Healthy Tip of the Week (HTW) June 20th-June 26th
HTW #23 (6/20/2011-6/26/2011):
Develop a relaxing routine 30 minutes before bed-Unwind with a book, a bath, stretching, music or
any activity that relaxes you before you go to sleep.
Click the links below for more tips on how to relax!
African American men have a greater chance of getting prostate cancer and are twice as likely to die from prostate cancer because they are not catching it early enough. Get screened for prostate cancer and catch it early!
Check out the links below to learn more about men's health and prostate cancer:
- Beat the Clock!
- Young men and a healthy lifestyle
- Young men's health clinic in Harlem
- Getting screened for Prostate Cancer
- Treatment options for Prostate Cancer
HTW #21 (5/31/2011-6/06/2011):
Try using to natural cleansers for your home. They are less harmful to you and can be cheaper. Use vinegar and water to clean surfaces and use baking soda to clean sinks, tubs and stoves.
Click the links below for more information on natural cleansers for the home:
HTW #20 (5/24/2011-5/30/2011):
May is bike month! Ride a bike to work today instead of driving. Biking is fun, it's a great way to exercise, and it helps reduce pollution in our neighborhoods! Remember to always be safe and wear a helmet. Visit http://bikemonthnyc.org/ to find different bike tours around New York City!
HTW #19 (5/10/2011-5/16/2011):
Did you know that there are all kinds of allergens in your home that can make it hard to breathe, trigger an asthma attack, or cause allergies in you or in your children? Get rid of the mold and dust in your homes that can cause asthma and allergies!
Click the links below to learn more about how to make your homes allergy and asthma friendly!
- Did you know...it's easy to make your home asthma friendly?
- Harlem Word: Ray Lopez -- Learn how to make your home a safer place and lower your chances of developing asthma
- Did you know...mold is a big deal?
HTW #18: (5/03/2011-5/9/2011):
Spend 10 minutes a day cleaning your clutter around your home and workspace-a clear space helps to create a clear mind. Donate items you no longer need or want.
Click the link below to learn more about how a clean space can clear your mind!
HTW #17: (4/26/2011-5/3/2011):
Visit nyc.gov to see all of the things you and your family should recycle
Click the links below for more information on recycling and "green" living!
- Recycle your clean paper, Harlem!
- Harlem Recycling - Earth Day reminds us how to recycle in NYC
- Get cash for recycling old electronics?
HTW #16: (4/19/2011-4/25/2011):
Help stop climate change--buy your food from local sources. The average food item travels 1,500 miles to get to your plate.
Click the links below for more information on getting food from local sources!
- Harlem Word: Paula Lukats tells us about CSA sites in Harlem
- Harlem Word: Paula Lukats tells us about Just Food, a non-profit organization providing fresh food to NYC
- Green is the new [fill in your color]
HTW #15: (4/12/2011-4/18/2011):
Did you know that African Americans are 21 percent more likely to die from cancer than white Americans! Early detection and treatment are two of the most important things you can do to prevent and avoid cancer. Get screened for cancer!
Click the links below to learn more about cancer!
- Did you know...high rates of cancer in the African American community can be decreased?
- Profiles of Hope: How cancer survivor Wilhelmina Obatola Grant brings awareness to breast cancer through art
- Harlem Word: Dr. Carlton McGregor talks about getting screened for prostate cancer
HTW #14 (4/05/2011-4/11/2011):
Did you know that April is STD (sexually transmitted disease) Awareness Month? Get yourself tested! 1 in 2 sexually active young people will get an STD by age 25 and most won't know it!
Click the link below to learn more about STD awareness month:
Did you know that untreated hypertension can lead to severe health issues like kidney disease?
- Harlem Word: Dr. Thomas Nickolas talks about keeping your cholesterol low in order to keep your kidneys healthy
- Profile of Hope: Debra Jackson talks about the lifestyle changes she made after learning she had kidney disease caused by her high blood pressure
HTW #12 (3/22/2011-3/28/2011):
Did you know that organic food means that it is grown without anything fake--like pesticides, herbicides, or antibiotics?
Click the links below to learn more about organic food and where you can find organic food in Northern
Manhattan!
HTW #11 (3/15/2011-3/21/2011):
Did you know that the first ingredients on a food label are the ones that it has the most of?
Choose inconvenience! Convenience foods are the highest in salt and fat.
Click the links below to learn more about eating healthier!
- Did you know...you can make your fast food meal healthier?
- Harlem Word: Dr. Isobel Contento discusses the importance of home cooking
- Harlem Word: Maudene Nelson talks about important things that everyone should know in order to eat healthier
Did you know that bacteria in your mouth can cause heart disease? Your oral health affects your overall health. Keep your mouth healthy and visit the dentist at least twice a year!
Did you know that eating seasonally (things that are grown in the Northeast region) can help save the
environment?
Click the links below to find out more about eating seasonally:
- Garden in a box...? Can I grow cheap, healthy food?
- Gina Puzzanghera talks about the benefits of eating seasonally and locally
- Maudene Nelson talks about organic food and "factory farming"
Surround yourself with positive people who see your potential and challenge you to be better.
Check out the links below on places where you can make positive friends!
Start your day off right with a healthy breakfast.
Click the links below to learn more about good breakfast options!
Did you know that people often don't know they have hypertension because it doesn't have any side effects?
Click the links below to learn more about hypertension!
- Harlem Word: Dr. Gbenga Ogedegbe tells us what every African American should know about high blood pressure
- Harlem Word: Dr. Mary Bassett - High blood pressure and salt
- Profile of Hope: Debra Jackson talks about her diagnosis with high blood pressure (hypertension)
HTW #4 (01/24/2011-01/30/2011):
Laugh more. Laughter is the best medicine you'll ever have; it's free and doesn't require a prescription.
Click the link below to learn more about the benefits of laughter!
Cook a healthy dinner at home with your family instead of eating fast food.
Click the links below to learn more about how to make healthy meals!
- Did you know...you can make 9 simple changes for eating well?
- Did you know... there are ways to make cooking time family time?
HTW #2 (01/10/2011-01/16/2011):
Too cold to walk/run outside? Buy a cheap exercise DVD for a fun indoor workout. They come in many varieties!
Click the links below to read more about simple indoor exercises that you can do!
HTW #1 (01/03/2011-01/09/2011):
Instead of making a general goal to "eat healthier," set specific
goals for changes you want to make. For instance, set a goal to eat five servings of fruits and vegetables each day or exercise for 30 minutes each day. Specific goals will help you measure your progress.
Click the link below to learn more about how to stick to your goals!:
For the new 2024 year, GetHealthyHarlem.org will post a healthy tip each week! You will find a new healthy tip at the beginning of every week on GetHealthyHarlem.org that will give you new ideas on ways to stay fit, eat right, protect the environment, reduce stress, and prevent or manage hypertension.
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Posted 23 weeks ago
kersti wrote
Flag as inappropriateI think general goals are as easy to ignore than specific goals. It's about the will and the motivation to reach the goal. For control purposes of course it is better to set concrete goals and tick them after finishing, but general goals could be more motivation because you let yourself enough action space. It depends on the type of human being you are. Try it for yourself and start with sports, and I do not mean Wii sports ;D !
Posted 23 weeks ago
Laura wrote
Flag as inappropriateI think the main thing in goal setting is being realistic with yourself. You can set a really specific goal (i.e., I will exercise 30 minutes a day 5 days a week + I will eat 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day), but if you are unable to get the extra fruits and vegetables locally for every day of the week, or if you are unable to budget that amount of time to exercise - you will only set yourself up for failure.
Be honest with yourself: If you can only realistically exercise 1 time a week for 30 minutes, make that your goal. As you begin to achieve that goal consistently, you'll see that you might be able to increase your goals to 2x.. or even 3x a week. It's easy to aim high, fail and then get discouraged by your failure. Instead, I say that every little bit helps. If you make a realistic goal, you're more likely to fulfill it and gain the encouragement to increase your goals down the line. Good luck! If I can do it - so can you! Baby steps - every little bit counts!