NCHPAD NEWS: August 2014
Volume 13, Issue 8
A monthly publication of NCHPAD - the NATIONAL CENTER on HEALTH, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY and DISABILITY http://www.nchpad.org.
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Nutrition Spotlight: Women's Nutrition
Training Corner: A Proactive Approach to Inclusive Fitness
Kids Korner: Health Benefits of Breastfeeding and Immunization
FITT Column: Stress
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates & Upcoming Events
Nutrition Spotlight: Women's Nutrition
We have all heard some version of the saying that a healthy diet is necessary for a healthy life. However, good nutrition is not simply one-size-fits-all. This month's Nutrition Spotlight investigates specific nutritional needs of women across the lifespan.
To read the full article and learn new strategies for maximizing female nutritional choices, click here.
Training Corner: A Proactive Approach to Inclusive Fitness
Nearly every resource on our website points out the importance of physical activity and exercise in establishing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This month's Training Corner takes this concept a step further, identifying specific barriers that may keep you from exercising and providing several resources and strategies, including our new Discover Accessible Fitness guide, to help you start!
To read the full article, click here.
Kids Korner: Health Benefits of Breastfeeding and Immunization
Parents face several decisions in setting their newborns and young children on the path to a healthy life. August serves as the official awareness month for two health acts that can be incredibly beneficial: breastfeeding and immunization.
To read the full article and learn more about both of these health topics, click here.
FITT Column: Stress
Somedays, it really does feel like stress is everywhere. Stress can negatively impact all facets of life if it is not carefully monitored and managed. This FITT Column will help you learn more about stress, its causes, and how best to cope with and even eliminate it.
To read the full article, click here.
From the Information Specialists' Desks: Updates & Upcoming Events