Healthy Living Tips
In this section, fellow Alpha Gams will share a wealth of information concerning nutrition, exercise and more that will help all sisters in our quest to "Defeat Diabetes One Step at a Time." Check back often, as new tips will appear twice monthly!
Nutrition/Dietetics
Another reason to eat your fruits and vegetables! In addition to containing phytochemicals, eating more fruits and vegetables can help control your weight because they are low in calories, aid in controlling your blood sugar by slowing absorption of sugar into your bloodstream and , due to their fiber content, help to prevent constipation! So, take a healthy step by adding fruits and vegetables to your daily routine.
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Jane Fucik Allendorph, Philanthropy Committee Member, is an initiate of Beta Xi Chapter at Purdue University and a registered dietician.
Healthy Eating
Snacking is fine, if you keep it within limits. Go for snacks of about 100 calories or less. Healthy options are fat-free Jello pudding snacks (1 cup = 90 calories), cups of unsweetened applesauce (1 cup = 50 calories), or Orville Redenbacher’s smart pop mini bag (1 mini bag = 100 calories).
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Penny Yocum Edmondson, Philanthropy Committee Chairman, is an initiate of Beta Xi Chapter at Purdue University and a nutrition and wellness teacher.
Exercise
Disclaimer: Before beginning any exercise routine, be sure to check with your doctor.
When exercising regularly, it’s important to pay attention to your body, especially if you begin to experience significant or unusual pain. Training too excessively or intensely can damage your body, and poor body mechanics like muscle strength imbalance or muscle inflexibility may increase the chance of injury. Be sure to check with your doctor if pain, stiffness or any general uncomfortable feeling arises. Exercise is vital for healthy living, but at the same time, its imperative to listen to what your body might be telling you.
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Mary Kay Price, Philanthropy Committee Member, is an initiate of Beta Delta Chapter at Indiana University.
Events and Activities
Summer is a great time for a trip to the zoo or doing some sightseeing. There is plenty to see while you accumulate your 10,000 steps/day. Added bonus if you take some kids, they are exercising as well and not sitting in front of the TV playing video games.
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Deanna Bogie Conaty, Philanthropy Committee Member, is an initiate of Gamma Omicron Chapter at Eastern Kentucky University.
