So many articles about BPA discuss ways to avoid it, but what about the 91% of us that have been exposed? I’m glad to see there is hope. The formula seems to be, awareness of sources of BPA in order to reduce exposure and vigorous exercise. Apparently fat is where BPA is stored on the body.
Well, it’s been about four months since I switched to a standing desk, and I must say, I’m really loving it! Of course, that wasn’t the case for the first two months. My back hurt, my legs were constantly sore, and my feet hurt until I started wearing slippers or shoes without arch support, sometimes described as arch immobilizers (but that’s a different story).
I no longer have terrible pain in my right leg from what might have been the beginnings of thrombosis, and I feel good at the end of the day when I do get to sit for a little while to watch TV or read, though even then, I still prefer a rocking chair.
Finally climbing into bed to sleep after a day spent moving about, I don’t feel restless and typically fall asleep easily. It’s become a nice daily pattern for me and I know I’m at much lower risk for the health conditions described in the following Times commentary.
It doesn’t matter if you go running every morning, or you’re a regular at the gym. If you spend most of the rest of the day sitting — in your car, your office chair, on your sofa at home — you are putting yourself at increased risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, a variety of cancers and an early death. In other words, irrespective of whether you exercise vigorously, sitting for long periods is bad for you.
Wow, a potential cure for all viruses! I really hope this takes off and doesn’t get buried by big pharma.
via popsci.com
Burgerville is a local fast food chain that my family has been going to for as long as I can remember. I love their high quality, tasty food that is locally sourced, fresh, and delicious. I admire their recycling and eco-friendly practices, and how they always offer seasonal selections from local farms.
Being Vegan, I don’t eat their meat or dairy products. Fortunately they have several locally made vegetarian options that are really good. They also print calorie information on their receipts and drink cups so at least you can be aware of how many calories you are about to consume. Not that it would stop me, because their food is mouth-watering good, faster than a normal restaurant, and I know I’m supporting a sustainable business.
via burgerville.com
Burgerville was founded in 1961 by George Propstra in Vancouver, Washington. Burgerville is known for its progressive business practices and commitment to local resources. The chain uses 100% wind power for all of its restaurants and headquarters, and is the largest chain in America to do so. Burgerville uses only trans fat-free canola oil and sends 7,500 gallons per month to be transformed into biodiesel. In 2004, Burgerville switched to range-fed beef raised without hormones and antibiotics. In 2007, it began composting food waste which is expected to result in an 85% reduction in waste and $100,000 annual savings.
In the summer of 2009, Burgerville gave use of the drive-thru window to bicyclists. The fast casual restaurant chain was named by Gourmet magazine as having the freshest fast food in the country in 2003, with offerings such as a salad with smoked salmon and Oregon hazelnuts. As of August 2007, their slogan is, “Choose Fresh, Local, Sustainable. Choose Burgerville.” ~wikipedia.org
