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6 Winter 2022 Make This a Healthier NewYear Technology can help you keep your resolutions Here are some ideas to consider: Food and Nutrition Resources Eating right can be hard when you’re busy, and even harder if health issues require you or family members to stick to a restricted diet. But there are new apps and gadgets that allow you to get nutritional and calorie information on food, no matter where you are, based on a snapped photo or a touch sensor. You can also get apps that plan your meals for you based on preferences you provide. Social Media Support Whether you’re dealing with a recent diagnosis or you’re trying to better manage a chronic health condition, you don’t have to go it alone. There are ways to get health support through social media sites. For example, you can follow the social media pages of reputable health care organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Mayo Clinic, or organizations related to your specific health concerns. This will keep you updated on the latest health news. There are also groups on Facebook which function as support groups for people with certain health issues. They can be great for getting needed encouragement and sharing your own experiences. Apps for Exercise Try one or more of these apps to find an exercise regimen you love, then get started and keep moving. • Aaptiv Unlimited access to audio-based fitness classes led by professional trainers • 7 Minute Workout by Simple Design Instructions for a quick workout anywhere • Daily Burn Live daily workouts designed for fitness beginners • Daily Yoga Guided yoga videos for beginning to advanced practitioners • Couch to 5K Offers an effective program for helping new runners train for a race • Freeletics Bodyweight Instructions for 5- to 30-minute workouts based only on bodyweight (no equipment needed) Whatever your health goals are for 2022, take advantage of technology to help you work toward achieving them. Everyone wants to be healthy, but sometimes the actions required are easier said than done. Even simple things like eating well can be a chore without the right guidance and motivation. As it has in so many other areas of life, technology has evolved to produce tools to help us achieve better health.

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