Cell phone Is your cell phone at risk of someone accessing it? Our phones have contacts, pictures, videos, directions, social media links, banking, and all kinds of other information. I recently went to The Ohio State University’s Cyber security day. I learned it is not hard for hackers to get information off our phones, but […]
An important seasonal topic that can continue during the COVID-19 pandemic is growing and eating fresh local produce. Good news: whether you grow a garden or not, local Ohio farmers are committed to supplying us with fresh produce during the growing season. Vegetable gardening offers easy access to fresh, in-season produce for all ages and […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged beverages, Calories, Energy drinks, food choices, Food Decisions, health, health benefits, healthy choices, Healthy Living, Nutrition, snacks, Sports Drinks, sugar beverages, Wellness on September 29, 2014| Leave a Comment » Need more energy? Have this energy drink. If you are playing a sport, you need a sports drink. Really, do […]
October 14, 2013 by marilynrabe As adults, we recognize the importance of getting enough sleep each night. It is easy for us to see how much better we feel and how much better we function when we have had a good night’s sleep. When it comes to our children though we may not think about […]
March 11, 2019 by hreister How much do you know about E-cigarettes (e-cigs, juul, e-hookahs, vape pens, tank systems, etc.)? If you are like me, it wasn’t much until I heard about a child at my son’s school being suspended for possessing one. Suddenly, I took notice and I am glad I did. E-cigs work […]
September 5, 2011 by lisabarlage “What is Labor Day for anyway?” Just a day off work and school? An official end to summer? A patriotic holiday for Americans? A chance to eat great food with my friends and family? The signal to put your white pants and shoes away until next Memorial Day? According to […]
July 3, 2012 by Pat Brinkman Have you tried grilling vegetables and fruit? Grilling can bring out the flavors in fruits and vegetables, but watch out as they quickly burn. It’s important not to get the food too close to the coals (or gas), so it heats before it starts to blacken. Here are some […]
After all the fun family activities and festivities surrounding the holidays, many people find themselves experiencing a big let-down or what some might call the “winter blues”. Typically, there is such anticipation and jubilation heading into the holidays that once it is all over, we find ourselves asking the question “Now what?” According to the […]
Many of us plan to eat healthier but sometimes “life” gets in the way. Do you pack the same old thing for your lunch? Do you run through a drive-thru just for the convenience? If this sounds like you, keep reading for tips to help you eat a healthier lunch. March is National Nutrition Month, […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged bean salsa recipe, celebrate your plate, Fruits & Vegetables, health, Health Hack, Healthy Snacks, hummus, Low calorie snack ideas, Nutrition, Snack Hacks on September 28, 2020| 1 Comment » It’s 3 pm – a few hours since lunch but not quite time for dinner. Your stomach starts to rumble a […]
There are some specific nutrients we are looking to gain when consuming dairy and not all milk is created equal. So let’s crack the shell on nut milk and see how some popular milk alternatives stack up to cow’s milk when it comes to the nutrition facts label. Cow’s milk Nutrition Facts: Non-fat Skim Milk […]
April 18, 2013 by marilynrabe I’m sure you have noticed how large the meals are that we are served when we eat out. Often the amounts we serve ourselves or our families at home are just as oversized as the restaurant portions. How can we control the calories we are eating each day to help […]
September 11, 2017 by jmlobb Greek Veggie Wrap Every day, millions of people pack lunches to take to work or send to school with their kids. Maybe you are one of them! There are many benefits to packing lunch. When you pack your own lunch or prepare lunch for a child, you are able to […]
July 29, 2021 by Kellie Lemly I have been dealing with “girl bullying” with my daughters. I even went to the school, but the teacher dismissed it and stated, “Oh, she wouldn’t do that! I can’t see her saying that.” At that moment I was angry that the teacher completely dismissed my daughter’s feelings and did […]