Healthy at NBCU

05/12/2012

Trees are good for your health! So help plant 1 million of them by joining Green is Universal's Share a Tree campaign. They’ll plant a tree for every virtual ornament hung or message shared. Join the fun and help reach the green goal! Check out: http://www.greenisuniversal.com/shareatree/

02/11/2012

Tune in TONIGHT! The networks of NBCUniversal will join forces to air a one-hour live benefit telethon, “Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together,” on Friday, November 2 (8-9pm ET). The telethon will be hosted by Matt Lauer, and include performances by Christina Aguilera, Jon Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen and Sting. The concert will air live across the East Coast and tape-delayed on the West. It will also be live-streamed on NBC.com.

01/11/2012

Want to help out in the wake of Sandy? Tune in and join NBCU's live benefit TOMORROW NIGHT (11/2) from 8-9 pm (ET). All money donated will go straight to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Sandy victims. Hosted by our "Today" anchor Matt Lauer, the benefit will feature your favorite stars: Christina Aguilera, Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Sting and appearances by Jimmy Fallon, and Brian Williams. See you tomorrow!

01/11/2012

It's hard enough to run a marathon. But in flip flops?? This guy did it and now he's in the Guinness World Records.

The Today Show finds out why – http://ow.ly/eNxXI

31/10/2012

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30/10/2012

Want to be smarter? Try EXERCISE! It gives the brain more activity than puzzles or other mental challenges!

Study via Today Health – http://ow.ly/eNrVU

29/10/2012

Studies show that following your life passion can lead to better health and more happiness. What's YOUR passion? Take the iVillage quiz to find out!

http://ow.ly/eNnY7

27/10/2012

The weekends are the perfect time to relieve stress and unwind. Just make sure you limit your computer and phone time if you really want to relax, Dr. Gail Saltz tells the Today Show.

Video on TODAY.com: Psychiatrist and TODAY contributor Gail Saltz shares how you can make the most of your weekend by letting go of emails, computers, and phones to reach extreme relaxation and enjoy quality time with family.

25/10/2012

What are your thoughts on soda? Watch this cute family of bears as they learn to go healthy by cutting back on sugar.

This is the unhappy truth about soda: http://therealbears.org It wasn't so bad when soft drinks were the occasional treat. But now sugary drinks are the numb...

24/10/2012

Community star Yvette Nicole Brown has some great advice on staying mentally healthy and happy in periods of uncertainty.

"I always have faith and confidence in myself."

It’s ironic that I’m writing this blog a few days after hearing the great news that my show, Community, has been renewed for third season. Ironic because

24/10/2012

Click 'LIKE' or SHARE if you agree that health is the best wealth!

23/10/2012

Go healthy (globally)! Did you know that honey prevents sinus and throat infections? Doctors in New Zealand do.

Check out the iVillage list of "15 Natural Remedies From Around the World" – http://ow.ly/eHW4S

22/10/2012

Happy Monday, y'all! Is this what you look like today?

Read the post for 10 surprising energy boosters, and share your tips here: What's your go to pick-me-up?

http://on.today.com/RRo3uJ

22/10/2012

Congratulations to our friend Joy Bauer for making the list of top 35 diet and nutrition experts on Twitter.

Check out the full list – http://ow.ly/eFDrZ

Who is YOUR favorite health expert to follow?

Want to stay up to date on the latest health research? Twitter is a source of more information than anyone can possibly digest, but it's also the place to get up close and personal with top experts in every field.

19/10/2012

Finally – an easy and fun way to teach kids about the benefits of eating healthy! This iPad app puts a fun spin on going healthy. (They even get to SMASH stuff!)

Via DailyCandy – http://ow.ly/eAqwl

18/10/2012

Go Healthy...at the supermarket! As Americans switch to fresher foods, big chains are rushing to keep up.

CNBC with a special Healthy Business report – http://ow.ly/eAkdI

17/10/2012

How Beyoncé, Katie Holmes and More Stay Fit: Get the Hottest Celeb Workouts.

Our friends at E! Online give us the scoop: http://ow.ly/eyzJ6

16/10/2012

Healthy Week may be over but the Small Plates movement continues! Here's a recap of our Small Plates event and good tips for downsizing your waist by downsizing your plate!

The Debrief with David Ushery reports.

David Ushery takes The Debrief on the road to discuss the Small Plate Movement, a healthy initiative sponsored by NBC in Union Square.

16/10/2012

The path to better health begins with . Begin today!

Click 'like' if you plan to make the first step!

15/10/2012

Looking for a healthy relationship? Stop trying to be The Bachelorette, says iVillage "If you don’t like him enough to make him your main man, say so long!"

Plus 15 other ways to make your life healthier and happier – http://ow.ly/euwKe

15/10/2012

Thanks for celebrating last week's Healthy Week with us at NBCU! To all those that submitted tips for our FIT TO WIN SWEEPSTAKES stay tuned as we will be contacting winners this week! Go Healthy!

14/10/2012

Have a fun Healthy Week weekend! And fuel your fun with water. It gives you energy and keeps you healthy!

Cheers!

Staying hydrated keeps your energy up. And it keeps your skin looking healthy.

13/10/2012

Feeling stressed? Pucker up! According to Today Health, couples who kiss more often show lower levels of stress.

http://ow.ly/eragS

Click 'like' if you agree!

13/10/2012

Recess is more than just play – it helps kids develop valuable leadership and social skills, and encourages creativity and problem solving!

What's your recess tip? Enter before midnight at http://on.fb.me/SPq89k for your last chance to win tickets to Universal Orlando Resort!

12/10/2012

Did you know that recess helps kids behave better in school? It's our Healthy Week tip of the day!

Enter your tip to win tickets to Universal Orlando Resort – http://on.fb.me/SPq89k!

Monkey bars are healthy. Watch this fun video to find out why.

12/10/2012

What's the best way for your kids to spend recess? Doing anything that gets them MOVING.

Enter your Healthy Week tip now at http://on.fb.me/SPq89k to WIN TICKETS to Universal Orlando Resort!

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12/10/2012

Today's Healthy Week topic is recess! Do your kids get distracted and fidgety in class? Recess helps! Encourage them to be active during breaks.

What's your recess tip? Enter at http://on.fb.me/SPq89k to win 4 tickets to Universal Orlando Resort!

12/10/2012

Regular recess can reduce the dreaded beer belly. Check out The Grio for other ways trim the extra pounds during Healthy Week!

theGRIO REPORT - Losing belly fat may be easier than you think and, for men, the benefits go way beyond your good looks.

12/10/2012

It's the end of the week, folks! That means you'll hopefully have a little time for recess -- adults can enjoy recess too! Share with us how you stay active in our FIT TO WIN SWEEPSTAKES at http://on.fb.me/SPq89k for your chance to win... drum roll... FOUR TICKETS TO UNIVERSAL STUDIOS IN ORLANDO!!!!!!!

12/10/2012

It's true - the bigger the plate, the bigger the portion. Check out small steps to go healthy:

12/10/2012

Are you looking to downsize your waist? Start by downsizing your dishes. Using smaller plates is a good Healthy Week habit!

What's your small plate tip? Enter at http://on.fb.me/RwtuQ9 for a chance to win tickets to The Tonight Show with Jay Leno or an NBC Universal Store gift bag!

11/10/2012

Thanks to everyone who joined the Small Plates movement today in Union Square. We're winding down for the day, so check out the video highlights below and see your favorite stars from the event and find out how Teresa Giudice gets her kids to go healthy for Healthy Week!

11/10/2012

Watch Jenna Wolfe from the Today Show celebrate Healthy Week by talking tofu at today's event in Union Square! Support the Small Plates movement with FoodCorps!

11/10/2012

Go Healthy with NBCU in Union Square, NYC! facebook.com/healthyatnbcu