December 8, 2011 by smith3993 During the holidays we are more apt to sit down for a meal with family and friends. During the rest of the year it is not as common, although as educators in the Family and Consumer Sciences area we wish it were, for families to eat a meal seated together. […]
December 13, 2012 by lisabarlage In addition to Christmas or other holiday dinners, many of us also host or attend bowl game parties or New Year’s Eve events during late December and early January. What do you have planned? I am a college football junkie, so snack foods that my family can eat during the […]
Taking care of your brain health should be a priority throughout the year, but warmer weather brings many opportunities to show your brain some love. The Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation shares the four pillars of fitness that are crucial to promoting brain health. The first pillar of nutritional fitness includes a good healthy Mediterranean […]
June 14, 2012 by marilynrabe Local Foods – Fresh and Healthy! Most of us will agree that fresh and unprocessed food is usually a healthier and tastier choice. Now that we are heading into summer in Ohio, we will have more and more choices when it comes to choosing and using fresh foods that are grown […]
September 19, 2011 by lisabarlage Have you ever stopped to think about the number of times you have been asked to do something and you really don’t have the time? For instance, when the president of the athletic boosters asks if you wouldn’t mind coordinating the car wash fund raiser or your colleague pleads with […]
November 27, 2012 by linnettegoard Holiday spending can put a lot of stress on you and your wallet. In this economy, you cannot possibly give your children or grandchildren everything they want. Instead of adding more stress to your life by having bills pile up in the New Year, this holiday season can be made […]
Cleaning up messes? Flu season? Coughing and sneezing? Grab those disinfectant wipes! Germs will be gone, right? Yes, but those wipes may contain Environmental Protection Agency-registered pesticides. Yes that’s right, pesticides. Some of these products should not be used around children, especially small children. Many of the ingredients in these products have been linked with […]
Overwhelming words for many at the end of the day! We are busier than ever, and outsourcing grocery shopping and meal preparation is quite appealing. Home delivered meal services are popular and offer quick, tasty, and convenient meals. Are these meals nutritious and worth the extra money? These meal kits are a lifesaver for many […]
Do you eat while watching TV? Or in front of your computer? Or while working? Recent research has indicated that distracted eating can lead to increased calorie consumption. Several of these studies compared two groups of eaters – those who ate in front of the TV and those who didn’t. The basic findings were that those […]
November 3, 2011 by zies1 During these times of high food prices, you might be asking yourself “What can I do to save money?” A smart spending plan at the grocery store is one way to make ends meet. Below are some specific money-saving ideas to consider: Know How Much You’re Spending– When you spend […]
A couple months ago, I wrote a blog titled Accomplish MORE in LESS Time. I was tired of feeling like I was so busy at times, yet not feeling like I accomplished as much as I could or should. I wanted to make some changes to my schedule and my work habits. I started researching […]
February is not only a time to celebrate love and Valentine’s Day with hearts, it is a time to raise awareness of Congenital Heart Defects and Diseases. Two years ago, I would have let February pass by like any other month, with the exception of flowers and candy from my husband. However, everything changed in […]
December 2, 2011 by lisabarlage What is your holiday family tradition? Do you have certain foods that you have to have on New Year’s Day, Christmas, Thanksgiving, or during a football bowl game? Do you have a special way you decorate your holiday tree, your porch, or front door? Do you have a special book […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged beta carotene, good hygiene, healthy eating, Healthy Living, herbs and spices, immune system, kimchi, probiotics, processed foods, sleep, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, zinc on May 7, 2020| 2 Comments » Today we are reminded of the importance of a healthy immune system. Our body’s ability to fight infection and disease […]