Posted on: 18th Aug 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
With many families stuck at home juggling working remotely, homeschooling and trying to keep everyone happy and healthy, it can be easy to let an otherwise active lifestyle fall by the wayside. Regardless of age, being physically active provides numerous health benefits. The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity for adults each week, and 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity for kids between the ages of 6-17 each day. Finding ways to move daily... View Article
Tags: #ColoradoMetro, Back to school, Coronavirus, COVID-19, COVID-19 Virus, denver, Denver Metro, exercise, health, Kids
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Posted on: 25th Feb 2020 | Posted in: Health Library
One of the great myths of healthy eating is that it’s expensive. Making healthier choices can actually save you money when you know how to shop smart. To help encourage healthier communities, the American Heart Association and Aramark have simple tips to keep in mind as you seek out affordable, nutritious and tasty food options for your family: Shop with a plan in mind. Taking a list to the store helps limit impulse purchases, but it’s OK to make smart... View Article
Tags: bloodpressure, Denver Metro, exercise, health, healthyeating
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Posted on: 23rd Jan 2020 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness, Health Library
5 tips to maintain overall wellbeing While family history and age cannot be changed, there are everyday steps men can follow to take charge of their health, including prostate health, and maybe even prevent problems down the road. Consider these tips to help lead a healthier lifestyle. Get checked out regularly. Just because you’re healthy doesn’t mean you should eschew routine checkups, and that includes self-examinations. While regular visits to your health care provider can keep you up-to-date on preventative... View Article
Tags: awareness, bloodpressure, colorado, denver, Denver Metro, exercise, health, newwestphysicians
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Posted on: 21st Nov 2019 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness, Health Library
Fitting in time to exercise and eat sensible meals can be impractical, if not impossible, when the demands of daily life get in the way. If busy days limit your ability to live as healthy of a lifestyle as you desire, take charge by squeezing in fitness and smart snacking when and where you can. Sneak in some exercise. Even on days you can’t make it to the gym, you can find ways to get your body moving. Forego the... View Article
Tags: denver, Denver Metro, exercise, health, Healthy Food, sleep
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Posted on: 23rd Apr 2019 | Posted in: Health Library, News
New West Physicians is a proud sponsor of the Expect Miracles 5K Fun Run to benefit the Beyond Batten Disease Foundation. On January 3rd, 2018, Cecilia and Lilly were diagnosed with CLN3 Batten Disease. Batten disease is a neurodegenerative disorder. There is no treatment, there is no cure, it is fatal. It is usually first diagnosed with vision loss. Eventually, they will develop seizures around age 9. Dementia symptoms including mood and behavior changes will present. Their muscles will weaken to the... View Article
Tags: 5k Run, denver, exercise
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Posted on: 05th Mar 2019 | Posted in: Health Library
3 Tips for a Successful 2019 and Beyond The demands of today’s always-connected culture can make finding balance in life nearly impossible. Between work, school and extracurricular activities, schedules can be crazy, and setting aside time to exercise is often difficult. For Performance Enhancement Specialist Emily Hutchins, balance is key to seeing hard work turn into lifelong, healthy habits. “Whether my clients are striving to lose those last couple pounds or completing their 100th marathon, the most important thing to me... View Article
Tags: colorado, denver, exercise, health
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Posted on: 13th Dec 2018 | Posted in: Health Library
5 Ways to Find Your Morning Workout Motivation For many people, hitting the gym in the morning leaves less time for excuses or interferences. However, finding the motivation to get up and work out first thing can be a huge hurdle. If you’re looking to make your early workout successful and one you’ll actually stick with, consider these tips: Get Out of Bed, No Matter What – Making the first move may be the hardest part. Try setting two... View Article
Tags: denver, exercise, New West Physicians, winter fitness, winter weather health
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Posted on: 22nd Feb 2018 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness, Health Library
Staying healthy can be a challenge, especially for those living with diabetes. Everyone can have conflicts finding the right balance of partaking in healthy habits, such as exercise, eating well and even keeping your teeth and gums clean. From stress to self-care, life can be up and down when you’re living with diabetes. These seven tips from Dr. Natalie Strand, the winner of season 17 of “The Amazing Race” who lives with diabetes herself, can help you stay healthy and... View Article
Tags: behavioralhealth, denver, diabetes, exercise, newwestphysicians
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Posted on: 20th Dec 2016 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
The holiday season is upon us once again and it’s time to reconnect with family and friends or take a much-deserved vacation. Looking and feeling your best during the holidays is difficult enough at home, but poses tougher challenges when you travel. You need to find the motivation to stay healthy and make healthy decisions during your time away. The journey can take a toll on your health with the stress of traffic, flight delays, constant luggage, and those not-so-enthusiastic... View Article
Tags: denver, exercise, fitness, health, healthyeating, holiday meals, holiday travel, newwestphysicians
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Posted on: 06th Dec 2016 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
Know How to Safely Exercise Outside this Winter Frigid temps, overcast skies, snowflakes falling all indicate that old man winter has arrived. Get outdoors and enjoy that weather! Yes, almost everyone can safely work or exercise in cold weather. Scientists have suggested there is no temperature too low to exercise outdoors as long as you suit up to minimize cold-weather risks.Dressing in layers, protecting your hands and feet, and paying attention to the forecast can help you stay safe and... View Article
Tags: denver, exercise, frigid weather activity, frostbite, health, newwestphysicians, winter fitness
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Posted on: 22nd Nov 2016 | Posted in: General Health and Wellness
This stressful time of year affects even the healthiest of people between cold weather, short days, and the stress of holiday plans and obligations. If you encounter a painful rheumatoid arthritis flare-up during the holidays, it’s no wonder you may feel tempted to stay in bed all season long. A flare-up is categorized by pain, inflammation, stiffness, fatigue, and impaired physical function that can limit your ability to perform basic, everyday tasks. If not properly managed, rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups... View Article
Tags: arthritis flare-ups, denver, depression, exercise, health, healthyeating, holidays, newwestphysicians, Rheumatoid Arthritis
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