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Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders and partners focused on improving the overall health in Thomas County with a specific focus on reducing obesity, recently formed another partnership with a local gym that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. Anytime Fitness, a gym located in Thomasville, is one of the most recent businesses to become a Live Better partner. As a Live Better partner, Anytime Fitness has...

As the holiday season approaches, some people tend to throw their health goals to the curb and wait to pick them back up after the New Year. Live Better is challenging you to focus on your health right through the holiday season. Whether your personal health goal is about weight loss, heart health or managing your diabetes, here are a few tips to help your health survive the holidays. Take control. Set realistic goals and be aware of your actions throughout the holidays. Maintaining your...

While making the initial decision to lose weight is a personal one, having accountability and support system in place can help you stay on track with your goals. In June, Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders and partners focused on improving the overall health of the citizens of Thomas County, launched Live Better Fit (LB Fit). The 25-week wellness program is a collaboration with local businesses and gyms. The goal of LB Fit is to teach...

Love Your Heart Did you know that one out of every four deaths in the United States is related to heart disease, which makes it the leading cause of death for both men and women in America? The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD), which can cause heart attack. There are several things that you can do to reduce your risk for developing heart disease. Don’t smoke Exercise...

Proteins serve as building blocks for muscles, bones, cartilage, skin, blood, organs, enzymes, hormones and even some vitamins. Your body is constantly breaking down and putting together proteins to make a variety of important things for the body. Foods in the protein group come from both animal and plant sources and include foods like meat, poultry, fish, eggs, beans, peas, nuts, seeds, and soy products. Besides actual protein, foods in this group also provide your body with other...

Increased sodium intake is associated with high blood pressure and increased risk for heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Sodium is a mineral that is found in nature and therefore found naturally in some foods, but sodium is also added to almost all foods that are processed to enhance flavor, maintain freshness, or perform some other function related to food quality. While our bodies do need sodium to function, we only need about 800mg a day, which we can get very easily from...

Did you know that water makes up approximately 60% of our body? Water is one of the six classes of nutrients our body needs to stay healthy. Every cell, tissue, joint and organ in our body needs water to work! But, how much water do you need to drink? In general for adults, a minimum of eight cups of water are needed per day (64 ounces), but some people need more water than that. You need to increase your water or fluid intake: Before, during and after exercise When...

Contrary to what most people believe, it doesn’t have to be expensive to eat healthy. There are plenty of affordable food choices that are also considered healthy. Here are some tips to eat healthy and stay within your budget. Dine out less frequently. Preparing meals at home can not only save you money, but it can also help you stay healthy. Reserve dining out for special occasions. If you do go out to eat, consider ordering water or sharing an entree with a companion. Plan....

Planet Fitness Named Live Better Partner Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another local partnership with an organization that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. Planet Fitness became one of the most recent organizations to become a Live Better partner. To help inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle,...

Loco’s Named Live Better Partner Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another partnership with a local business that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. Thomasville restaurant Loco’s is one of the most recent businesses to become a Live Better partner. To help inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle,...

Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another local partnership with an organization that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. Hands on Thomas County became one of the most recent organizations to become a Live Better partner. To help inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle, HOTC has committed to providing...

Body Trac Thomasville Named Live Better Partner Live Better, the Archbold Medical Center-led collaborative of key community leaders focused on improving the health of the citizens of Thomas County, recently formed another local partnership with an organization that has committed to taking action in support of measurable Live Better goals. Body Trac Thomasville became one of the most recent organizations to become a Live Better partner. To help inspire people to live a healthy and...