12/27/2006
OK – so you meant to drop a few pounds this fall to prepare for the holidays, but you never got around to eating less and exercising more on a regular basis. And now that you’re staring at a new year ahead of you, you're wondering how to shed that extra weight, and fast. For some people diet shakes work, to help jump start weight loss. That’s because you can easily count your calories consumed. However, doctors warn that it’s still best to lose weight on a balanced, low-fat diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables. Just remember, if you are trying one of those diet shakes, they won't work unless you eat fewer calories than you burn every day.
If you are a pet owner then you know the truth to this statement: Pets can be very therapeutic. It's a proven fact that certain animals can have a calming effect on people. St. John’s understands the healing powers of our pets, so we’ve taken it a step further with our pet therapy program. We have a team of dogs ready to meet you and help make you feel more comfortable while you’re in the hospital. For more information about our pet therapy program, call St. John’s Referral One at 625-2000 or log onto stj.com.
