Health Product: Fitness Hoop

January 31, 2012

Fitness Hoop Altus Athletic 5 lbs. Fit Hoop in Pink / Blue Price: $26.77 http://www.walmart.com/ip/Altus-Be-Fit-Look-Fit-5-lb.-Fitness-Hoop/15641970?sourceid=1500000000000003260410&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=15641970 Make working out more fun with a hula hoop. Okay, so now it’s called a fitness hoop, and it’s weighted (5 lbs.) to give more oomph to your workout. But it’s still fun, and ...

Health Product: Circulation Socks

January 26, 2012

Poor circulation in your legs or feet from so many hours behind the wheel? Finally, Compression Socks that are softer, drier and more comfortable than others, while enhancing circulation and preventing swelling.

Dietitian reviews driver’s food choices

Truckers have more obstacles than other professionals — but with dedication and determination, anything is possible.

Good choice, bad choice: fried chicken sandwiches

January 23, 2012

It’s hard to resist the thought of that fried chicken patty nestled between two warm buns and embellished with a pickle, and the availability of the sandwich at almost every fast food chain makes it even more difficult when living on the road. The staff here ...

Good choice, bad choice: Frozen Pizzas

We’d rather order a piping hot, high calorie, high fat pizza delivered right to the front door. But the frozen version can be a cheaper, convenient and healthier choice. We were surprised at how tasty the healthiest ones were.  These comparisons are all based on ...

Good choice, bad choice: Burger King Breakfast

Eating a good breakfast is the best way to start the day.  Burger King offers a wide variety of choices, some way better than others.  We love their French toast sticks dunked in syrup (25g of sugar!) but there are better options.  Hint: Anytime a ...

Good choice, bad choice Halloween Candy

  Making healthy Halloween candy choices can be a scary proposition. After all, the miniature-sized, chocolate-covered bites can’t be all bad, can they? The answer depends on how many bite-sized morsels you eat and the surprising number of calories and fat jammed into those little pieces. ...

Good choice, bad choice: cereals

October 10, 2011

Few supermarket aisles are more confusing than the cereal aisle, with its dazzling array of good, bad and simply terrible choices. A serving of dry cereal (approximately 1 ¼ cups) makes an easy, packable snack or a nutritious breakfast with milk and fruit. But all ...

Good choice, bad choice: frozen meals

October 3, 2011

You don’t always have to order fast food when you run out of time to cook a meal from scratch. Frozen meals are still an excellent way to get the nutrients your body needs. And because a lot of microwave meals have a reputation for ...

A joint problem

September 27, 2011

Osteoarthritis and a sedentary lifestyle can go hand-in-hand About 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. suffers from some form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus or fibromyalgia, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Arthritis affects people of all races and ethnicities, ...

Good choice, bad choice: healthy desserts

September 26, 2011

The staff here at Truckers News has picked out three low-calorie and low-fat frozen treats, because, we too have trouble saying no when it comes to indulging in dessert. 1. Smart Ones Chocolate Fudge Brownie Sundae This low-fat vanilla-flavored ice cream over a chocolate cookie crust topped ...

Cooking product: collapsible measuring cups

September 22, 2011

Sleekstor Pinch+Pour measuring cups are made from flexible silicone, so when you pinch the sides, they create a convenient pour spout. These cups are also space savers—the heat and stain resistant cups expand for use and collapse for easier storage in the truck cab. The ...

Cooking product: single-serve blender

September 15, 2011

The Hamilton Beach single-serve blender is convenient because of its compact size and simplicity. It has one speed to blend 1 to 2 servings of your favorite smoothie or health shake. The blender comes with a travel lid, allowing you to drink directly from the ...

Good choice, bad choice: Chipotle

September 14, 2011

Yes, eating at Chipotle is relatively healthy, and the staff here at Truckers News praises the restaurant for using farm-raised and grass-fed beef, chicken and pork. However, choosing the wrong breading at the Mexican grill can be disastrous for weight loss goals. Good choice: crispy taco ...

Good choice, bad choice: fast-food salads

September 12, 2011

Fast-food salads Although ordering a salad at a fast-food joint commends healthy eating habits, make sure the greens you’re eating aren’t packed with as many calories and as much fat as a double Quarter Pounder with cheese. Make sure to check for two ingredients that can compromise ...

Snap Fitness, Rolling Strong launch truckstop program

September 7, 2011

Ten gyms will open soon at Pilot Flying J travel centers in a partnership between Snap Fitness and Rolling Strong.

TCA sponsors weight-loss contest

September 2, 2011

Prizes will be awarded to the fleet and individual achieving the greatest percentages of weight loss.

Good choice, bad choice: orange soda

August 22, 2011

When craving the fizz of an orange soda, skip the sugar-heavy Sunkist and go for a more natural approach: San Pellegrino Aranciata. It’s carbonated water, sugar and orange juice. Good choice: San Pellegrino Aranciata orange soda Bad choice: Sunkist Calories and fat: A bottle of San Pellegrino Aranciata ...

Water bottle: look good while doing good

August 16, 2011

Bobble is a reusable water bottle that filters water as you drink. Bobble was created with the intention of giving consumers an environmentally friendly replacement to plastic water bottles — most of which end up in the ocean, on the street or in landfills. The ...

Get a handle on heart disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S., accounting for more than one in every four deaths.
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