i am not (clinically) overweight

i am not (clinically) overweight

Posted by Nancy Janiola on Friday, March 19, 2010 in health,

My Body Mass Index (BMI) counts 27, therefore I am not overweight - that's according a weight management experts.

I have been feeling quite bad about gaining weight starting last year. But since dieting is not really my cup of tea, I just let my body takes what it can.

I was just watching TV one afternoon and here come a weight loss pill ad endorsed by one of the famous artists of the country. Just out of curiosity, I tried surfing its official website to see how it works and if I can be a possible candidate of such product. That's how I learned about this BMI thing plus the surprising fact that I am "not" actually overweight in contrary to what I have been bitterly thinking of.

So anyway, I really don't have the intention to try the product even if I happened to be a qualified candidate. I'm too chicken to take risk when it comes to my health and body. I could better convince myself to wake up early in the morning to do some workouts but not taking diet pills of any kind... unless maybe if it's prescribed by health experts.

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sick and healing

sick and healing

Posted by Nancy Janiola on Sunday, February 07, 2010 in health,

From a so wet and cold January to an extremely humid February - the sudden switch of temperature was so overwhelming. Yesterday, I found some symptoms of dehydration in myself: diarrhea, fever, dizziness and dryness. Initially, I thought I got spoiled but recalling to mind what I have eaten I realized they're all nothing but good food. Then there came JK's conclusion that it's probably caused by the parching weather which I eventually agreed upon.

I admit I lack of fluid intake. I only drink water (not even plenty enough) every after meal and no more in between. But this morning JK was able to convince me to have cold drinks (lemon iced tea, by choice) to replace the much needed fluid I've lost from excessive trots. I've also had non-solid foods ("lugaw") all through out the day - not my kind of food but mother knows best.

I at least feel a little better now. Thanks to my ever caring virtual and in-house physicians.

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better than junks

better than junks

Posted by Nancy Janiola on Sunday, August 23, 2009 in health,

Mornings are so much more inviting when you know you have something good to wake up to. And there's nothing quite like a bowl of tasty, crispy flakes made from golden corn with a splash of milk to get the day started.

That's what the back product label says.

No, this is not a paid post.

I've noticed myself gaining undesirable extra baggage so just thinking maybe I can have this better than unhealthy junks that I usually take for breakfast and in between meals to break the habit. It contains essential vitamins and mineral including calcium and iron. I don't know if it's a recommended diet product but all I know is I need something healthy. At least somehow I know it is... especially when paired with milk and your favorite fruits.

I just had a bowl. You too can grab a box and try it yourself!

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