October 28, 2013 by Michelle Treber Halloween is right around the corner and can be a fun filled family time. My sister has an open-house event, complete with healthy chili cooking in the crock-pot and the adults dress up to pass out the treats. It is fun to see the surprise on the faces of […]
October 29, 2012 by Pat Brinkman With the colder weather it seems more people develop colds. Who’s likely to catch a cold? Are there ways we can avoid catching a cold? When researchers expose healthy people to cold viruses, 85 to 90 percent become infected, but only about half will develop cold symptoms. So why […]
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 […]
What were once considered to be novelty products, plant-based milk alternatives are now a norm in the grocery store. Whether you choose to consume plant-based milk alternatives due to health complications, personal beliefs, or purely based on preference, deciding on the best plant-based beverage for you or your family can be challenging. There are a […]
November 21, 2011 by lisabarlage Tis the season to be thankful and jolly and . . . stressed out? It doesn’t have to be that way. Even amid the hustle and bustle of parties, shopping, and decorating, you can keep your cool and enjoy the holidays. The stresses that plague us this time of year […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged #Tweet Chat, Food Decisions, fresh produce, Fruits & Vegetables, Healthy Living, Nutrition, Superfoods, Vegetables, Wellness on September 25, 2014| Leave a Comment » From Brussels sprouts and blueberries to salmon and sweet potatoes, there is a lot to learn about super foods! OSU Extension professionals will be sharing information on […]
September 17, 2015 by jennyeven If you’re confused by all of the healthy cooking oils in the supermarket, don’t be. From almond to walnut, today’s cooking oils offer benefits as well as disadvantages. Just be sure to read the label, check the price, and be willing to experiment. Here’s a primer on the hottest new […]
We come home from work and we are hungry and are looking for something to eat right away. Are we really hungry or is it a habit? It is easy to walk in the door and be triggered to eat. So, the next time you get a craving for foods ask yourself, how you are […]
April 27, 2015 by lisabarlage Safe, high quality home canned foods begin with the right equipment, used properly. Why risk losing your time and food dollar through spoilage? Check and assemble good equipment before the season begins, then maintain it well. Check jars and bands. Discard chipped jars and rusted or distorted bands. Have pressure […]
April 11, 2019 by Daniel Remley Photo by Peng LIU on Pexels.com In Ohio, it’s hard to get away from that orange glow in the sky. The glow stems from our cities and towns, restaurants, car dealerships, street lights, but invades our night sky so we can’t see the stars and constellations. According to scientists, […]
February 12, 2012 by zies1 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 […]
If you’re confused by all of the healthy cooking oils in the supermarket, don’t be. From almond to walnut, today’s cooking oils offer benefits as well as disadvantages. Just be sure to read the label, check the price, and be willing to experiment. Here’s a primer on the hottest new cooking oils available on store […]
It seems like when something upsetting happens, it isn’t usually one small thing at a time. It is many small things that add up to big things and then BOOM! I am overwhelmed with disappointment. Disappointment in my own reactions, disappointment in others, and disappointment in the situation(s). Lately, these situations have been coming at […]
The accumulation of bacteria Top 10 Points to Remember: (1) The change in the human diet that has had THE BIGGEST impact on our health is (1) the drop in the amount of fiber we eat, and (2) the diversity of the fiber we eat. (2) When you starve your good bacteria (by not eating […]