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Keep Holidays, Extra Calories, in Perspective

November 11th, 2012

If your house is like mine, you probably have a slice or two of Thanksgiving apple pie in your fridge. Heck, you might even have some Halloween candy stashed in your pantry, too. And here comes the holiday season. Before you know it, candy canes, homemade fudge and Christmas cookies will be sitting on the […]READ MORE

Halloween Candy: Time to Put that Bowl Away

November 11th, 2012

As you pack up your Halloween decorations, here’s something else you should put away: the candy bowl. Trust me, if it’s sitting on the kitchen island, eventually everyone is going to be tempted to open a pack of candy corn. And for many of us, one piece is not enough. It doesn’t matter that it’s […]READ MORE

School Physical Event in Virginia Beach CANCELED Tonight

October 10th, 2012

Our $10 high school athletic physical event scheduled for Virginia Beach this evening has been canceled due to inclement weather. We have no details on a rescheduled time yet. All In Motion clinics have been closed for the day. We will be calling patients to reschedule them for appointments later this week. Please stay safe […]READ MORE

Heartfelt Team Lean Weight Loss Challenge Testimonial

October 10th, 2012

This email has been in process in my mind for weeks now, but I wanted to finally get it down in print while the Team Lean Challenge is still in process. I’ll begin by saying that the Challenge has been life changing for me personally and for the ladies with whom I work out at […]READ MORE

Antioxidants in Tart Cherries May Help Reduce Arthritis Pain

October 10th, 2012

Millions of people who endure joint pain and arthritis may find some relief by eating tart cherries, according to research from Oregon Health & Science University. In a small study, researchers have found that drinking tart cherry juice twice daily for three weeks helped lower the inflammation for 20 women between the ages of 40 […]READ MORE

Tart Cherries Offer Sweet News for Arthritis Sufferers

October 10th, 2012

Millions of Americans who suffer from joint pain and arthritis may reduce their pain and inflammation by eating tart cherries, according to research from Oregon Health & Science University. Researchers have found that drinking tart cherry juice daily for three weeks helped reduce inflammation in a study of 20 women between the ages of 40 […]READ MORE

Another Reason to Exercise: It's Good for Your Brain

October 10rd, 2012

Exercise is an amazing thing. Not only does it help you lose weight and lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes, apparently it also keeps your brain in shape, too. In fact, it helps protect against brain shrinkage, which may lead to memory and thinking problems, according to a news release from the American […]READ MORE

Losing Sleep Alters Metabolism, Study Finds

October 10th, 2012

You might be able to function at work with as little as four or five hours of sleep. But your fat cells can’t. And that can really matter when it comes to losing weight or preventing obesity and diabetes. Here’s what researchers have found: not getting enough rest can alter your body’s fat calls, reducing their […]READ MORE

Moving Forward After a Breast Cancer Treatment Ends

October 10th, 2012

A diagnosis of breast cancer often leads to a proactive treatment plan that includes surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation and frequent doctor visits. The treatment can overwhelm and consume a patient’s life for months. But what happens when treatment ends? Experts have turned their attention to the needs of post-surgical, recovering breast cancer patients by developing […]READ MORE

Practicing Portion Control? Make Sure Leftovers Stay Safe to Eat

October 10th, 2012

Controlling the size of your portions is a great way to cut back on calories and lose weight, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Just make sure you properly store and reheat leftovers to avoid food poisoning. “Oftentimes our eyes are bigger than our stomachs,” said Melissa Joy Dobbins, a registered dietitian and […]READ MORE