March 27, 2014 by bethstefura Eco therapy or the growing field of outdoor practices connects us to the healing benefits of nature. Decrease stress, improve your immune response, lower your blood pressure and make your sleep more peaceful by using these strategies. Go outside. Researchers in the United States and Japan have determined that simply […]
August 3, 2020 by Daniel Remley No it won’t, but it might help if you get infected, and over time might help your overall quality of life. I saw an interesting post on social media suggesting that following a healthy diet might protect us from coronavirus in addition to social distancing, wearing masks, etc. Science […]
November 3, 2014 by lisabarlage According to Mark Twain, “Eat a live frog first thing in the morning and nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day.” After reading Brian Tracy’s book Eat That Frog! 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time, I have come to […]
November 1, 2012 by lisabarlage The Possibilities are Endless The sandwich is a staple in the American diet. With unlimited options, one could eat a different sandwich every day of the year. National Sandwich Day is celebrated on November 3 in recognition of John Montague, the fourth Earl of Sandwich. As the story goes, […]
June 3, 2013 by lisabarlage School is out and it won’t be long before you hear that common theme from your children or grandchildren “I’m bored! There isn’t anything to do!” To stop summer brain drain, the research supported fact that most children lose part of their prior learning; it is a good idea to […]
February 11, 2020 by sharigallup February is American Heart Month but it’s also my favorite time of year and always has been since I can remember! And to make this month even more meaningful I had a special gift delivered on Valentine’s Day – a baby boy! What a gift he is! But each day […]
February 29, 2016 by Jami Dellifield Does the thought of exercise, of sweating, of getting off of the couch and out of your pajamas fill you with dread? For most of us, we would rather make excuses than take small steps to get up and get moving. But who wouldn’t want to be healthier? Wouldn’t […]
September 3, 2014 by Michelle Treber Tart cherries have powerful secret nutrients. Studies have found that the antioxidants in tart cherries continue to increase until they reach peak ripeness. Consuming them when they are ripe will offer you the most benefits. These properties called anthocyanins could improve our health by: Cutting down on inflammation and […]
November 8, 2012 by bethstefura Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate your blessings and is often centered on a feast with family and friends. Thanksgiving dinner usually features traditional dishes such as turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, yams, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, rolls and homemade pies. This can easily add up to 3000 calories! Your […]
August 15, 2018 by jmlobb It’s been over thirty years since Chia Pets were all the rage, and today, chia is popular once again! This time around, though, chia seeds are trending in the food world because of their nutritional benefits. Hailing from a plant in the mint family, chia seeds have long been cultivated […]
September 12, 2016 by Candace J. Heer When I started my “second career” as an Extension Educator I knew there were things I “knew” and things I did not “know” regarding Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS). One learns that with age comes the reality that you don’t know everything nor do you need to – […]
December 5, 2016 by bethstefura The holidays are a time for eating delicious food and spending time with friends and family. Studies show the average American gains one pound during the holiday season. If you are on a special diet due to elevated blood pressure or high cholesterol, holiday foods can be tricky. No one […]
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 […]
July 8, 2011 by lisabarlage Blended fruit smoothies are available at almost any restaurant, café, or drive through today. While they are not super expensive, they can cost up to $3 or $4 for something you can make yourself for under $1. Most smoothies include fruit, fruit juice, yogurt or milk, and crushed ice – […]