7.08.2005 rate your health: good
what kind of exercise works for you and why: walking, swimming, core strengthening on the ball, i do like to walk with my
husband but he's quiet like me
been able to improve your health through diet: i've been able to lower my blood sugars by eliminating white carbs, eating 5+
fruits and veggies per day, and decreasing the amount of fatty meats I eat. I
also try not to eat after 8pm every nighto
anything else you would like to share: no
what form of diet and exercise would you recommend: yoga, pilates, swimming, walking, hiking
health problems if any: diabetes and obesity
-- Anne
5.31.2005 rate your health: average
what kind of exercise works for you and why: anything would work because i nned to get into shape
been able to improve your health through diet: no
anything else you would like to share: im lazy but i have potential. i also give in to food cravings
what form of diet and exercise would you recommend: none
health problems if any: allergies to animals and peanuts, asthma
3.28.2005 rate your health: average
what kind of exercise works for you and why: hard work-outs, I love weight-lifting but running hard seems to get the weight
off
been able to improve your health through diet: I take flax and evening primose oil for my eczema and for my hormone issues,
also cutting back on grains and sugars makes a world of difference
anything else you would like to share:I won't be able to truly make a transformation until I kick the smoking habit
what form of diet and exercise would you recommend: I'm working with Dr. Joseph Mercola's Total Health Cookbook right now. It seems to fit my needs.
health problems if any: overweight, smoker, eczema, irregular menstruation
-- Amy
3.09.2005 rate your health: excellent
what kind of exercise works for you and why: Yoga, weights, cycling,swimming
been able to improve your health through diet: yes I usually only eat once per day (dinner) though I might snack some during the workday. For lunch, I go to the YMCA every weekday. I do YOGA 2-3 times per week at lunch, cycling twice a week at lunch and weights once per week. At 50 years old, it keeps me thin, muscular, flexible and young.
anything else you would like to share: Swimming laps is the best way to stay trim and muscular. It works all parts of
the body.
what form of diet and exercise would you recommend: YOGA is wonderful. You often dont realize there are others in the room (other
than the Instuctor). You can think about anything or nothing while exercising to
relaxing music or sounds.
health problems if any: hi blood pressure
-- Max
1.19.2005 rate your health: poor
what kind of exercise works for you and why: Yoga suits me best, but it is difficult to keep at it.
been able to improve your health through diet: I've lost 20 lb in the last year by focussing on whole, natural, organic foods
and reducing sugar and foods with lots of chemicals in them.
anything else you would like to share: I will dissociate very easily when stressed and spent most of my childhood
dissociated because of the stressful home environment I was in. I am an
INFP.
what form of diet and exercise would you recommend: Definitely yoga, but be prepared to deal with old emotional issues if you really
get into it. At the 3 or 4 month mark of doing yoga twice weekly, I spent
several end-of-class relaxation with tears pouring down my cheeks. For
psychotherapy I recommend a bioenergetic approach or gestalt therapy.
health problems if any: allergies, frequent colds, muscle pain, fatigue
-- Tina
12.05.2004 rate your health: average
what kind of exercise works for you and why: yoga, pilates, swimming, running.
been able to improve your health through diet: vegetarian diet
anything else you would like to share: n/a
what form of diet and exercise would you recommend: yoga, pilates, running in the countryside, walking, swimming
health problems if any: depression, anxiety,stomachheadaches, tension, backache, shoulder aches,
sleplessness- ulcers (in the past)
-- Jacqui Brewster (UK)
10.20.2004 rate your health: good
what kind of exercise works for you and why: yoga - it makes me calm, grounded, and give me silent time. also, it makes my muscles strong. i also like to stretch and dance gently because i am grouchy if my muscles and body don't feel fluid. i like long walks in the city or countryside, where there is plenty to look at, to build my endurance. i like to walk alone, but for peace of mind i like my partner with me when the area is not safe.
been able to improve your health through diet: yes! i eat mostly organic foods, i avoid refined sugar, and i eat a balanced diet. i was raised italian, and as someone who doesn't eat cow, i didn't get enough protein. i added in legumes, lots of fish, organic chicken and eggs, and i feel great. keeping my blood sugar balances helps a lot with avoiding the drained/overstimulated feeling i get when out and about sometimes.
anything else you would like to share: figure out your natural rhythms and honor them. its ok to look at self-help books, talk to others, and listen to your medical professional. but deep down, YOU know what's right for you, and that's what you need to do for your own optimum health.
what form of diet and exercise would you recommend: i recommend anything that makes you feel good emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
health problems if any: in the past i suffered from allergies, asthma, chronic fatigue etc.. i healed almost all of them when i started to recognize that i am not like my extroverted family and i need to take the space i need for me.
-- JoAnna
