tofu to ensure you’re getting enough protein. * Bye-bye, carbohydrates: Arguably no diet is more popular than the one that advocates eliminating carbohydrates. This is problematic, especially for those who want to combine their healthy diet with exercise. Carbohydrates are ideal foods for boosting energy, which dieters will need if they want to exercise regularly. Whole-grain breads, oatmeal and brown rice are all benefi- cial carbohydrate sources. For those desiring to eliminate some forms of carbs from their diets, eliminate white bread and white rice, as those are low in nutrients.


When it comes to dieting, there are certainly plenty of options touting incredible weight loss in short periods of time. But dieters should always


Diets that advertise rapid weight loss are often not a viable longterm solution.


look for healthy ways to lose weight and keep it off, which often includes some combination of a well-balanced diet that promotes moderation.


Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack


Many people mistakenly assume cardiac arrest and heart attack are the same thing. However, sudden cardiac arrest is not a heart attack. In fact, there are distinguishable differences between the two that are best explained by detailing what is actually happening when someone is suffering from either one.


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