Each year, millions of people die from lung cancer related to smoking. Despite the public knowledge, this fact continues to be true. Instead of taking the typical (and very sad) approach of telling you how it can hurt you and those closest to you, we’d like to highlight a new place of pain, your pocketbook. A complaint we often hear about smoking cessation drugs we recommend is that their price tag is to high. Chantix, Nicotine gum, patches, and fake cigarettes can all cost a pretty penny. That being said, so does the smoking habit for chronic offenders. Let’s look at the yearly cost for a pack a day smoker. For the purposes of this article, we’ll assume a cost of $4.50 per pack. Take that times 365 days and you’re at $1,642.50! $1,642.50 saved every year is a significant … Continue reading
Its that time of the year once again! The holidays are finishing up and grand plans for 2010 are forming. So now that the big gatherings with lots of less than healthy, high calorie food are drawing to an end, lets look at our top five tips to make 2010 your best year yet! 1. Exercise regularly! Regular exercise can have many benefits. Some are cosmetic while others are physical. Although different outcomes motivate people, the important thing is that you develop a plan and stick to it! If you don’t exercise regularly, start slow. If you do, increase your cardio workout a few minutes each day. Slow and steady wins this race! 2. Get plenty of rest! Rest is essential for your body to rejuvenate itself, and keep your immune system strong. During the winter months when cold and flu are more … Continue reading
