Being Healthy for Busy People

BH4BP #74 – Choosing the Right Doctor

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 13:00:53 +0000

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We all visit the doctor at some point in our lives, no matter how well we care for our health, whether it be for a check-up or to treat a medical condition. When we do go, having a positive experience is very important for obtaining the best treatment possible. Unfortunately, when many people need to choose a doctor, they are unsure how to select the right one. So, they often just pick the closest one that takes their insurance and is accepting new patients. And once they’ve selected a doctor, they don’t know how to take an active role in their own healthcare. Neither that patient selection process nor that passive relationship with the doctor is optimal. So, today I’ll discuss some considerations when selecting a health care practitioner, how to improve communication and when to seek a second opinion.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia and about.com.

The video podcast for this week is:

Traveling, Eating & Staying Healthy

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #73 – Stressed? Meditate On This!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:00:22 +0000

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As you all know, today’s fast paced world can be very stressful. It pulls us in a million and one directions, and we’re always rushing to meet an unending string of deadlines and the expectations placed on us by our employers, friends and even our families. I know that it can often be hard not to get anxious or stressed. As if it wasn’t bad enough that all that pressure is zero fun, on top of that, chronic stress negatively impacts our overall health. It can lead to sleep problems, depression, anxiety, chest pain, high blood pressure, burnout, the inability to enjoy life, etc. That is why it is important to minimize stress whenever possible. Because we’re all striving for a contented life, where we’re happy, healthy and free of chronic stress, aren’t we?

So, what should you do if your days are consistently stressful? Well, the first thing you need to do is learn to manage your stress. One excellent way to do that is through meditation. Meditation helps to dissipate tension and bring a sense of calm and inner peace. Since meditation is such a useful tool for managing stress, I am dedicating this show to the practice of Meditation. I’ll cover what meditation is, its benefits and some tips on how you can start meditating on your own.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia and Mayo Clinic.

The video podcast for this week is:

Being Healthy While Eating Out

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #72 – Office Injuries Are No Joke

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:00:24 +0000

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Every year, millions of office workers complain of on the job aches and pains. According to WebMD, one study reported that over 50% of employees who used computers for at least 15 hours a week, reported musculoskeletal problems in the first year of a new job. That is a very high percentage, don’t you think? So, since many of us can relate to these aches and pains, I’m dedicating this show to preventing and managing aches and pains that occur as a result of office life.

As promised, here are shows #8 and #11: “Watch That Posture! Stand Tall!” and “Heading Off Neck Pain!“.

Announcement: Being Healthy for Busy People, is a Podcast Awards finalist! Daily voting will run till November 30th. If you have time, please go and vote for my podcast under Health/Fitness as many days as you can! Thank you!

Some references I used while researching this show are WebMD and Mayo Clinic.

The video podcast for this week is:

Olive Oil

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #71 – Exercising In Cold Weather

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:00:58 +0000

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I’m happy to announce that Being Healthy for Busy People was a finalist in the health category of the Podcast Awards! That’s two years running and I owe it to all of you. Thank you so very much! For anyone interested in voting for the podcast, voting opens at podcastawards.com on November 13 and runs until November 30. Every person is allowed to vote once every 24 hours. Thanks again everyone!

With winter approaching, the prospect of going indoors to exercise because of cold weather have some people bummed. They are just not gym people. But cold weather doesn’t have to mean the end of outdoor exercise. With a little planning and preparation, running, cycling or walking can be done during cold weather. That’s why, with winter just around the corner for much of the world, it’s time to talk about how to safely and effectively work out in cold weather.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic and weather.com.

The video podcast for this week is:

Exercise Intensity

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #70 – Tai Chi: A Healthy Exercise for All Ages

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:00:29 +0000

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Today’s show was inspired by a trip that I took to Beijing, China with David about 3 years ago. I was reminded of the trip a few days ago when I was looking through some of my photos and came across some of the many photos we took during that trip.

It was a wonderful 10 day trip and we had a fantastic time visiting places, such as the Great Wall, The Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Beijing Zoo, etc… Being who I am, the one thing from the trip that really stuck in my mind, besides the amazing historical sites, was our walk through what I believe was the Temple of Heaven Park. As we walked through that impressive park, I noticed that there were a bunch of people in the middle of the park performing slow dance-like flowing movements. When I asked our tour guide what they were doing, he told us that the group of people were practicing Tai Chi. The graceful images of those people gliding through different poses made an impression on me. So, when I came back home I started researching Tai Chi. I was interested to find out what the practice of tai-chi was all about and how it could be beneficial to one’s health.

So, in this episode I will share with you my findings. I will go over what Tai Chi is, the health benefits it provides and how to get started.

Some references I used while researching this show are the medicinenet.com and Mayo Clinic.

The video podcast for this week is:
Cranberries, Not Just a Holiday Treat!

The blog posts for this week are:
Study: Do Copper or Magnets Relieve Arthritis?
Thanksgiving: Does Turkey Make You Sleepy?

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #69 – Don’t Downplay Depression

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:00:11 +0000

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It is normal to occasionally feel sad or unhappy with a situation. Life can be stressful and overwhelming at times and can lead people to feel sad. Things like breakups, losing a job, getting a pay cut, having an argument with a friend or spouse are all examples of things that can bring on sadness, pain or grief. However, these negative emotions usually fade with time. But with depression, those feelings can linger for weeks, months or even years and are more intense than just the normal blues.

Depression is not uncommon though. It is estimated that about 12 million adults suffer from depression in the United States alone. That is quite a few people affected. So, today I will go over how depression is different from normal sadness, what symptoms to watch for, the different types of depression, who is at risk and ways to prevent and cope with depression.

Some references I used while researching this show are the Mayo Clinic, MedicineNet.com and kidshealth.org.

The video podcast for this week is:

Laughter Is Contagious, But In A Good Way!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #68 – The Facts About Tendinitis

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:00:14 +0000

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You just started exercising and you felt great, so you dramatically increased the intensity and duration of your workout. While doing that you felt a dull pain. Over the next few days the pain recurred intermittently, but it wasn’t bad enough to interfere with your exercise. So, you pushed on, ignoring the pain. As time passed, the pain got to the point where you felt the pain during and after your exercise as well.

This is an example of an overuse injury, specifically tendinitis, which is one of the most common sports related injuries. Now, in previous shows I covered other types of sports injuries, such as muscle soreness and cramps (show 40) and sprains and strains (show 44). But in this show I am going to talk about tendinitis. I’ll tell you what it is, who is at risk, ways to prevent it and what to do if you get it.

Some references I used while researching this show are the New Wellness Encyclopedia, Orthopedic Physical Assessment and emedicinehealth.com.

The video podcast for this week is:

The Benefits of Rooibos Tea

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #67 – Jet Lag: Keep the Jet, Lose the Lag

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:00:46 +0000

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Vacations can be a lot of fun, but if we have to fly long distances, the jet lag that comes along with the flight isn’t so fun. So, today I decided to address jet lag and ways to prevent it prior to departure, during the flight and at your destination. Because after all, we all want to feel our best while on vacation.

And don’t forget, the nominations for the 2009 Podcast Awards are still open! Nominations close on October 18th. So, if you like this show, please head on over to podcastawards.com and nominate Being Healthy TV under the “Health/Fitness” category:

Podcast Name: Being Healthy for Busy People
Podcast URL: http://www.beinghealthy.tv/media/podcast/

Being a finalist will help bring more awareness to my podcast. I greatly appreciate your time and nomination!

Some references I used while researching this show are medicinenet.com, Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine and Science and Wikipedia.

The video podcast for this week is:

Fresh vs. Frozen vs. Canned

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #66 – Listener Q&A Special #3

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:00:05 +0000

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Today I am bringing you another Q&A show. Since the last two have been so well received, I’m going to continue putting out one of these Q & A shows every month or two, as long as I keep getting lots of questions. Answering them in a podcast seems like the best way to go because if one person has a question, there are probably at least a few more with the same question that didn’t ask. This way all of them get the answer all at once.

In this show, we will answer questions about what the perfect running form is and about gaining weight when beginning exercise. And we also have a comment about the struggle to be healthy when others are trying to sabotage you.

The 2009 Nominations for the Podcast Awards are open! If you like this show, please head on over to podcastawards.com and nominate it under the “Health/Fitness” category:

Podcast Name: Being Healthy for Busy People
Podcast URL: http://www.beinghealthy.tv/media/podcast/

Being a finalist will help bring more awareness to my podcast. I greatly appreciate your time and nomination!

Some references I used while researching this show are Runner’s World and about.com.

The video podcast for this week is:

Apple vs. Pear Shaped

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #65 – The Truth About Stretching

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:00:07 +0000

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Many people believe that stretching before and after a workout prevents injuries and minimizes muscle soreness. That’s because the recommendation used to be to stretch before and after exercise. In recent years, these commonly held beliefs have come under scrutiny and the recommendations have changed. So, today my goal is to help you understand what stretching can and can’t do for you, when you should do it and give you some tips on how to start a general stretching program.

Some references I used while researching this show are the The New Wellness Encyclopedia, US News and the Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine.

The video podcast for this week is:

Butter vs. Margarine

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #64 – Nutrition For All Ages

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:00:03 +0000

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At different stages of our life calorie and nutritional needs change. As we get older, we can’t eat the same way as we did when we were younger. Since many people are not aware of how nutritional needs change with age, this episode is designed to shed some light on how nutritional needs change during the different stages of life.

Infancy through early childhood
Adolescence
Adulthood
Senior Years

Some references I used while researching this show are the New Wellness Encyclopedia and NutritionMd.

The video podcast for this week is:

Red, Red Wine

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #63 – Gardening: Getting Dirty is Good For Your Health!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:00:16 +0000

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Having and working in a garden can play a powerful role in how we feel. The sights and scents of our gardens can soothe us and distract us from everyday stressors. Gardening has a way of connecting us with nature and the rhythm of life, rejuvenating us and disconnecting us from the more hectic parts of our lives for awhile. When we garden, we are on garden time, which feels slower than the fast paced regular world. And we all benefit from slowing down from time to time.

That’s why in this episode I am going to explore the health benefits of gardening and go over whether gardening is a good form of exercise.

Some references I used while researching this show are about.com and mantis.com.

The video podcast for this week is:

Say Cheese!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #62 – Swimming: A Great Alternative for Everyone!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:00:45 +0000

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Swimming is a great fitness activity for almost anyone, especially those who have physical limitations. For those who have had a hard time finding an activity that is not painful for their joints, swimming may be the answer.

In today’s show, I will go over how swimming is a great exercise choice, whether it can help you lose weight and how to get started.

Some references I used while researching this show are WebMD and Merck.

The video podcast for this week is:

Tired? Combat Fatigue!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #61 – Music Tames The Savage Health Issue

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:00:33 +0000

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Did you know that the right music can give us energy, boost creativity, lift the spirit, make us more alert, lessen anxiety, decrease stress and pain and even aid in digestion and sleep? Plus, used correctly, it can be a really effective mood boosting tool.

The affect that music has on us is quite profound. In today’s show, I will go over how music can affect your health and show you how you can use it as a stress management tool.

As promised, here are the links to shows 31 and 32 which talk about “Dealing with Stress.”

Some references I used while researching this show are about.com and musictherapy,org.

The video podcast for this week is:

Heading Off Neck Pain!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #60 – Dental Care: Take Care of Your Teeth and Protect Your Heart

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:00:24 +0000

Many people neglect the health of their teeth and gums. What they don’t realize is that having healthy teeth is just as important for optimal health as taking care of the rest of your body. Good dental hygiene requires more than just brushing your teeth once a day. If that is all you do, then you are at an increased risk of developing a serious dental disorder.

So, today my goal is to convince you that taking care of your teeth and gums should be a priority. And then I’ll give you some tips on how to keep your teeth and gums healthy. So, sit back and enjoy the show!

As promised here are the links to the floss and chewing gum articles: Floss or No Teeth for You! and Chewing Gum: Want a Piece?

Some references I used while researching this show are the New Wellness Encyclopedia, WebMD, The American Academy of Periodontology and The American Dental Association.

The video podcast for this week is:

Hoarseness: Save Your Voice!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #59 – Foot Pain: Not a Pretty Sight

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:00:41 +0000

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According to a Gallup poll, about 3 out of 5 adults have foot pain. Most accept it as a fact of life, but most foot pain can actually be prevented. So, since many people have ongoing foot pain and many others will experience it at some point in their life, I had to discuss it today.

There are many things that can cause or aggravate foot problems. It could be anything from flat feet to diabetic neuropathy to osteoarthritis, just to name a few. Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately because a lot of you would be bored and stop listening, I don’t have time to discuss every foot problem. The podcast would go on forever. Instead, I am going to focus on 7 common foot problems and give you some tips on how to prevent them. So, sit back and enjoy the show!

As promised here is the link to my blister article: Blisters Are No Fun!

Some references I used while researching this show are New Wellness Encyclopedia and Mayo Clinic.

The video podcast for this week is:

Flaxseed: Little Seed, Big Potential!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #58 – I Love Nuts!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:00:54 +0000

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I am a huge fan of nuts! They are wonderful either as a snack or as an ingredient in a delicious recipe. I just love eating them in granola, cereal, salads or even on their own. And the good news is that nuts eaten in moderation can be part of a heart healthy diet. That is right, I said moderation. You don’t want to eat whole cans of nuts, especially the salted kind.

So, since I know it’s not just me and the squirrels that enjoy nuts, I thought it was time to feature them in the show. In this episode, I will go over why nuts are heart healthy, why they should be eaten in moderation and I’ll give some nutritional information on some common types of nuts.

Some references I used while researching this show are New Wellness Encyclopedia, calorieking.com and Mayo Clinic.

The video podcast for this week is:

Watch That Posture! Stand Tall!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #57 – Listener Q&A Special #2

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 07:30:05 +0000

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I received a lot of feedback about the First Q&A show 7 weeks ago. Since it was so well received, I’m bringing you another one today. I’m planning to continue putting out one of these Q&A shows every month or two, as long as I keep getting lots of excellent questions. I love answering the questions and by putting the answers into a special episode, rather than an email, everyone can benefit from them.

In this episode, we have questions about how many calories to consume when training for a marathon, sleep deprivation, coconut oil and loose skin after weight loss.

Here are the links that I promised: “Running: The Gold Standard of Exercise” and “Drive Safe, Not Drowsy.”

Some references I used while researching this show are runners world, WebMD and Mayo Clinic.

The video podcast for this week is:

Putting the Plan Back In Weight Loss

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #56 – Sunglasses: More Than a Fashion Accessory

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:00:35 +0000

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When buying a pair of sunglasses, all too many people are primarily concerned with how good they look in a given pair. But sunglasses are more than a mere fashion accessory. Wearing the wrong sunglasses for too many years can actually lead to eye damage.

With so much on the line, I thought it would be a good topic to discuss. So, in this episode, I am going to go over why it is important to buy the right sunglasses and give you some things to consider when selecting a pair.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic and ansi.org.

The video podcast for this week is:

Skipping Breakfast: Don’t Do It!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #55 – You’re Probably Intolerant, but It May Be a Food Allergy

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:00:18 +0000

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This week’s show, like last week’s is being recorded in the Fresno area. So, if you noticed any differences in the sound due to the room acoustics, it’s the apartment we’re staying in that’s causing it. I’ll be out here for a few months, so we’re adjusting our recording setup to minimize echoes. Bear with us, it should get better.

Many people suspect they have a food allergy when, in reality, they often only have a food intolerance. The confusion comes because a food intolerance can have some of the same symptoms as a food allergy, even though what causes them is quite different.

Since many people have had an unpleasant reaction to something they ate at one time or another and might have thought it was due to a food allergy, I decided to talk about the differences between food allergies and food intolerances. In this show, I will cover how to tell them apart and give you some ways to manage them.

Here is a link to the lactose intolerance article that I promised you.

Some references I used while researching this show are Mayo Clinic and WebMD.

The video podcast for this week is:

Strength Training: It’s for You. Yes You!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #54 – Strength Training: Not Just for the Big Boys!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:30:06 +0000

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Many people decide to start a weight training routine every day. But many are not sure how to go about it. They don’t have any idea where to start. They are not sure how often to train, how much to lift, how many sets, etc.

That’s why I am dedicating this episode to helping you safely and effectively start a weight training program.

While researching this show, I referenced The New Wellness Encyclopedia.

The video podcast for this week is:

Going Bananas!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #53 – Jumping Rope: Time to Hop to It!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:00:41 +0000

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When most of us think about jumping rope, we picture boxers at the gym or little kids playing double dutch at the playground. But do you jump rope? Well maybe you should. For some of us, the thought of jumping rope brings back wonderful memories, but those memories aren’t the only benefit that jumping rope brings. Jumping rope is a wonderful aerobic activity that can bring variety to a fitness program.

So, since I think it’s a wonderful exercise that people should consider doing, I am going to dedicate this show to the wonderful world of jumping rope. I’ll tell you about the benefits of jumping rope and what you need to know to get started.

Here is a link to the American Heart Association’s recommendation for target heart rates.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia and sparkpeople.com

The video podcast for this week is:

Is It Time to Exercise, Yet?

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #52 – Enjoy Concerts, But Protect Your Hearing!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:05:00 +0000

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Most of us love concerts, but we hate what it does to our ears afterward. Right after a concert our hearing tends to be shot. We feel like we are underwater and have difficulty hearing. Everything sounds so distant and mumbled for a few hours.

Since many of us have experienced this, I thought it would be a great topic to cover. So in this episode, I will go over how loud noises can cause hearing loss and give you tips on how to reduce noise and prevent hearing damage.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic and americanhearing.org.

The video podcast for this week is:

The Quest for a Flat Belly!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #51 – Pasta: It’s Back On the Menu!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:30:28 +0000

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Pasta has gotten a bad rap over the past few years. It has been categorized as a fattening food and been placed in the bad carbohydrate category. Some people have even claimed that it has a high glycemic index. But are any of these claims actually true?

That’s an important question to ask because many people love pasta but have been avoiding it like the plague because they believe that it is bad for them. Especially when they are trying to lose weight. But are we operating under the right assumptions? So, today I am going to dedicate this show to pasta and nothing but pasta. I am going to go over what pasta is, discuss whether it is healthy or not and give you some tips on how to make it as healthy as possible.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia and ilovepasta.org.

The video podcast for this week is:

Sit Up Straight!

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #50 – Listener Q&A Special #1

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:00:57 +0000

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Today is a milestone episode. We made it to episode 50! That’s an episode every Thursday for 50 straight weeks. Not bad! And in honor of that, this episode is a listener question episode because I get a lot of great questions and I thought, what better way to thank you all for making the show what is than to dedicate a show to all your questions.

Now I want to remind you that the first episode of the new Being Healthy TV video podcast is coming out this Sunday and every week after that. So, please subscribe and, better yet, tell at least one person you know about Being Healthy TV. The more people that know, the more people I can help!

In this show, I will answer questions regarding exercise induced asthma, suntan lotions with exceptionally high SPF’s, the accuracy of blood pressure machines in drug stores and the difference between decaf and regular tea.

As promised here is the link for show 46, which is about the dangers of tanning.

Some references I used while researching this show are Mayo Clinic, WebMD, usforacle.com and about.com.

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #49 – No Time to Exercise? Jump On That Bike!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:00:04 +0000

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The Being Healthy TV promo came out this Sunday. I hope you all enjoyed it. The first show will come out on June 21st and every Sunday after that. It is up on iTunes, so feel free to subscribe! It is going to be a great year for Being Healthy TV.

Cycling is a great way for people who have no spare time to fit some physical activity into their daily schedule. And with the price of gas going up, using a bicycle for small shopping trips, commuting, visiting friends or just for the joy of the ride, may help your pocketbook at the same time as it improves your physical condition.

That’s why today, I’m going to go over the health benefits of cycling, the importance of choosing a properly fitted bike and tips on how to be safe on the road.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, healthywomen.org and ctc.org.

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

Being Healthy TV Promo! Let the Games Begin!

Talli van Sunder — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:29:23 +0000

After lots of hard work, we are proud to bring you the promo for Being Healthy TV! This is just a little teaser to give you an idea of what Being Healthy TV will be about. The first show will be coming to the video viewer of your choice on June 21st and will be 5 to 7 minutes long. We’re constantly learning about video, so the quality will just get better and better. So, make sure to subscribe and partake in the video goodness!

This is going to be a great year for Being Healthy TV, full of fun tips and techniques to becoming healthier. I am looking forward to sharing with you all that I have learned! So, tune in, sit back and enjoy. After all, the most important thing in life is Being Healthy!

Here is the iTunes link to subscribe to this video podcast!

BH4BP #48 – Do Carbohydrates Make You Fat?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:00:40 +0000

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I have some exciting news to share with you today! I am taking my passion for health and helping others to the next level. In June I will be coming out with a weekly video podcast in addition to the weekly audio podcast. The video promo will be coming out this Sunday, so look for it and enjoy. I am very excited to bring Being Healthy TV to you this year!

This is going to be a great year for Being Healthy TV, so make sure to partake of the new video goodness. I promise you won’t regret it! Now on to the show!

When many of us think about losing weight, we automatically think that we need to shun carbohydrates in favor of high protein foods because we heard that sugar is fattening. But do carbohydrates actually make you fat?

Since carbohydrates have so often been debated when it comes to health, I thought it would be helpful to clear a few things up today. In this show, I am going to discuss exactly what a carbohydrate is, what types of carbohydrates are best and whether carbohydrates will make you fat.

As promised, here is show 26 for those that are interested in listening to my journey to being healthier.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic and about.com.

The blog posts for this week are:

1. Oatmeal: The Breakfast of Champions!
2. Granola Bar: Healthy Treat or Sugary Sweet?

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #47 – Osteoarthritis: I Can Feel It In My Bones!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 28 May 2009 14:00:26 +0000

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Have you ever woken up with a stiff, painful back? Or stood up after sitting too long in a movie theater and had stiff, painful knees? You probably noticed that the pain eased after you got up and moved a bit. If so, you probably have some degree of osteoarthritis.

Osteoarthritis is so common that by the time people reach 40, most people show some signs of it on X-rays. In this show, I am going to discuss what osteoarthritis is, what causes it and give you some tips on managing the pain and stiffness accompanied by osteoarthritis.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic healthcentral.com and medicinenet.com

The blog posts for this week are:

1. Healthy Grilling: Avoid Those Carcinogens!
2. Bagels: Healthy Breakfast or Just Hype?

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #46 – Suntans: Sun Kissed? Or Sun Damaged?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 21 May 2009 14:00:05 +0000

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By the weather outside I can say that spring is definitely here and that summer is just around the corner. The weather is warmer and the days are longer. This is the time of year, where a lot of people shed their cold weather clothes and step out of their caves to enjoy the outdoors.

Once outside, the warm weather beckons many people to the beach or poolside to worship the sun and be rewarded with a tan. And who could blame them? The sun feels so good on our skin. Plus, many people think a tan gives them an attractive, healthy look. But is a tan really a sign of health or are we just fooling ourselves?

Unfortunately, it’s really the latter. In this show, I am going to discuss why a suntan is unhealthy, the dangers of getting too much sun and tips on how to minimize harmful sun exposure while still enjoying the nice weather.

For those interested here is a link to the EPA UVI site along with one for Australia and for the rest of the world. Also here is the link to the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep website.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, FDA, Mayo Clinic and wikihow.com

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

Talli Interviewed By The Health Matters Show

BH4BP #45 – Food Addiction? But It Tastes So Good!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 14 May 2009 14:00:06 +0000

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Do you constantly think about food, find yourself eating when you aren’t hungry or when you are depressed? Do you eat in secret or eat much healthier in the company of others than when you are alone? Do you feel guilty right after eating? Do you continue to go to the all you can eat buffets even though the reading on the scale keeps rising? If you said yes to any of these these, you may have a food addiction.

Since many people have some degree of food addiction, in this show I thought it would be useful to go over what makes a person a food addict, and give some tips and strategies to help break the addiction.

Some references I used while researching this show are WebMD, allaboutlifechallenges.org and weightloss.com.

I also answered Bill Janin’s questions regarding hydration during cross-training and the anaerobic phase in exercise. The primary references used while researching these questions are sparkpeople.com and chemistry.about.com.

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #44 – Injuries: Strains and Sprains

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 07 May 2009 14:00:40 +0000

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Back on show #40, I talked about ways to minimize or avoid muscle soreness and muscle cramps during exercise. For those that didn’t hear that show, those are aches and pains that while painful, do not involve injury.

In this show, I am going to cover exercise related injuries. Specifically, I am going to discuss strains and sprains. I will go over what they are, who is at risk for getting them, what to do when you get them and of course ways to avoid them.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic and ahealthyme.com.

I also answered Michele Ford’s question regarding the safety of Stevia. The primary reference used while researching this question was the Mayo Clinic.

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #43 – With Mood, It’s All About Food!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:00:53 +0000

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Have you ever noticed that after eating fast food, such as a cheap hamburger, fries and a soda, that you feel sluggish and tired afterwards? And maybe even unhappy or unmotivated as well? And have you ever noticed that after eating a healthy, nutritious meal you feel energetic, alert and ready to take on the world?

That’s because what you eat affects your body chemistry, which can make you feel good and alert or it can make you feel lethargic, unhappy or even mildly depressed. Since food plays a crucial role in shaping our moods, in this show I talk about how food affects our mood and what foods are associated with certain moods.

For those people who want to learn more about caffeine, please go back and listen to Show 20, where I cover that topic. Also if you are interested in more information on Vitamin D, please go back and read the blog post “Know Your Vitamin D.”

Some references I used while researching this show are cchs.net, medicinenet.com and iVillage.com.

I also answered a question, asked by Saul Cervantes, regarding how much water a person should consume after working out.

The blog posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #42 – Eating Healthy While Camping & On Road Trips

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:00:01 +0000

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It is that time of year again, where many of us start planning our next vacation. Vacations are a welcome break from the stress and monotony of work. They’re an opportunity to rest and recharge from the stresses of everyday life. Plus, they don’t have to be expensive, if that’s a concern for you. With the economy being the way it is, many people are choosing to go camping or are going on long road trips instead of flying.

In this show, I discuss why it is important to eat healthy on vacation and I also give tips on how to eat healthy while camping or while on long road trips.

Here are the recipe links I mentioned that were given to me by Adrian Bertolini, my friend from Argentina who inspired the camping portion of the show: scoutoram.com, usscouts.org and boyscouttrail.com.

For those people who want to know how to eat healthy at restaurants, please go back and listen to show 28, where I cover that topic.

Some references I used while researching this show are camping.every1loves2travel.com and nutrition.about.com.

The Blog Posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #41 – Winning the War Against Dry Skin

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:00:05 +0000

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Did you know that skin is the largest organ in our bodies? It covers every part of us and we don’t pay much attention to it, with the exception of our faces, until it starts causing us problems, such as when we develop a rash and it starts itching.

Since all of us have skin and have experienced skin irritations at one time or another, I thought it would be useful to talk about one of the most common skin concerns, dry skin, and ways to avoid it and treat it.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Wikipedia and Mayo Clinic.

I also answered two questions, asked by Bill Janin about how many days a week it is optimal to exercise and what keeps us exercising.

The Blog Posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #40 – Muscle Pain: Don’t Fear It; Minimize It!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:45:04 +0000

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Sometimes, after a really hard workout, you feel so stiff and sore that it hurts to move. Getting out of bed or getting dressed is so painful that you can’t help grunting as you pull on your clothes. Or maybe you wake up with a cramp in your calf or foot in the middle of the night or get a cramp in the middle of your workout. If so, you are not alone.

But don’t let your concern over these aches and pains stop you from working out. In this show, I discuss ways to minimize or avoid muscle soreness and muscle cramps.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia and sportsmedicine.about.com.

I also answered two questions, one from Jennifer Johnson on free radicals and the other from Luke Lynden on protein drinks. References used to answer these questions were answers.com and Mayo Clinic.

The Blog Posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #39 – Headaches: A Pain In the Neck…I Mean Head

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:00:17 +0000

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Almost everyone has experienced a headache at one time or another. Headaches are one of the most common human ailments, after all. For most people, headaches are an infrequent annoyance that occur only a few times a year and rarely get in the way of everyday life. But for others, headaches can bring disabling pain that can last for days or weeks!

Since headaches affect so many people, I decided that talking about ways to reduce the effects of headaches would go a long way toward helping many of you live a little healthier and happier. Thus, in this show, I discuss what headaches are and ways to avoid or minimize tension headaches, migraines and cluster headaches.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic, medicinenet.com and American Headache Society.

The Blog Posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #38 – Memory: Maintain Your Mental Might!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:00:05 +0000

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In some ways, your brain functions like a muscle. If you don’t use it, you lose it. If you train it though, it works better. The more you challenge your brain, the better you are able to process and remember information and the better your memory is. So, if you think you have poor memory, there is still hope. You can take steps to improve it.

This episode is the second part of a two part series on memory. For those of you that are new to this podcast, make sure to download and listen to last week’s show, #37 first. In this show, I will give you tips and strategies to sharpen your mind and improve your memory.

Other episodes referenced in the podcast are:

Dealing with Stress: Parts 1 and 2 (Shows #31 and #32)
Trouble Sleeping? (Show #15)

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, www.fi.edu and helpguide.org.

The Blog Posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #37 – What’s Up With My Memory?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:00:20 +0000

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If you’ve ever forgotten where you put your keys, couldn’t remember the name of a movie or walked into a room and for the life of you couldn’t remember why you were there, this is the episode for you.

This is the first in a two part series on memory. In this show, I discuss what memory is, how aging affects memory and the warning signs of mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s. The following week in show #38, I will go over ways to keep your mind supple, active and sharp as you grow older. Your brain is like a muscle. If you don’t use it, you lose it

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Wikipedia and helpguide.org.

The Blog Posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #36 – High Blood Pressure: Beat the Silent Killer

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:00:08 +0000

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When most of us think of someone with high blood pressure (hypertension), we automatically think of an overweight, middle aged executive, that is wound up really tight and explodes at the slightest provocation. So, anyone that doesn’t fit that image feels pretty safe. But unfortunately, hypertension can occur in anyone, even in children.

In this week’s show, I discuss what blood pressure is, why you should care what yours is and what you can do to prevent or combat high blood pressure.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic and American Heart Association.

This week, I was interviewed by iProng magazine. Here is the web version and a direct link to the even higher quality PDF version. So, go check it out and learn more about me!

The Blog Posts for this week are:

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #35 – Sodas: Is Diet Really Any Better?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 15:00:58 +0000

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For most people, when they are feeling thirsty or tired and want an energy boost, they seldom reach for water or tea. They reach for a soda instead. Many of us are addicted to sodas. If we go a day without them, our energy levels go down and we feel fatigued. Statistics show that Americans drink more soda than ever before.

In this show, I discuss why sodas are not part of a healthy diet, how regular and diet sodas can lead to weight gain and tips to wean yourself off of soda.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, WebMD and missourifamilies.org.

I end the show with a question from Kimberly about what effect it has on your body when you drink cold, hot or room temperature water.

The Blog Posts for this week are:

“High Blood Pressure? Cut The Ketchup“
“Don’t Let Your Health Go Up In Smoke“

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #34 – Approach Your Weight The Right Way

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 16:00:46 +0000

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Our culture is obsessed with weight. It seems that every person has a bathroom scale in their house and many people weigh themselves as part of their daily routine. Any weight gain is perceived as a change for the worse. And the media doesn’t make it any better. They’re constantly bombarding us with their images of the ideal body. And when we are unable to reach that image, we get depressed.

But we need to change the way we think about our bodies. It is important to make weight loss goals reasonable. The most important thing is to be healthy, not to look like a model. Those models might look healthy, but on the inside, many of them are not really that healthy.

In this show, I discuss the health risks of being overweight, why crash diets don’t work and tips and strategies for losing and maintaining weight.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia and WebMD.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #33 – Being Healthy: Tee Morris’s Journey

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:45:42 +0000

This week we are going to do something different with the show. A few weeks ago on Show #26, I talked about my journey to becoming healthier. That show got a really positive response, so I thought that it would be interesting to all of you if I interviewed a guest occasionally and discussed how they fit being healthy into their busy life.

In this show, I interviewed Tee Morris who is an author, podcaster and an extremely busy person. We discussed some of the challenges Tee faced on his journey to becoming healthier and how he met them.

Here are the best places to find out more about Tee Morris and all the wonderful things that he does:

For his snarky & fun side: teemorris.com
For his business side: imaginethatstudios.com
On Twitter: twitter.com/TeeMonster
or
twitter.com/ITStudios

BH4BP #32 – Dealing With Stress: Part 2

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:00:09 +0000

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Today’s episode is the second part of a two part series on stress. Last week on show #31, I discussed what stress is, how it effects our health, some unhealthy coping strategies and I covered the first of six healthy stress management techniques, which was exercise. Now, on this show I discuss the other five positive stress management techniques: Having a positive attitude, laughter, learning to say no, learning to relax and having a strong social support group.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia and Mayo Clinic.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #31 – Dealing With Stress: Part 1

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:00:08 +0000

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Today’s episode is the first in a two part series about stress. Now is an appropriate time for this topic because these are tough and stressful times for many people. Unemployment is up, home foreclosures are high and the stock market is way down. Some people have lost their jobs and others are worried that they might lose theirs. There are a lot of people worrying about whether they can continue to pay their bills and mortgages.

In this show, I discuss what stress is, describe some unhealthy coping behaviors, talk about why it is important to manage stress in a healthy manner and explain how exercise plays an important role in relieving stress.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic and ahealthyme.com.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #30 – Beef or Mock Meat: What’s for Dinner?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:00:41 +0000

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I know it seems like everywhere you go, people are telling you the healthiest thing you can do is to go vegetarian. I also know that many of you enjoy a nice, juicy steak or hamburger once in a while and don’t plan to give it up anytime soon. Others are vegetarians or vegans who often enjoy a tasty meatless substitute, such as meatless chicken, meatless beef or meatless turkey. However, whether you choose to eat meat or meat substitutes, not all options are created equal. Just because it doesn’t have meat in it, doesn’t mean that it is healthy.

In this show, I am going to delve into the world of beef, for you meat lovers, and the meatless meat world, for you veggie lovers. I am going to discuss what is healthy and what is not so healthy to consume.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, about.com and Mayo Clinic.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #29 – Running: The Gold Standard of Exercise

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:00:34 +0000

Today I would like to talk about a subject that is dear to my heart. That’s right, running. Both my dad and mom were runners. They got me started competing in track when I was in elementary school and I have been running ever since.

Running is really the gold standard of exercise. It is considered one of the best aerobic sports out there. Every other aerobic fitness program is measured against it.

In this show, I discuss the health benefits of running, how to get started running, proper running form and tips to prevent injury.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, healthstatus.com and about.com.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #28 – Food Tips For Frequent Restaurant Diners

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:00:00 +0000

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A lot of people either don’t like to or feel they don’t have the time to cook or wash dishes. After a busy day at work followed by taking the kids to all their activities, the thought of cooking on top of all that seems like too much. Sometimes, we need a reprieve from our daily work and dining out is one way of getting that. The problem is that if we resort to eating out too often, our health can suffer due to the predominantly unhealthy food that is available at many restaurants. But, while eating out is almost always less healthy than preparing your own food, your healthy diet doesn’t have to go out the window when you go out to eat. You can still eat healthy when dining out, if you make better choices.

So, in this show, I discuss ways to have healthy meals when eating out. I go over breakfast, lunch and dinner and some general guidelines when dining out.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, restaurant.org and uscdnutritionlink.org.

I end the show with a voicemail from Megan from podcastjunky.com and meanmommiesclub.com about how to get kids to eat properly on a vegetarian diet. For more information on this subject, check out the Mayo Clinic article.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #27 – A Little Exercise, A Longer Life

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:00:30 +0000

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Many people out there are always searching for the fountain of youth. They’re looking for ways that they can stay young, stop the aging process or prevent disease. Americans spend billions of dollars every year on magic potions, miracle pills or expensive surgeries to stop or hopefully reverse the aging process. But, most of these supposed “cures” that they spend money on don’t really accomplish what they want. They don’t keep us young.

In this show, I discuss the secret to staying young and living longer. I go over the health benefits of exercising and the research that proves that exercise is linked to longevity.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic, Science Daily and about.com.

I end the show with a question from Dean about whether the temperature of tea or alcoholic drinks, change the way the body metabolizes the caffeine or alcohol contained in these drinks.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #26 – Being Healthy: Talli’s Journey

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 16:00:16 +0000

Happy New Year, everyone! This podcast comes out on New Year’s Day, which is the time of year when many of us reflect on the year that has passed and make our resolutions for the year ahead. Since the journey to being healthier seems difficult to a lot of people, I thought that while I was reflecting on how far I’d come, it would be a fitting time to share with you the story of my journey to better health. That way, you can see how I got to where I am today because, believe it or not, I wasn’t born like this.

So, in this show, I discuss my life’s progression to healthier eating. I start with my childhood, then discuss my college years, then the changes after starting work and getting married and on to the present.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me gain more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #25 – Alcohol: Everything In Moderation

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 16:00:49 +0000

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For many, alcohol is considered a pleasurable and even essential part of any party or gathering. Luckily, alcohol does have some health benefits when consumed in “moderation” (moderation is the key word here). However, people often take drinking too far during parties and wake up with a hangover the next day. When consumed in excess like this and on a regular basis, alcohol becomes toxic to our bodies and adversely effects our health. And that is what we don’t want!

In this show, I discuss how alcohol effects our bodies, why it is important to drink in moderation and what moderation means. I also give you some tips on how to drink less and tell you about the health risks of drinking too much.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, NIAAA and Mayo Clinic.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #24 – Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:00:14 +0000

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Today I talk about a subject that literally everyone can relate to. That’s right: Hair. In our culture, the hair on our heads is important to many people. Luscious, full bodied hair is a sign of sex appeal. Thinning or vanishing hair, on the other hand, can be traumatizing, since hair is part of our identity and an indicator of our age.

In this show, I discuss what hair is, why hair loss occurs, ways to keep your hair healthy and some common myths related to hair.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic, WebMD and answers.com.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #23 – Cholesterol: That’s What’s Clogging Your Tubes!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:00:38 +0000

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The holidays are upon us and the food and sweets are coming at a fast and furious pace. A lot of us during this time of year indulge ourselves in foods that are rich in saturated fats and cholesterol, like eggnog, cold-cuts, ham, turkey, pies and sugar cookies to name a few.

For someone who has elevated cholesterol levels, this might be a difficult time of year. Now, more than ever, it is important to watch what we eat, especially if we are worried about our blood cholesterol levels. In this show, I discuss what cholesterol is, where it comes from and ways to control or lower your cholesterol levels.

Some references I used while researching this show are The New Wellness Encyclopedia, Mayo Clinic, ehealthmd.com and WebMD.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #22 – Walking: An Exercise for Everyone

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:00:07 +0000

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Walking is a great activity for anyone wanting to get in shape. It is an exercise that almost anyone can do and doesn’t require any special equipment or memberships. All you need is comfortable walking shoes, a place to go walking and you are set.

Now that I’ve reminded you how wonderful walking can be, I would like to help you to get the most from the walking you’ll be doing. In this show, I am going to give you some tips and techniques for starting a successful walking program.

Some references I used while researching this show are Mayo Clinic, MedicineNet, nutristrategy.com and thewalkingsite.com.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #21 – Those Unhealthy Snacks Are Tired; Time For a Substitution

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:00:11 +0000

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In the last few shows we’ve talked about the importance of eating healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners. What haven’t we talked about yet? Snacks.

Almost everyone eats snacks between meals, including myself. It is nothing to be ashamed of, if done right. Actually, it might even help some of us lose weight, by preventing us from binging on food during mealtimes. In this show, I discuss the negatives of certain common snacks and how to choose healthier ones.

Some references I used while researching this show are Mayo Clinic, WebMD and MedicineNet.

I end the show with a question from Gail Shiraishi about whether açaí berries help you to lose weight. I referenced WebMD while answering this question.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #20 – Caffeine: You Can Use It, But Don’t Abuse It

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:00:03 +0000

Most of us like to start our morning with a caffeinated beverage, such as, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, an energy drink or a soft drink. We love our caffeine because it helps to wake us up in morning and keep us from getting tired later in the day. Yet most of us worry that we might be getting too much caffeine. In this show, I discuss what exactly caffeine is, how it effects our body, how much is too much and some common myths related to caffeine intake.

Some references I used in the research for this show are the Mayo Clinic, WebMd and Wikipedia.

I end the show with a question from Cynthia regarding aversions to fruits and vegetables because of their texture. I referenced nutrition.about.com while answering this question.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening, everyone!

BH4BP #19 – Healthy Food: It’s Whats for Dinner!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:00:58 +0000

First off, I’d like to thank everyone for voting for me in the Podcast Awards. It was an honor being nominated as a finalist. I didn’t win, but there is always next year! Your votes were greatly appreciated!

Next, I jump right into the show. On last week’s show, I talked about ways that you could eat a healthy lunch, despite your busy schedule. This week I concentrate on preparing healthy dinners. Dinner tends to be the biggest and most important meal of the day for many people. That is why it is so important to eat a healthy meal that is not full of sodium, fat and cholesterol. In this show, I help you find ways to prepare a healthy dinner. I discuss ways you can reduce your intake of sodium, sugar and fat while increasing your intake of vitamins, minerals and fiber.

Some references I used in the research for this show are Fitday.com and Mayo Clinic.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #18 – So, What’s For Lunch?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:00:29 +0000

We all know the importance of eating a healthy breakfast. How about a healthy lunch? For most of us, lunch is something that we quickly eat during our busy workday. A lot of the items that we choose for lunch might not be the healthiest for our bodies. In this show, I help you find ways to eat a healthier lunch during your busy workday. I talk about sandwiches, salads and fast food.

Some references I used in the research for this show are answers.com and caloriecount.about.com.

I end the show with a question from HR Meadors regarding energy drinks and their effect on our bodies. Mayo Clinic was used as a reference to answer this question.

I would like to take this opportunity to say a few thank yous!

I want to thank Claire Evans for giving me an opportunity to write an article for her blog, Living With Chronic Epstein Barr. I wrote an article for her about dealing with insomnia.

I also want to thank Emily Hill, for featuring my website on her blog for October 28, 2008. Her website is called Freshly Baked by georgie tee.

Also, a big thank you to Bill Palmer for featuring my article, iPhone Health Apps on the cover of iProng Magazine.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #17 – To Supplement or Not to Supplement, That is the Question!

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 15:00:41 +0000

Have you ever wondered whether you should take a dietary supplement and whether it is as effective as eating the food itself? This show is dedicated to discussing the issue of whether a pill a day can turn a poor diet into a healthy one. I talk about eight types of dietary supplements: Multivitamins, meal replacements, calcium, B vitamins, vitamin C, glucosamine and chondroitin, vitamin D and fish oil.

Some references used in the research of this show were WebMD, Santa Barbara Diabetes Research Center, Medicine College of Wisconsin, Medicinenet and Wikipedia.

I end the show with a question from Lauren regarding sweet tooth cravings and how to combat them. I reference US News to aid me in answering this question.

One more week left of voting in the Podcast Awards! Voting ends on November 6th. If you like the show, please head on over to podcastawards.com and vote daily. Thanks for your support!

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #16 – Diet Myths and Podcast Award Finalist

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 14:30:55 +0000

First off, I want to start the show off by making a big announcement. Being Healthy for Busy People is a Podcast Award Finalist under the health category. Voting begins today and continues until November 6th. You will be able to vote daily. So, please head on over to podcastawards.com to vote for this podcast. Thank you so much for your support!

Next, I jump right into the show. A lot of us are trying to lose weight and are looking for ways to help us lose those excess pounds. But, some of the things that we believe are helpful, actually don’t work at all. In this show, I discuss 15 common myths related to weight loss in depth. Some references that I used were webmd.com and abclocal.go.com.

For those of you that want to hear a little different side of me or who want to listen to a great personal podcast, I was interviewed on Tuesday, October 14th by Erk for the Erk Pod podcast. I really enjoyed being on the show and had a fun time being interviewed by Erk and discussing health issues with him. A couple of times we had a little trouble understanding each other because of Skype, but it is a really good listen. For anyone who is interested I recommend you check it out at erkpod.com.au.

Finally, if you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. For those of you that have already, thank you so much!. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #15 – Trouble Sleeping?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 14:30:56 +0000

Many of us have trouble getting a good night’s sleep and suffer from insomnia. In this show, I discuss in depth why sleep is important, how the sleep cycle works, the effects of being sleep deprived and the different levels of insomnia. I also go over causes of insomnia and what we can do to change our sleeping habits, so that we get a good night’s rest. Some references I used were webmd.com, 4woman.gov and Wikipedia.

I end the show with a question from Jennifer regarding the salt content in sports drinks or electrolyte replacement drinks.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #14 – Exercise Motivation and Injury Prevention

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:00:09 +0000

Why is it so hard for many of us to get motivated to exercise? In this week’s show, I explore that question in great depth. I discuss what motivation is, how attitude plays a role and what you can do to achieve a successful long-term exercise program.

Next, I move on to talking about the importance of preventing injuries when exercising. I give eight tips that will help protect or reduce your chances of getting injured. Even veteran exercisers can get injured when they forget to follow these general guidelines.

I end the show with a question from Kimberly regarding ways to get rid of love handles.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #13 – A Look Into the World of Tea

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:30:30 +0000

This show sponsored by: New Mexico Tea Company

This show is dedicated to the wonderful world of tea. After water, tea is the most widely consumed beverage around the world. In this show, I discuss in great depth the four main “true” teas: White tea, Green tea, Oolong tea and Black tea. They are called true teas because they are all harvested from the same tea plant, Camilla Sinensis whereas other teas aren’t.

I go over where these teas are mainly produced, how they are processed, what they taste like, some of their varieties and how to make a perfect cup of that tea. I also lightly touch on how herbal teas differ from true teas. Some references that I used were Wikipedia, about.com and oolongtea.org.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some good exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #12 – Can the South Beach Diet Work for You?

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:00:17 +0000

The South Beach Diet is a very popular diet developed by Dr. Arthur Agatston, a Miami cardiologist. In this show I discuss whether this diet actually works. Like all fad diets, this diet is not perfect and it may not be for everyone. I will go over what the diet entails and the pros and cons of the South Beach Diet. Some references that I used were medterms.com, mayoclinic.com, Wikipedia and southbeachdiet.com.

I end the show by addressing some questions from Beth from NY and HR Meadors from Seattle.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some nice exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #11 – Chocolate and Eating On a Budget

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:45:28 +0000

This week, I start the show discussing chocolate and why it is so irresistible. Then, I go over the different varieties of chocolate and their makeups. I tell you which chocolate is best to consume and why. Some references that I used were Mayo Clinic and Wikipedia.

I end the show by addressing a question by Dawn on how to eat healthier more cheaply. I go over 10 tips on how you can eat healthy on a budget. If you want to learn more ways to save money, please check out my personal finance podcast Millionaire or Bust.

If you like the show, please head on over to iTunes and give me a nice review. It’s a great way to give me some nice exposure and can help me get more listeners. Thanks for listening everyone!

BH4BP #10 – Wii Fit and Breakfast

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 18:45:09 +0000

This week, I start off the show by discussing whether the Wii Fit can actually get you fit. The Wii Fit is an exercise video game made by Nintendo for the Wii console. I go over what the Wii fit entails: the equipment used, what is measured and the exercise options available. Then I delve into the advantages and disadvantages of this game by referencing a review done by CNET on the Wii Fit.

Next, I move on to talking about the importance of eating breakfast. Since you are busy, I give you six tips to make your mornings easier, so that you are able to include breakfast in your morning routine.

I end the show with a comment from Dave and a mention of my guest post on Mark Salinas’ Healthy Living Today website.

BH4BP #9 – Lattes, Mochas, Drip Coffee and Tea

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:45:40 +0000

This week, I start off the show by discussing what your best drink option is at your local coffee shop. I go over the advantages and disadvantages of lattes, mochas, drip coffees and teas. I go over the calorie content of each drink and why some drinks might be better for you then others. Some references that I used are calorie-count.com and web.md.

I end the show by addressing some questions from Kimberly from Oregon, Rednikki from California and Kim from Michigan.

BH4BP #8 – Artificial Sweeteners, Sugar and Honey

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:45:37 +0000

I start the show with a positive news update. In California, they are thinking of passing a bill restricting Bisphenol A in all products geared for children three years and younger. Also, Wal-Mart and Toys R Us announced that they will stop selling baby bottles made with Bisphenol A by next year. Check out the montereyherald.com article for more details about the passing of this bill.

Then I head into the meat of the show. I discuss which sweetener is the healthiest to use. I go over the advantages and disadvantages of Equal, Splenda, Sweet N Low, pure cane sugar, turbinado sugar and honey. I referenced articles from wikipedia.org (aspartame, saccharin, sugar), mysite.verizon.net, redicecreations.com and sweetpoison.com.

I end the show by addressing some questions asked by Beth from New York, related to stretching and headaches.

BH4BP #7 – Exercise Psychology, Salt and Coffee French Press

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:45:01 +0000

This week I start the show by discussing how exercise can have a positive effect on your mood. I talk about how neurotransmitters released in exercise can give us a sense of psychological well being. Exercise has been shown to combat depression, anxiety and insomnia. I mention some research findings that I found at www.balancelivingmag.com.

Next, I move on to talking about the negative effects of consuming too much salt in your diet. I also give a few tips on how you can decrease the amount of sodium in your food. I reference an article from www.mayoclinic.com.

I end the show by discussing how the coffee french press can actually raise your bad cholesterol (LDL) and how a drip coffee maker might be the better choice for your health. I reference an article from www.lime.com.

BH4BP #6 – Sunscreen, Food Journal and Cigarette Smoke

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:00:51 +0000

As promised on show #5, I start this week’s show discussing some abdominal exercises that you can do in the comfort of your own home. I look at the traditional crunch, the bicycle crunch and the abdominal crunch on the exercise ball.

Then I head into the meat of the show by talking about whether sunscreens actually protect us from harmful UV radiation. I reference articles from Wikipedia, Environmental Working Group and lawsuitsearch.com.

After that I go into discussing the importance of food journals for individuals looking to lose weight and/or incorporate healthier eating habits. Food journals are tools that help you make a habit of thinking about what you eat before you eat it.

I end the show by discussing how smoking adversely affects your health. To illustrate my point, I mention some smoking statistics that I found on hubpages.com and quitsmoking.com.

BH4BP #5 – Flat Belly Diet and Losing Belly Fat

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:00:52 +0000

I start the show by giving you an update on trans fatty acids. On July 26, 2008 California became the first state to ban trans fats in restaurant. For more information, be sure to check out the nytimes.com.

Then I head into the meat of the show and discuss a new popular fad diet, called the Flat Belly Diet. This diet was created by the editors of Prevention Magazine. I cover an article from medicine.net that discusses the advantages and disadvantages of this diet.

Finally, I end the show by analyzing an article from webmd.com that looks at ways to lose belly fat.

BH4BP #4 – Creating an Active Lifestyle and Diet Pills

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:00:56 +0000

This week I talk about how to be more active while at home, work or on vacation. I discuss ways to incorporate exercise into your daily routine without every having to step into the gym.

In the second portion, I discuss the effectiveness of diet pills. I reference an article from msnbc.com that covers diet pills.

BH4BP #3 – Job Stress and Debt Stress

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:00:04 +0000

In this week’s show, I concentrate on the topic of stress, especially related to work and being in debt. I start off discussing what stress is and how it can be damaging to our bodies. I reference an article from the American Institute of Stress when talking about this topic.

Then I jump into my next topic related to stress, which is how to manage stress on the job. I look at an article from helpguide.org about stress management.

Finally, I conclude the show by looking at an article from msnbc.com related to how debt stress can affect your health. I recommend people who have debt listen to another great podcast called Millionaire or Bust to help them find ways to decrease or get rid of their debt, because no debt is synonymous with less stress and better health.

BH4BP #2 – Trans Fats, Longevity & Exercise in Hot Weather

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 19:00:35 +0000

In this week’s main topic I look at partially hydrogenated oils, also known as trans fats. I discuss why they are bad for you and what food products to stay away from. I look at two articles related to this topic, one from webmd.com and the other from recoverymedicine.com .

After that, I discuss a very interesting article from msnbc.com called the “Secret to Long Life”. I talk about how having a healthy lifestyle increases your chances of having a long life.

Finally, I end the show with six tips about exercising in hot weather from a health.yahoo.com article.

BH4BP #1 – Intro, Workplace Eating & 180lbs Lost

Talli van Sunder — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:00:34 +0000

This first show starts with an overall synopsis of what this podcast is all about and how it can benefit you. Then I go through the challenges of being healthy and how it is important to incorporate healthier habits into your daily routine.

After that I jump into the meat of the show and discuss the article “Overeating On The Job” from hotjobs.yahoo.com. This article talks about six ways to combat unhealthy items in the workplace environment.

Finally, I look at the article “Student Loses 180 Pounds” from cnn.com. I discuss how this student, Brandon Hollas, lost the weight and how he has become inspirational to others looking to change their lifestyle to a healthier one.

Being Healthy for Busy People Promo

Talli van Sunder — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 19:53:24 +0000

For those of you looking to improve your health, but finding it difficult to find the time to fit healthier habits into your day, this is the podcast for you.

Talli will be bringing you health tips, news, motivation and ways to fit being healthy into your busy schedule.

If you want to feature this promo in your podcast, please do.

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