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Hollywood expectant moms' secret to staying slim

Monday, March 18th, 2013, 8:09pm

Hollywood expectant moms' secret to staying slim

Tampa, Florida-- Many Hollywood stars who are pregnant swear by The Bar Method to stay in Shape. Now moms-to-be can take similar, low impact classes right in South Tampa.

Jeanette DePuy, owner and instructor at The Bar Method Tampa studio says, "Women can bounce back to their pre-baby bodies quicker if they follow a simple, non-impact routine such as The Bar Method workout."

Staying fit while pregnant can prevent gestational diabetes, alleviate lower-back pain and even lessen the "baby blues."

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Kick Ball Challenge to "Kick Butts" and fight against big tobacco

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Friday, March 15th, 2013, 10:57am

Kick Ball Challenge to "Kick Butts" and fight against big tobacco

Tampa, FL-- In honor of "Kick Butts Day", the Campaign for Tobacco-Free kids national day of activism, the Florida Department of Health has highlighted Hillsborough County students' efforts to take a stand against flavored tobacco.

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Study Highlights Importance of Smoking Alternatives

Submitted by David James on Friday, March 8th, 6:58 pm

Tampa, Florida-- A recent study from the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa highlights the importance of being careful when it comes to smoking, especially for those with serious illnesses already.

According to the study, 60 percent of patients who smoked in the week before surgery started again after their surgery, compared to a 13 percent relapse rate for patients who had quit smoking before surgery. Most who resumed smoking did so shortly after surgery.

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FREE Wellness workshop at Tampa General

Submitted by Heather Van Nest, Anchor

Tuesday, February 19th, 2013, 5:48pm

Tampa, Florida -- Ready to feel the health benefits of eating real food and exercising? Looking for a helping hand to motivate and guide you?

Tampa General Hospital in South Tampa is offering a free Wellness Workshop n Wednesday, Feb. 20. with check-in beginning at 5:30 p.m. and the event kicking off at 6.

Here is more information about the event and instructor:

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Whole Foods Market offers special Vegan Valentine dinner

Submitted by Heather Van Nest, Anchor

Sunday, February 10th, 2013, 12:22pm

Whole Foods Market offers special Vegan Valentine dinner

Looking for a unique way to surprise your Valentine? Show your sweetheart that you love her so much, you want her to live a long and healthy life!

How about a meatless dinner date at Whole Foods Market in South Tampa?

No cholesterol clogging butter, red meat or milk here, but this special Vegan Valentine meal on Thursday, Feb. 14 promises to be so good, you may even be able to fool your sweetheart into thinking it's loaded with lots of bad stuff!

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Heart Health Month at Fit2Run - Tampa

Submitted by Eric Law

Tuesday, February 5th, 2013, 6:00pm

Tampa, Florida-- Fit2Run LIVE Painting and GPS watch Fundraiser Raffle to benefit the American Heart Association.

Some of you may already know that February is Heart Health Month. In order to bring more awareness to this important public health movement, Fit2Run - Tampa has partnered with local artists and Polar USA for a month-long fundraising event to benefit the American Heart Association.

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Cancer support group at Memorial Hospital

Submitted by Heather Van Nest, Anchor

Sunday, February 3rd, 2013, 12:08pm

Cancer support group at Memorial Hospital

Tampa, Florida -- Cancer survivors, friends and family are invited to a cancer support group for all cancers from Monday, Feb. 4, from noon to 1:00 p.m. at Memorial Hospital in South Tampa.

The support group will meet in the auditorium. The hospital is located at 2901 W Swann Ave.

If you have any questions, feel free to call (813) 342-1313.

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