{"id":36762,"date":"2010-12-06T10:44:38","date_gmt":"2010-12-06T15:44:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=36762"},"modified":"2010-12-06T10:46:29","modified_gmt":"2010-12-06T15:46:29","slug":"cdc-gives-holiday-health-and-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/12\/cdc-gives-holiday-health-and-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"CDC Gives Holiday Health and Safety Tips with a Song"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks us to “give the gift of health and safety to yourself and others by following these holiday tips.” They even created a song, The 12 Ways to Health<\/a>. Yes, it’s cheesy and a little<\/em> overzealous but if it doesn’t get you in the holiday spirit, then\u00a0I don’t know what will!<\/p>\n

“The first way to health, said the CDC to me: Wash hands to be safe and healthy.”<\/strong> Crowded gatherings and lots of shopping help contribute to cold and flu season<\/a>. Wash your hands regularly and properly to keep yourself from getting sick!<\/p>\n

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“The second way to health, said the CDC to me: Bundle up for warmth.”<\/strong> Young children, elderly adults or anyone with a compromised immune system should stay\u00a0warm by dressing in layers.<\/p>\n

“The third way to health, said the CDC to me: Manage stress.”<\/strong> For some people, holiday cheer is only a myth.\u00a0You will\u00a0be happier and healthier if you don’t let stress take over your holidays.<\/p>\n

“The fourth way to health, said the CDC to me: Don’t drink and drive.”<\/strong> Festive beverages\u00a0might be fun at a party, but they don’t mix well with driving.<\/p>\n

“The fifth way to health, said the CDC to me: BE SMOKE-FREE.” <\/strong>Smoking<\/a> causes severe health complications. Just don’t do it.<\/p>\n

“The sixth way to health, said the CDC to me: Fasten belts while driving.”<\/strong> The holidays mean a lot of travel. Whether you go far or near, please don’t forget to buckle up.<\/p>\n

“The seventh way to health, said the CDC to me: Get exams and screenings.”<\/strong> Identify health problems such as cancer, diabetes\u00a0or heart disease<\/a> early and you may avoid serious complications.<\/p>\n

“The eighth way to health, said the CDC to me: Get your vaccinations.” <\/strong>Vaccines help to prevent life-threatening diseases.<\/p>\n

“The ninth way to health, said the CDC to me: Monitor the children.” <\/strong>The holidays can\u00a0present very dangerous situations for children and pets. Keep\u00a0a watchful\u00a0eye and educate your children about the dangers of\u00a0electrocution, choking hazards and the incorrect use of new toys.<\/p>\n

“The tenth way to health, said the CDC to me: Practice fire safety.” <\/strong>Candles, cozy fires, Christmas lights and a full kitchen sound great until\u00a0a fire starts.\u00a0Make sure\u00a0all of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms work properly.<\/p>\n

“The eleventh way to health, said the CDC to me: Prepare dinner safely.”<\/strong> Learn how to\u00a0handle food properly so that you can avoid food-borne illnesses<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“The twelfth way to health, said the CDC to me: Eat well and get moving.”<\/strong> Don’t be tempted to over-indulge or abandon your fitness routine. There are a lot of fun and festive ways to keep yourself healthy during the holidays! Experiment with healthier holiday recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Via: Department of Health and Human Services CDC<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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