Today's website that I love to visit is WebMD Symptom checker. Besides this function, the site also has many informative news articles about health, and getting heatlhy. But the symptom checker is an interactive point and click function that you can localize to what part of the body is ailing you. And then choose symptoms and narrow down possible issues or illnesses. Then once you choose what you think it might be that you have it tells you symptoms, how to heal/cure and when to see a doctor.
This is great for young and old alike. It does tell you when it is serious and go seek medical help. Use common sense though. If a bone is popping out your arm...you don't need a website to tell you that it is broken and you need medical assistance lol.
If you need medical advise or suggestions this site is great! They have doctors write articles and stories that they post to the site. The site also has diet and health suggestions, parenting and pregnancy help and much much more. Check out symptom checker and the rest of WebMD...it will be a great tool to use in every day life! Take care and be well~
http://symptoms.webmd.com/symptomchecker
Showing posts with label healthy options. Show all posts
Showing posts with label healthy options. Show all posts
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Sunday, July 31, 2011
What I like to day : Healthy Fast food options
Top Favorite: Taco Bell Fresco Menu, great taste, even better than regular Taco Bell items. Instead of Cheese they add pico de gallo, gives the item a zing.
My favorite is the fresco chrunchy taco. It is suprisingly lower points on my weight watchers than the soft taco. Plus you get the crunch factor. It is a must try! ( Quick and on the go food, also comes in chicken)
Cal: 150 Fat 7 Carb 13 Protein 7 Fiber 3. (ww pts 4)
http://www.drivethrudiet.com/
Another top choice:
Chick-Fil-A Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich
4g Fat 1g Saturated Fat 0g Trans Fat
55mg Cholesterol 1030mg Sodium 36g Carbohydrates
3g Fiber 9g Sugar 29g Protein
http://www.chick-fil-a.com/Food/Menu-Detail/ChickfilA-Chargrilled-Chicken-Sandwich
And lastly
Hope that helps and enjoy healthy options. More to come in future blogs.
My favorite is the fresco chrunchy taco. It is suprisingly lower points on my weight watchers than the soft taco. Plus you get the crunch factor. It is a must try! ( Quick and on the go food, also comes in chicken)
Cal: 150 Fat 7 Carb 13 Protein 7 Fiber 3. (ww pts 4)
http://www.drivethrudiet.com/
Another top choice:
Chick-Fil-A Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich
A boneless breast of chicken, marinated in special seasonings, grilled to perfection and served on a toasted Golden Wheat Bun with dill pickle chips, Green Leaf lettuce, and tomato. Served with 1 package of Honey Roasted BBQ Sauce. (cool thing about chick-fil-a site they have a meal calculator you can add up nutrition details) ww pts 7
290 Calories
http://www.chick-fil-a.com/Food/Menu-Detail/ChickfilA-Chargrilled-Chicken-Sandwich
And lastly
Tips for making healthy choices at fast food restaurants
- Make careful menu selections – pay attention to the descriptions on the menu. Dishes labeled deep-fried, pan-fried, basted, batter-dipped, breaded, creamy, crispy, scalloped, Alfredo, au gratin or in cream sauce are usually high in calories, unhealthy fats or sodium. Order items with more vegetables and choose leaner meats.
- Drink water with your meal. Soda is a huge source of hidden calories. One 32-oz Big Gulp with regular cola packs about 425 calories, so one Big Gulp can quickly gulp up a big portion of your daily calorie intake. Try adding a little lemon to your water or ordering unsweetened iced tea.
- “Undress” your food. When choosing items, be aware of calorie- and fat-packed salad dressings, spreads, cheese, sour cream, etc. For example, ask for a grilled chicken sandwich without the mayonnaise. You can ask for a packet of ketchup or mustard and add it yourself, controlling how much you put on your sandwich.
- Special order. Many menu items would be healthy if it weren't for the way they were prepared. Ask for your vegetables and main dishes to be served without the sauces. Ask for olive oil and vinegar for your salads or order the dressing "on the side" and spoon only a small amount on at a time. If your food is fried or cooked in oil or butter, ask to have it broiled or steamed.
- Eat mindfully. Pay attention to what you eat and savor each bite. Chew your food more thoroughly and avoid eating on the run. Being mindful also means stopping before you are full. It takes time for our bodies to register that we have eaten. Mindful eating relaxes you, so you digest better, and makes you feel more satisfied
Hope that helps and enjoy healthy options. More to come in future blogs.
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