Based on USDA data, Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon has 50 percent less fat than pork bacon, so you can enjoy a wholesome breakfast any day of the week.  For more delicious recipes, visit www.kraftrecipes.com.   

(Family Features) When it comes to helping people get into shape, no one does it better than health and fitness expert, Denise Austin.  She has simple advice that makes a big difference when it comes to making smart decisions about food and fitness.

 Here are five of her best-kept secrets:





 

 1. Breakfast Is Best. Consider incorporating smart substitutes at meal times, especially breakfast. Start the day with a delicious twist to bacon – try turkey bacon, which has loads of flavor with less fat. Austin recommends turkey bacon with at least 50 percent less fat than pork bacon, such as Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon (based on USDA data). “It’s one of the most flavorful alternatives I’ve discovered, so it’s a terrific option for anyone who doesn’t want to sacrifice great taste.” One of her go-to morning pick-me-ups is a quick and easy turkey bacon breakfast sandwich.

 2. Hire A Workout Spy. E-mail your workout log to a supportive friend every week and you’ll be more likely to stick with your exercise program.  

 3. Girl’s Night IN Is Good For You. There’s a new excuse for girls’ night. Research from the Harvard Medical School shows that women who maintain close ties with their gal-pals enjoy such health benefits as lower blood pressure, increased immunity, and even longer life expectancy. So get the gals together at least once a week for some good food and good fun! For extra sizzle, try a new recipe each time – like the Turkey Cobb Lettuce Wraps with Turkey Bacon or other delicious suggestions on www.kraftrecipes.com.

 4. Be A Kid Again. Mix up your workout routine by jumping rope to get your blood pumping and oxygen flowing. To be a jump rope pro, stay light on your feet and do small jumps in place. Pump it up by shifting your weight from your right foot to the left while you circle your arms. For a real challenge, jump with both feet together and crisscross your arms in front.

 5. Helping Others Can Help You, Too.  According to a study by the Corporation for National and Community Service, people achieve a higher level of mental and physical health by helping others. Join the Oscar Mayer Good Mood Mission, www.goodmoodmission.com, to share your good mood and learn how America has helped donate 3 million pounds of food to Feeding America.

 
Grab-and-Go Breakfast Sandwich

Prep Time: 5 min

Total Time: 10 min

Makes: 1 serving

 

1/4       cup cholesterol-free egg product

1          English muffin, split, toasted

1          Kraft 2% Milk Sharp Cheddar Singles

1          slice Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon, cooked, cut crosswise in half

Cook egg product in skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 3 minutes or until set, stirring occasionally.

Spoon onto muffin half; cover with cheese, bacon and remaining muffin half.

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  The holidays should be a time of joy, good cheer and high hopes for the upcoming new year. However, after the gift shopping, holiday decorating, and family get-togethers are done, many people are often left with elevated levels of stress or depression this time of the year.

The holidays are also a time when people feel the loss of a loved one more sharply. Even the memory of a traumatic event, such as a serious illness, can dampen one’s holiday spirits. Older adults, for example, may feel isolated or forgotten, as the season reminds them of happier times.

Whatever the reason, there are strategies that we can use to fight holiday depression.

 The health care professionals at Christ Hospital offer the following suggestions to help ease the stress in the midst of this holiday season:

 Make a list and prioritize the activities that are important to you.

•  Limit your alcohol consumption. Drinking too much can lead to uninhibited behavior, hangovers, and remorse, all of which can lead to depression.
•  Make an active effort not to worry too much or get bogged down with details.
•  Avoid overeating and get enough rest. Though it may be hard to do, the benefits of both are obvious.
• Play games to keep your brain sharp. There are many different kinds of games — such as trivia, memory and math — and skill levels to suit all kinds of people. Games can also be a fun way to spend time with others.
•  Increase your physical activity. Go for walks at safe and warm locations, such as the mall, which will help improve lower body strength, maintain mobility and help prevent cognitive decline. Being active increases your endorphins, which decreases stress levels.
•  Spend time with supportive and caring people. These kinds of social connections are good for your emotional well-being.
•  Laugh a lot. Laughing increases circulation, immune system defenses and mental function. As the saying goes, laughter often is the best medicine.
•  Remember to take some time for yourself. Do the things that you enjoy, such as reading a book or listening to music.

 For more information about depression, anxiety, and substance dependence, please call Christ Hospital’s Department of Behavioral Health Services at (201) 795-8375.

 

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New Jersey Life Magazine will launch its premiere issue of  New Jersey Life Health + Beauty next year, starting in February / March.

For the past 11 years, New Jersey Life has been the authoritative source for the urbane tastes of our state’s most affluent readers, and Health + Beauty evolved from NJL’s popular “Mind, Body Spirit” Column.

With the expertise of an Advisory Board composed of the state’s top medical professionals, this service -oriented publication answers many of the tough health questions that women face today and five them concise tips on how to improve their overall well-being.

Health + Beauty is a unique regional publication that showcases top products and services in true New Jersey Life style: among stunning photography and articles written by top experts. It will be distributed to 30,000 NJL subscribers as well as in major spas, salons, fitness centers, and doctors’ offices throughout the state.
For more information, contact Jennifer Vreeland Mc Dermott, Editor in Chief, 609. 397.6340 Or Jennifer@newjerseylife.com

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The photo which appeared on page 194 seems to have proven what women have known all the long- and Madison Avenue in the past has refused to convey  – Women come in all shapes, colors, and sizes.

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