July 29, 2019 by barton345 “A friend asked me for a nude photo,” my fifteen-year-old daughter told me one night. “He what?!” I whispered struggling to grasp onto a rational thought. I knew this friend. In this case, it was a boy who had been in my home. The realization that my daughter had a […]
February 22, 2021 by Jami Dellifield Lately I have been feeling even more isolated and alone than I did at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. I have found myself retreating and not reaching out to others in the same ways that I did a year ago. But a couple weeks ago, some friends called […]
December 6, 2018 by lisabarlage Do you need to purchase a gift for the person who has it all? Are you trying to avoid the crush of busy stores? Or maybe you aren’t great at cyber shopping? If one of these describes you or you’re just intrigued, let’s look at a list of “Outside the […]
May 29, 2013 by lisabarlage When it comes to fruits and vegetables, vary your colors, cooking methods, and consumption for optimal nutrition. If you are concerned about preventing or controlling many of the chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, or diabetes, consider visiting MyPlate.gov and consume the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables recommended […]
February 27, 2017 by marilynrabe The recent stretch of nice weather has hopefully inspired you to get outside and get moving! Many of us tend to exercise less over the cold days of winter but now would be a great time to plan your activities for the coming months. Probably the easiest, cheapest, and most […]
February 28, 2013 by marilynrabe As spring weather approaches, many of us will be taking our exercise activities outside. Walking is one of the most popular and easiest ways for us to improve our health. But, you won’t walk for long if your feet are hurting. It is important that we have properly fitting shoes […]
May 13, 2013 by bethstefura Be prepared for the upcoming storm season. Have a plan with your family and review it frequently to ensure everyone’s safety. The American Red Cross recommends reading these storm safety tips to be prepared and having these emergency supplies on hand in a safe place with easy access: Make a […]
August 25, 2011 by Pat Brinkman For most of us dairy is an important source of calcium, protein, potassium and (depending on the dairy food) Vitamin D. However, some people have problems with eating diary and then we hear of other concerns. So are dairy foods healthy or not? Bones – Milk critics have believed […]
May 6, 2013 by lisabarlage One of the most concerning health related issues facing children today is the rise of childhood obesity. In fact, statistics say that one out of five children is considered overweight, and since 1980, the rates of childhood obesity have doubled and teenage obesity has tripled. In our hectic lives, we […]
If I Had My Life to Live Over Again “If I had my life to live over again, I’d try to make more mistakes next time. I would relax. I would limber up. I would be sillier than I have been this trip. I know of a very few things I would take seriously. I […]
September 8, 2016 by Shannon Carter Back to school means back to packing school lunches. Children need a healthy lunch with the right calories and nutrients to help them learn, grow, and play. Not only do we want to pack our kids a healthy lunch, we want them to eat it, too! Sometimes we need […]
As spring time arrives, there are many busy schedules with work, school activities, children’s sports schedules and other countless activities that can leave families with minimal time for sit down meals. This ultimately can affect food choices and family meal time. Ideally, it is healthiest to avoid the fast food venue. In the event you […]
Eat Fish for Better Health Do you eat fish at least twice a week? Studies show you should do this for good health. Seafood is high in nutrients, including healthy Omega- 3 fats. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends adults eating about 8 ounces of seafood per week. Eating a variety of seafood can […]
June 27, 2011 by linnettegoard As people age they typically need less food (less calories), but about the same amount of most vitamins and minerals. This means that older adults need to focus on eating nutrient-dense foods — those high in vitamins and minerals at a lower calorie “cost”. Nutrient-dense foods include most fruits and vegetables, […]