Blog: Tag / Dr. Oz

"Weight loss isn't a sprint it's a marathon." Life change isn't about quick reversals or changing massive number of thing at one time. Start with exercise, like walking, then after committing to walking for a long period of time, then make a caloric change, like reduing by 100 calories each day. The weight will come off and you'll get to your goal.  Take a look at Oprah and Dr. Oz's online video interview. MikeZ_make it you, then becomes how you live.     Please consult your physician before starting any exercise or weight loss program. Your physician is your very best resource.


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  We live like crazy people, going non-stop everyday including Sundays. Sometimes you should forget the world and get some stress relief.  Dr. Oz and psychologist Dr. Erin Olivo suggest simple ways to relieve anxiety and improve your overall health at Oprah.com.   Stress is everywhere around us. Work woes…financial losses…in-laws. But the problem isn't so much the stressors themselves—it's how we respond to stress that can have negative consequences. Progressive Muscle Relaxation While sitting or lying down in a relaxed position, tense the muscles of your feet as much as you can and then...


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We've all heard the horror stories about medical mistakes, Oprah does a thought provoking show on how to avoid mistakes including a checklist from Dr. Oz on how to avoid the most common. Medical Mistakes: Dr. Oz Talks to Actor Dennis Quaid: Actor Dennis Quaid and the simple mistake that nearly killed his newborn twins. Now, he returns to the hospital where it happened. Then, Dr. Oz's lifesaving checklist. Tune in on 03/10 to watch this show MikeZ_setting my  for this Oprah show.       Please consult your physician before starting any exercise or weight loss program. Your physician...


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This checklist is actually very cool. Where do you stand? Make 2009 the year you put yourself back on your to-do list! To help you get started, Dr. Oz shares his 10-step Ultimate Health Checklist—a complete guide to health and wellness. Dr. Oz's 10 Ways to Live Healthier: Step 1: Find a doctor and schedule a checkup Step 2: Know the five ingredients to avoid Step 3: The healthy foods to add to your diet Step 4: Take a multivitamin every single day Step 5: Know your numbers Step 6: Find a health advocate Step 7: Organize your medical records Step 8: Get the medical...


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Oprah's guru Dr. Oz offers a few online workout tips and routines. The tips look great but without vigorous aerobic exercise you'll just be twisting and jumping around and the calorie burn is minimal at best. Walk first, with purpose, then do this 20 minute routine to charge up your workout.   "THE BASICS - You say: "Strength training? I don't want to look like an Olympic shot-putter." Excuse-buster: The strength exercises flow into stretches to keep your body limber and lean. And you'll build most of your strength in your core to create a toned stomach and elegant posture—more ballerina...


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