FCS3-622: Dietary Fat and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | Feb. 5, 2019 (New)

When someone hears the word fat they usually think of body fat. However, the fats we eat can serve an important role in our health and physical fitness. Fats that we eat (also called lipids) are more than just fried food and butter. Other sources can provide benefits that are especially important in athletic performance.

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FCS3-624: Protein and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | Feb. 5, 2019 (New)

Whether you are a powerlifter, endurance athlete or somewhere in-between, all athletes need to be sure they are eating enough protein. When engaged in intense physical activity, the body needs protein to repair and grow damaged muscles and build more muscle tissue.

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FCS3-625: Supplements and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | Jan. 31, 2019 (New)

Most supplements advertised to enhance athletic performance do not work and their claims exceed reality. The few products that do work typically only do so when an athlete is lacking nutrients from their diet and taken carefully. Also, some supplements are banned by the NCAA and can be very dangerous if not used properly. Some of the more popular and safe supplements are discussed below, with tips to help you decide if taking them is right for you.

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FCS8-119: Healthy Bladder Habits Might Help You

Natalie Jones, Janet Kurzynske, Joann Liankhammy, Sarah Martin, Jean Najor | Jan. 28, 2019 (New)

It is likely that 13 million people in the US suffer from regular urine leaks. Many more women have the issue than men. Some women leak daily, while others may have the issue once-in-a-while. You may fall somewhere in between. Urinary incontinence (UI) can happen at any age, but occurrences increase in young adulthood and steadily rise in older adults. A combination of embarrassment and belief that UI is a natural part of ageing and childbirth, prevent women from speaking with a healthcare professional. Women should not ignore UI, as treatment can be relatively simple and often effective.

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FCS3-620: Talking Turkey: Dinner is Served

Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Annhall Norris | Dec. 20, 2018 (New)

There are several ways to cook your turkey. One way is not necessarily better than the other. It depends on your preference. Traditionally, turkeys are baked in the oven. They can be baked in a roasting pan or an oven safe plastic bag. They can be cooked in a roaster oven, deep fried, or even cooked in the microwave.

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FCS3-619: Talking Turkey: Prep and Safety

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Dec. 19, 2018 (New)

For many, Thanksgiving dinner is the largest meal prepared all year. So much time and effort go into planning the meal. There are decorations, place settings, the side dishes, the guest list, and the turkey! It's easy to see how one could feel overwhelmed with preparing the turkey with so many other things to think about.

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FCS3-617: Breathe Easy with COPD

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Aug. 29, 2018 (New)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, also known as COPD, is the 4th leading cause of death in Kentucky and in the United States. Almost 1 in 10 Kentucky adults have been diagnosed with COPD by a doctor and it is estimated that even more people are living with the disease and don't even know it. Although this disease can be deadly, simple changes in lifestyle can reduce your risk of developing the disease or improve your health if already diagnosed.

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FCS3-614: All About Blood Pressure

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Aug. 29, 2018 (New)

Blood pressure is the amount of force caused by blood as it pushes through the blood vessels in the body. This pressure is created by the pumping action of the heart. Blood vessels are like small tubes with blood constantly flowing through them. In order for blood to flow to all parts of the body from the heart, there has to be enough force behind the blood for it to be pushed all the way down to our toes and all the way up to our brain. This is our blood pressure.

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FCS3-611: Nutrition and Your Health

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Aug. 29, 2018 (New)

There is no doubt that our health and nutrition are important. But what exactly do these two words mean? And how are they related? In order to understand their relationship, we must be able to define what good health looks like and what it means to have good nutrition. Then, we can make healthy lifestyle choices each day that will help us prevent conditions and diseases related to poor nutrition.

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FCS3-615: Healthy Choices for a Healthy Heart

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Aug. 29, 2018 (New)

Heart disease and cardiovascular disease are two terms that mean the same thing. These terms refer to all diseases of the heart and blood vessels. For example, heart disease includes heart attacks, strokes, atherosclerosis, heart failure, and other conditions of the heart and blood vessels. Many of these diseases have a similar underlying cause---a build-up of fat in blood vessels.