July 21, 2014 by linnettegoard Are you one of the thousands of people that decide to make a New Year’s resolution each year? Do you always swear you are going to work out more, go on the latest diet craze, or lose weight? Research has shown that after one month of making a New Year’s […]
February 28, 2011 by smith3993 Are you aware of what you last ate or how much? Think about the last time you were watching T.V. and sat mindlessly eating. Sometimes we do this and can’t believe we ate “the whole thing”. We may not even remember if we even enjoyed the taste of the […]
Did you know that the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage your skin in as little as 15 minutes? More than 1 million people in the United States are diagnosed with skin cancer each year. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the USA. This is unfortunate because skin cancer is one […]
November 25, 2013 by lisabarlage National Family Week is an annual celebration observed during the week of Thanksgiving and is designed to encourage families to spend quality time together. It’s an opportunity to plan a variety of activities that encourage family outings and togetherness. Research suggests it is critical to spend quality time together as […]
How can you add extra flavor to the foods you eat without adding calories? Spices answer that question nicely. Beyond adding extra taste and flavor, spices also provide significant health benefits. This article will highlight two of the many spices that add to the taste of foods while also possibly contributing to your health. The […]
A little over a year into the COVID-19 pandemic and we are all probably familiar with the symptoms of this disease. According to the CDC, fever, cough, body chills, muscle soreness are some of the symptoms of COVID-19. Many of these symptoms are the same as the common cold or seasonal flu, expect for one… […]
A little over a year into the COVID-19 pandemic and we are all probably familiar with the symptoms of this disease. According to the CDC, fever, cough, body chills, muscle soreness are some of the symptoms of COVID-19. Many of these symptoms are the same as the common cold or seasonal flu, expect for one… […]
Are you looking for some fun indoor activities for you and your child??If you don’t feel like going outside., don’t retreat under the covers.. consider these indoor physical activities. Pull Out Those Old Jazzercise Videos in the Closet Kids will love to blast to your past with your favorite exercise videos. Before you start the video, […]
January 14, 2019 by bethstefura 2019 is here. January is the perfect time to focus on the creation of a simpler life. The hustle and bustle of the holidays is over, there are no outdoor chores such as yard work to worry about yet, and the cold weather allows us the opportunity to slow down […]
March 5, 2015 by marilynrabe Have you ever been in a situation where a teen or adult suddenly collapsed for no apparent reason? The leading cause of such a collapse is cardiac arrest which is usually caused by an abnormal heart rhythm. In these cases, the person has been breathing normally which means that there […]
April 12, 2011 by linnettegoard There are many reasons for being at a healthy weight. You want to look good and have the energy to participate in everyday activities. But more importantly is to be in good health. By maintaining a healthy weight you can avoid chronic disease such as hypertension and Type 2 diabetes. […]
February 17, 2011 by Pat Brinkman The recently released 2010 Dietary Guidelines recommend that everyone, young or old, reduce sodium consumption. Although we need some sodium in our diet, almost everyone is consuming too much. Research has shown that the higher our sodium consumption the higher our blood pressure. Research also indicates that if we […]
February 28, 2011 by smith3993 Are you aware of what you last ate or how much? Think about the last time you were watching T.V. and sat mindlessly eating. Sometimes we do this and can’t believe we ate “the whole thing”. We may not even remember if we even enjoyed the taste of the […]
July 4, 2013 by lisabarlage Family reunions . . . some individuals and families love them; some hate them and avoid them like the plague. Regardless of your thoughts, family reunions play a vital role in strengthening families. They are designed to establish healthy family relationships by providing opportunities for family members to connect/reconnect, reminisce, […]