TURNING BAD INTO GOOD

***FOUR WAYS TO MAKE THE BAD ECONOMY GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH***

The economy is in bad shape, but that doesn't mean YOU have to be. You don't need to have a lot of money to take care of your body. So here are four ways you can make the bad economy GOOD for your health . . .

#1.) WATCH LESS TV. Cable companies are losing a lot of subscribers. And at $100 a month, it's no wonder. Maybe you should cancel YOURS: research shows that people who watch more than two hours of TV a day are much more likely to be overweight.

#2.) GET A BETTER WORKOUT. Canceling your gym membership can save you $50 a month, but it DOESN'T mean you have to stop working out. Running on a treadmill is good, but when you run outdoors, you actually get a better workout.

-Plus, breathing fresh air and soaking up the sun increase your endorphin levels, which makes you feel stronger and gives you more energy.

#3.) EAT HEALTHIER. If you have less money, then you're probably not going out for dinner very much. And that's GOOD for your health. Restaurant food is generally higher in salt and fat. And a meal at a restaurant usually has TWICE as many calories.

#4.) INCREASE YOUR WILLPOWER. Research shows that if you start keeping track of your finances and following a budget, you'll gain more willpower at the same time. And that makes it easier for you to stay on a healthy diet and exercise regimen.

--Plus, learning to make conscious choices teaches you about self-control. And that will help in every area of your life. (Yahoo.com)