December 17, 2013 by lisabarlage At no other time of the year do most American families gather together for food, family, fellowship, and fun than at the holiday season. We take off work to travel across the country or across town to gather for memorable moments and to eat delicious food, renew relationships, and watch […]
August 8, 2013 by kathygreen24 Many parents want the best for their children. This includes school success. Every child has the power to succeed in school and every parent, can help. What parents say and do can help children develop positive attitudes toward school and learning and build confidence in themselves as learners. Showing children […]
As the summer school break comes to an end and packing lunches is a nightly routine, it is important to remember to make sure the lunch is handles properly and safe to eat. Perishable food must be kept cold. Here are some back to school food safety tips: Clean – Clean Hands, Clean Surfaces Wash […]
The month of December and all the Holiday events, can be stressful for familes. Here are a few tips to help reduce the stress during this month of December. One step at a time * Those around you will appreciate more time with a relaxed you- the best “present” you can give is your unruffled […]
December 17, 2013 by lisabarlage At no other time of the year do most American families gather together for food, family, fellowship, and fun than at the holiday season. We take off work to travel across the country or across town to gather for memorable moments and to eat delicious food, renew relationships, and watch […]
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 10, 2014 by Shannon Carter I can almost smell the celery and onions sautéing as they await grandma’s stuffing recipe… Mmmmmm… Have you also been thinking about your Thanksgiving meal, either what you will prepare or what you will eat? Food is an important part of most holiday traditions and memories, especially Thanksgiving. This […]
February 9, 2015 by Candace J. Heer I like to dance. I am not even talking about any particular style of dance – just moving around to the music. I know I am not very good at it, and almost always I think I look out of sorts when I see myself in the living […]
April 16, 2012 by lisabarlage RELAX!!! Today is National Stress Awareness Day. This is your opportunity to recognize that there is plenty of stress in your life… as if you didn’t already know. More importantly, today is an opportunity to learn, and to do something about the stress…… before it drives you batty or worse. […]
November 5, 2020 by bethstefura With the holiday season almost here, discussions are being held to determine the best practice to celebrate without putting ourselves in the path of the coronavirus. Older adults need to be exceptionally careful, especially those with high blood pressure, heart, lung, kidney or liver disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. […]
December 19, 2011 by Michelle Treber Hunger strikes and you are out shopping for the holidays. No time to cook? It is so convenient to go through the drive thru and pick up a meal. Instead of ordering the first thing you see on the menu, plan ahead to pick some healthier choices. If you […]
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 […]
November 5, 2020 by bethstefura With the holiday season almost here, discussions are being held to determine the best practice to celebrate without putting ourselves in the path of the coronavirus. Older adults need to be exceptionally careful, especially those with high blood pressure, heart, lung, kidney or liver disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. […]
What goes into the body dictates what comes out. Did you know your poop may actually be a useful reference tool for you to judge the quality of your diet? Take some time to look into the toilet before you flush; you may be surprised at the contents. Poop Poop is an important indicator of […]