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diet and lifestyle
Need help getting off the couch or letting go of the french fries? Check out these diet and lifestyle tips from Dr. Stephanie Beling and our other lifestyle-oriented stories.
December 15, 2005
Getting a head start on Alzheimer's
So we've heard how higher education may prevent Alzheimer's, let's talk about predicting the disease. The Health Show's diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling is back and she's armed with a new report about how get the jump on symptoms of the disease.
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October 6, 2005
The heart-mouth connection
Hygienists may be doing even more good than we think towards our overall health. The Health Show's diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling is here with word that the condition of your oral health can go a long way towards predicting the state of your overall health, including your heart.
May 26, 2005
A few ways to reduce stress
Here's a shocking pronouncement: stress is bad for you. Here to explain just how bad, and maybe give a few common sense solutions, is The Health Show's diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
February 3, 2005
Getting a handle on stress
Stress has become one of the most commonly used words in our society. It's used as a reason, if not an excuse, for all sorts of unhealthy habits and patterns in our lives. Here with some ways to help us get a tighter reign on stress in our lives is our Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. She spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy.
December 17, 2004
Battling the holiday bulge
Between Thanksgiving Day and New Years Eve the holiday season offers us a feast of wonderful treats that, for the most part, aren't very good for us. Since there's not much chance of that changing anytime soon, we've invited The Health Show's diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling in to tell us how to get through the holidays with as little bulge as possible.
October 6, 2004
The water's fine... or is it?
With the cool days, and cooler nights, of Autumn upon us, the thought of slipping into a warm, soothing hot tub is pretty attractive. But before you take the plunge, be sure you keep health and safety in mind. Here to help is The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. Please Dr. Beling, please tell us it's okay to soak after a hard day of raking leaves, my back is begging you.
September 16, 2004
Grilling vs. barbecuing
Summer may be winding down but some of us are still trying to squeeze in a few more backyard barbecues before putting the grill away for the winter. But did you know that some health advocates say that there is danger in those Kingsfords? Here to talk about some of those potential problems is The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
August 12, 2004
Genetic testing for breast cancer
Each year, almost 200,000 American women learn they have breast cancer. Approximately 5 to 10 percent of these women have a hereditary form of the disease. Changes, called mutations, in certain genes make some women more susceptible to developing breast and other types of cancer. These alterations in the genes are involved in many cases of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer, and can be detected by genetic testing. Now, the question arises: who should get those tests and how serious is it if you are diagnosed as having the gene? Here to talk about this is our Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. She spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy about how great the risk of developing cancer is in people who have the gene.
July 22, 2004
Take some time off...
You might consider yourself a healthy person. You get check-ups, make sure to exercise and even eat your green leafies. But what about your recommended yearly intake of vacation? As The Health Show's Greg Dahlmann reports, vacation can be an important part of your health regimen.
July 22, 2004
But take it easy
Okay, so then we're all agreed that taking a vacation is a good thing for your health. Well, not so fast. A new survey, conducted by Harris Interactive, demonstrates that many vacationers take part in behavior that may increase the risk of a heart attack, which is the leading cause of vacation-related death. Here to talk about this study is Dr Karol Watson, Co-Director of Preventive Cardiology at UCLA's Center for Cholesterol and Hypertension Management.
July 1, 2004
Big meals and heart attacks
Eating a big meal can be rough on the digestive tract and according to a new study, it could also put you at a higher risk for a heart attack. Here to talk about this study is our Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. She spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy about how great the risk really is.
June 3, 2004
This mold house
Have you been feeling out of sorts lately, but can't explain why? Migraine? Upset stomach? Trouble focusing? You might be suffering from a mold allergy. Here to explain some of the problems associated with mold allergies is our Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. She spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy about some of the symptoms of mold allergies.
March 25, 2004
Conquering carb confusion
Low carbohydrate diets are all the rage these days. It seems everyone knows someone who's forgoing bread and pasta and potatoes... for steak, eggs and bacon. But suddenly come the warnings. We're eating too much, and the wrongs kinds, of fat. And could we be suffering from cutting out some of those carbohydrates? Joining us to clear up some of that carb confusion is our diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. She spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy.
February 26, 2004
Examining gender as a risk factor
Gender is one of the factors involved in determining risk for disease. But in some cases, there's a misperception about gender and risk. Two recent studies highlight some of those mis-perceptions. With us today to take a look at some of this new information is The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
January 8, 2004
Practical tips for successful resolutions
For many of us, New Year's resolutions involve a healthier diet. Here with some practical tips for success is The Health Show's diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
December 11, 2003
Healthy cold weather meals
With all the shopping and planning around the holidays, finding time to prepare healthy, home cooked meals may seem impossible. But Pam Anderson, author of "How To Cook Without A Book," says with just a few ingredients and a little time you and your family can enjoy healthy, hardy meals all year long. She joins us today with a few ideas.
November 26, 2003
Another reason to think hard about HRT
Doctors prescribing hormone replacement therapy have been paying a lot more attention to their patients' risk of heart disease. The Health Show's diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling says women with diabetes should especially keep that in mind when considering HRT.
November 6, 2003
Sleep is time well spent
Well, if you're feeling out of sorts, a little depressed, or maybe having trouble remembering things, the change of season may be responsible. Though, you might just need a good night's sleep. The Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling says sleep is a lot more valuable than many of us realize.
October 30, 2003
A look at the nutritional environment
Vending machines, drive-thrus, snack packs. If it seems like food is everywhere you look, you're probably right. And some experts are saying that may be a big part of America's obesity problem. Dr. Kelly Brownell is one. Dr. Brownell is Chairman of the Department of Psychology at Yale University and Director of the Yale Center for Eating and Weight Disorders. He spoke with The Health Show's Bob Barrett about what he calls a "toxic environment" for good nutrition.
additional info:
» Kelly Brownell is co-author of the book "Food Fight : The Inside Story of the Food Industry, America's Obesity Crisis, and What We Can Do About It".
October 30, 2003
Eating habits start early
A new study shows the poor eating habits we have as adults may start even earlier than we thought. With us today for a look at this news is someone who has done quite a bit of research into children's eating habits, diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
September 4, 2003
Building stronger, healthier bones
Want to build stronger, healthier bones? Our Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling says you need to get your daily dose of good vibrations.
August 28, 2003
Keep the bite out of the bark
They are known as humans' best friend, but according to the American Veterinary Medical Association they will bite more than four and a half million Americans this year -- and 60 percent of those will be children. So, how do we protect ourselves -- and our kids -- from the dog whose bite is worse than his bark? The Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling joins us today with some tips for keeping Fido out of the doghouse.
August 21, 2003
Separating the good fats from the bad
Time to talk about healthy eating again with diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. We've all been so busy trying to eliminate "bad fats" from our diets that we may forget that it's important to include some fats in our diets. Wait a second before you pick up that hot fudge sundae. Those are not the kind of fats we mean. We're talking about the Omega-3s.
July 31, 2003
Fire up the barbecue with clean food
So you've got your chicken, your burgers and your veggies all set for a delicious summer barbecue -- once considered one of the healthiest ways to cook. But, is it really? Joining us with some answers is the newest member of The Health Show's team of experts, chef and clean food advocate, Ric Orlando.
additional info:
» Check out Ric's restaurant, New World Home Cooking
June 19, 2003
Stay awake, stay alive
Summer means vacations, which for many of us means packing up the family truckster and heading off on a long summer road trip. And those long hours behind the wheel can make for some sleepy drivers. Diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling joins us today to head trouble off at the pass with a look at the dangers of drowsy driving and some tips to keep you alert on the road this summer.
June 12, 2003
Questions about second-hand smoke's impact
Few people dispute the health risks of smoking, but the dangers of second hand smoke are still being debated in some circles. The American Lung Association estimates over 3000 people die from the effects of second hand smoke every year, but a recent study disputes those numbers. For a look at the link between second had smoke and lung cancer we're joined today by The Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
June 5, 2003
Summer brings opportunity for healthy eating
Warm weather often prompts people to change their eating habits. People are less likely to eat big, heavy meals, but perhaps they're more likely to head to the ice cream stand. Still, summer is a great time to incorporate some healthy and delicious food in our diet and here with some tips on what's out there is The Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
May 15, 2003
Athletes using ephedra risk health
Keeping in shape and extending careers have made sports stars millions of dollars over the past few decades and the promise of those big pay-days cause some athletes to look for an added edge by taking dietary supplements containing ephedra. In February, Steve Bechler, a 23-year-old pitcher for The Baltimore Orioles baseball team collapsed from heatstroke and died after taking a weight-loss supplement made from ephedra. The Broward County Medical Examiner concluded that ephedra played a significant role in Bechler's death and urged Major League Baseball to join the National Football League, the NCAA and the International Olympic Committee and ban ephedra. Here to tell us more about this supplement is The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. Dr. Beling, just what is Ephedra?
May 8, 2003
Convincing kids to try new foods
If your dinner menu included nothing but hot dogs and pizza and peanut butter & jelly chances are you'd have little trouble getting the kids to eat. Sure, it's important that kids eat a variety of foods, but it can also be frustrating. Health Show nutritionist Anne Rogan has some tips to encourage adventurous eating in kids. Welcome back Anne. So, how do we get the kids to try new foods?
Health Show nutritionist Anne Rogan is a registered dietician and the Dean of the Division of Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Tourism at The State University of New York at Cobleskill
May 1, 2003
Pain tolerance may be linked to genetics
A new study suggests that our tolerance for pain is as much a part of our genetic make-up as height or eye color. And there really is a fine line between pain and pleasure. Here to talk about the study is The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
April 17, 2003
Lowering the risk of Alzheimer's
In addition to AIDS and SARS, researchers are hard at work in an effort to discover the key to Alzheimer's disease. New research shows that a healthier lifestyle can help prevent the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Joining us with details is The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. Stephanie, one of the last estimates I've seen shows about 4 million people are suffering from Alzheimer's in the US...
April 10, 2003
Super-sizing nutritional info
Would you buy that bacon double combo with fries if the calorie content and nutritional value were posted next to the price? New Yorkers may soon be facing such decisions. Newly proposed legislation would require fast food restaurants in the Empire State to post nutritional information exactly that way. The Health Show's Brian Shields reports on the legislation, which has drawn opposition from restaurant owners.
April 10, 2003
Discussion: fast food info
Mary talks with Health Show Diet and Lifestyle consultant Stephanie Beiling about fast food nutritional labels.
March 20, 2003
Exercise looking better and better
Exercise is an invaluable part of maintaining a healthy heart, but new information shows that value is much greater than we may have anticipated. Here with details on another link between exercise and cholesterol is The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling.
March 13, 2003
Using diet and exercise against stress
Dr. Farley touched on some ways you can adjust your attitude to handle the stress of our changing world, but what role do diet and exercise play in handling this stress? Diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling joins us with her tips for combating this very real stress.
February 20, 2003
Healthy eating never goes out of season
There's never a bad time to eat fresh fruits and vegetables...but in the middle of winter it's not that easy to get a hold of them. However The Health Show's Diet & Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling says it's important to remember healthy eating is never out of season....
February 13, 2003
Avoiding folly in the pursuit of fiber
While we're worried about keeping toxins off our dinner tables... most of us need to make sure there is more fiber on our menu. A recent study by The American Dietetic Association shows Americans are only getting half the recommended daily allowance of fiber. Trying to keep the right amount of fiber in our diet can sometimes be tricky....things aren't always what they seem. Here to help us is The Health Show's nutritionist Dr. Anne Rogan. Dr. Rogan years ago if you went out to buy a loaf of bread you pretty much had three choices: white, wheat or rye...but now there are whole aisles of choices, what should we be looking for?
additional info:
»Anne Rogan is a registered dietician and the Dean of the Division of Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Tourism at the State University of New York at Cobelskill.
January 30, 2003
Preventing medical errors
Perhaps one of the reasons for the growing popularity of concierge type practices is the fear of medical errors. Medical errors contribute to thousands of deaths each year in this country. How can we protect ourselves? The Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling is here with some suggestions. Dr. Stephanie, what can a patient do to help cut down the risk of errors....?
January 24, 2003
Good mood food
Now I always heard that turning to food to boost your mood was not a good thing, but diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling says there are good mood foods...that are good for you, too!
January 2, 2003
Resolving to eat better
A healthy diet is the best way to keep that New Year's resolution to shed pounds. Here to talk about the best ways to succeed is the Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling. Dr. Stephanie trying to lose weight is still the number one resolution...
January 2, 2003
The Galloping Gourmet rides on
Want to put those healthy eating tips into action for the new year. Well the Galloping Gourmet has returned ...and just in time. TV chef Graham Kerr has developed a healthy and delicious menu that he hopes will bring people back to the table. He spoke with The Health Show's Joe Donahue about some of the healthy and creative alternatives to our favorite comfort foods and the pleasure and value of eating simple foods...
December 19, 2002
Smallpox immunizations
The debate over smallpox vaccinations in the United States has heated up again. President Bush recently announced plans to start vaccinating military personnel, health care and emergency workers against smallpox...and to offer immunization to the public on a voluntary basis starting in 2004. Is the vaccination right for you and your family? The Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle Consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling is here to help you weigh that decision. Dr. Stephanie, what can you tell us about Smallpox?
December 12, 2002
Keeping your cool at work
Impatience is by no means the only cause of stress in our lives. The rat race that many of us call the workplace is one of the leading causes of stress...and stress related health problems. In fact, a recent study in Finland concluded that stress from our jobs can double the risk of death from heart disease. The Health Show's Diet and Lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling has a look at that study...Stephanie what were the findings, and what do they mean for us?
November 28, 2002
Getting jolly without the extra pounds
There's another food-hazard around the holidays: there's so much of it! If you've never met a pumpkin pie you didn't like, or can't pass by a plate of cookies without sampling a few...then you know that maintaining a healthy diet around the holidays is a challenge. The Health Show's diet and lifestyle consultant Dr. Stephanie Beling is here with some tips on keeping the temptations to a minimum. Dr. Stephanie, what can we do?
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Dr. Stephanie Beling
Dr. Beling is a physician specializing in endocrinology and metabolism, with a strong interest in the relationship of nutrition to health and disease. She's currently practicing at Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA. Her book, Power Foods, was published by HarperCollins in 1997.