Archive for March 9th, 2007

Posted on March 9th, 2007 by by SaneFitness

Hepatitis may be spread by perspiration

Recent studies of Olympic wrestlers have found that the hepatitis B virus is found in the sweat of infected people.
It has been theorized that bleeding injurues and mucous membranes may transmit hepatitis B during contact sports, but there had never been a study done to see if sweat carries the virus.
Looking at these results, I [...]

Posted on March 9th, 2007 by by SaneFitness

Change jobs, change your health

For some people, becoming their own boss is a component of a healthier lifestyle. Let’s face it, having a rotten boss or a rotten job can definitely add stress to your life, and that kind of stress can be greatly relieved if you work for yourself.
If you’ve ever considered starting a consulting business then you [...]

Posted on March 9th, 2007 by by SaneFitness

Is styrofoam dangerous to use?

According to the article on this blog, it says that when you put a hot food or beverage into a styrofoam container, then minute particles of styrofoam leak into the food or liquid.
The article is very well written and uses a rapier wit to get its point across. I would definitely suggest that everyone take [...]

Posted on March 9th, 2007 by by SaneFitness

World Adult Kickball Association

Remember how much fun you had in school playing kickball? There’s a group of adults that are continuing on the fun tradition and want kickball to become the new American Pastime.
To me, a game of kickball could be a terrific experience and I think a person would get more exercise if they’re participating in an [...]

Posted on March 9th, 2007 by by SaneFitness

I feel so sad for her

I saw this article about this morbidly obese teen girl in the U.K., and it breaks my heart. First of all, why did her parents allow her story to be publicized in this manner? Did her parents think that shame would be a good motivator to help her lose weight?
It’s one thing to be an [...]

Posted on March 9th, 2007 by by SaneFitness

Xylitol poisonous to dogs

I saw on the news that a dog ate several pieces of gum containing Xylitol and nearly died. As a matter of fact, if his owner hadn’t been home at the time to rush him to the vet, Sunny would not have survived.
I hope everyone passes this on to everyone you know. Make sure you [...]

Posted on March 9th, 2007 by by SaneFitness

Coconut oil may aid weight loss?

I found this last night quite by accident. I was trying to find more information on lauric acid and coconut milk. The article clearly explains the theory behind coconut oil facilitating weight loss, although I don’t know how many studies have been done. I just wanted to post this link before I forgot it. I [...]