MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with '30 minutes'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:39:20 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684428&cid=t_162955_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F04%2F07%2F5-ways-to-better-cope-with-stress%2F When trying to manage stress, Richard Blonna, Ed.D — a nationally certified coach and counselor and author of Stress Less, Live More — said that many people mistakenly look for a Band-Aid approach. They look for one approach to work with all stressors in all situations at all times. But realistically you can’t rely on one technique. For instance, diaphragmatic breathing is an effective stress reliever but you might not want to use it in a certain situation because you’re feeling self-conscious and don’t want to bring attention to yourself, he said. Similarly, while Blonna is a big believer in meditation, he said it doesn’t work if you’re stuck in traffic, since it’s dangerous to close your eyes. Instead, “What we need is a toolbox that’s full of techniques tha... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684428 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:35:42 +0100 4684428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4622288&cid=t_162955_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F03%2F22%2Fhow-well-do-you-multitask-between-the-tv-and-the-computer%2F This study hints at the generational shift that is occurring and that researchers are starting to document in studies such as this. Younger adults are used to consuming media simultaneously, from multiple sources, and enjoy doing so. Older adults (that is to say, middle-aged adults and older) do less of this, and tend to enjoy it less. At least according to this single study. Last, the researchers conclude: The brevity of gaze durations on both computer and television content in this multitasking environment suggests a fracturing of attention with rapid attentional shifts and reorientation; both media seem to have limited ability to “hook” a participant into extended runs of attention. Television attention is especially composed of very quick gazes overall, supporting the contention th... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4622288 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:25:45 +0100 4622288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3266985&cid=t_162955_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F02%2F12%2Fsnow-blizzard-2010-and-mental-health%2F I’M GOING CRAZY. Ahem. Okay, here’s the deal. Annapolis was hit with 30 inches of snow last Friday and Saturday. Annapolis owns three snowplows. Most roads have at least six inches of ice. Ours do. And if you’ve ever witnessed the way I drive, you would agree that I shouldn’t be on the road. Moreover, our cars won’t be moving from our icy driveway anytime soon because… we’re supposed to get another 10 to 20 inches tonight. Schools have been canceled all week, of course, and schools are canceled next week (Monday through Wednesday) for some other lame reason. So, I’m grumpy. Bite-everyone’s-heads-off grumpy. Because I can’t use most of the tools in my sanity box this week. The discipline to eat well is buried under three feet of ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3266985 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:01:24 +0100 3266985 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2709197&cid=t_162955_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fexercising-your-brain-as-you-age%2F According to a news article we published today, simple everyday activities are all we need to keep our minds sharp as we age, mixed in with a healthy dose of daily physical exercise. The study measured over 4,000 participants’ brain and cognitive functioning over a 6 year period to arrive at these results. Boiled down to the basics, the researchers found the following activities help our brains remain sharp as we age: Mental activities, like reading or doing a crossword puzzle Physical exercise, generally the more the better (but even some, such as simply walking for 30 minutes per day, is better than nothing) Remaining socially engage with your friends or family Maintaining a positive attitude throughout life Learning new activities, hobbies or anything that requires concentrat... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2709197 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:33:43 +0100 2709197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2087165&cid=t_162955_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FB55D-lr6X4E%2F Congratulations to Lisa Taylor and Tiffany Rosson! Lisa and Tiffany are the winners of the 30 Minute Meals Cookbook from Diabetes Notes! Tags: 30 minutes meals, book, contest, cookbook, prize, sweepstakes, who won, winnerShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2087165 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:25:46 +0100 2087165 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1131182&cid=t_162955_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F211280769%2F Let’s see… 30 minutes. That is all it takes to lower your risk for heart disease, help combat type 2 diabetes, lower blood pressure, increase energy, lower cholesterol and help to beat cancer. You don’t need to spend hours at the Gym and spend thousands of dollars on equipment, just get yourself out there for a brisk after dinner walk and use some cheap sand dumbbells or soup cans. Heck, I even use my kids as a barbell sometimes and do sit ups with them on my legs. Studies have shown that simply walking at a brisk pace for 30 minutes or more on most days can lead to significant health improvements. Add simple strengthening exercises two or three times a week and the benefits are even greater. My big thing is that the exercise not only lowers my blood sugar but gives me th... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1131182 Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:49:49 +0100 1131182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=782964&cid=t_162955_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F06%2Fexperts-issue-new-exercise-guidelines%2F Filed under: Prevention, American Heart Association, Exercise, Aging Heart HealthAre you getting enough activity? The American Heart Association and the American College of Sports Medicine recently released new guidelines on how much exercise we should all be getting. Former guidelines suggested that, at a minimum, we should all be doing 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days of the week. The AHA and ACSM took that a step or two further and recommended: 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days per week, OR 20 minutes of vigorous exercise 3 days per week, AND strength training, including 8-10 different exercises, two days per week They also encourage seniors to be more active and to focus on exercises that will promote strength, balance, and flexibility. In addition, the two groups... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=782964 Mon, 06 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 782964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=675443&cid=t_162955_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F16%2Fstand-up-and-your-blood-glucose-goes-down%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Research, ExerciseStand up when you talk on the phone, it lowers your blood sugar. Fold the laundry standing up. If you're going fishing, leave the chair with the fancy cupholders at home. Light exercise may help cut the risk of diabetes and heart disease. Australian researchers studying 173 non-diabetic adults found the longer participants spent on low-intensity activities, the lower their blood sugars. Surprisingly, the association between light exercise and reduced blood glucose was irrespective of moderate to vigorous activity levels. But do not throw out the treadmill. Researchers stressed light exercise should not replace the recommended 30 minutes of medium to intense daily exercise. Since I ruptured my achilles tendon last month... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=675443 Sat, 16 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 675443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=478739&cid=t_162955_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F17%2Fvideo-game-fitness-craze%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Lifestyle, Research, Opinion, Blogs, Products, SupportWho would've thought that the same company who gave rise to Super Mario Brothers would transform a generation into virtual athletes? And I know what you're thinking - don't even try to turn this video gaming habit into a banner health campaign. Hold the phone, sister. Read on and you'll see what Nintendo has done. The calorie-carnage begins with a wireless remote -- like a piece of sporting equipment. In fact this wireless piece is your symbolic tennis racket, baseball bat or golf club. Players use the momentum of their body movements to engage a sensor placed on top of the television. The freebie games that come with Nintendo Wii are: tennis, golf, baseball, and even boxing. Of cour... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=478739 Sat, 17 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 478739