On a recent trip to New York City I visited an Irish pub. As I sat and enjoyed the surroundings, I began to realize that when patrons left the pub, they would ring a bell that hung from the ceiling and recite poetry. At first I thought the activity was quirky and fun, but as […]
June 11, 2018 by Misty Harmon It is unfortunate that it takes a tragedy, or several, for people to start talking about an issue. With the recent celebrity suicides, one can hardly go through the day without seeing or hearing something about mental health or suicide. While these losses of life are tragic, the fact […]
March 11, 2013 by lisabarlage According to a January, 2013 online “Work and Well-Being Survey” conducted on behalf of the American Psychological Association, more than one-third of American workers experience chronic work stress. These workers report they don’t feel valued at work, lack opportunities for advancement, and have heavy workloads. Almost two-thirds of the workers […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged brain health, breakfast, charcuterie, cheeses, cured meats, Dietary Guidelines, dietitan, Fruits, Healthy, healthy meals, snacks, veggies on January 20, 2022| Leave a Comment » Charcuterie boards have recently become one of my favorite ways to create a meal. I have created a charcuterie board for various meals and snacks. According […]
June 29, 2015 by Michelle Treber The Dietary Guidelines encourage you to enjoy your food, but eat less and avoid oversized portions. We all know how tempting it is to finish your large sandwich, beverage, or large bagel. These oversized portions can contribute to weight gain. If you want to maintain or lose weight, try […]
Website Details Laura is the Family and Consumer Sciences Educator in Warren County. She has degrees from Cornell University, Miami University, and the University of Minnesota. She lives in Lebanon with her husband and two teenagers. They share their home with a Wheaten Terrier and three cats. In her free time, Laura enjoys birding, photography, […]
It seems “Happy, Happy, Happy” is sweeping the nation with nearly twelve million viewers of the popular reality television show, Duck Dynasty. Happy, Happy, Happy is the motto of Phil Robertson, one of its cast members. No, I’m not advocating you watch more television; or even take up duck hunting; however, there is something to […]
September 13, 2021 by bethstefura Recently, at girls’ night, a discussion was held about the challenges many faced this past year during the pandemic. Isolation, fear, contact restrictions, financial, illness, loss and food insecurities were discussed. The conversation quickly changed to activities that began during the pandemic we have enjoyed and wish to continue. Quality […]
July 19, 2012 by lisabarlage When the lights go out do Not open your refrigerator or freezer. Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. Plan ahead; keep an appliance thermometer in the refrigerator and freezer which can help you determine the safe zones! Make sure to look in at the zones […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged antioxidants, Apples, artichokes, arugula, beta-carotene, caffeine, Calories, cancer fighting, Diet and Cancer, healthy choices, healthy eating, Healthy Living, healthy weight, lean protein, lycopene, phytochemicals, red leaf lettuce, salads, spinach, tomatoes, Vitamin C on January 30, 2015| Leave a Comment » Choose colorful vegetables and greens for a nutritious meal. Lettuce […]
May 27, 2014 by marilynrabe We have officially started summer with the Memorial Day Weekend! The weather was beautiful in our part of Ohio and after weeks of cloudy, rainy cold weather, we were all ready to be outside and enjoy the warm sun. This is a good time to remind ourselves how to be […]
Heart disease is the most common cause of death in the United States (about 1 in 4 deaths). In this blog we have shared how dietary choices, including adding more plant foods reduces the risk of heart disease. Increasing physical activity is another important way to strengthen our hearts and bodies. Researchers are always learning […]
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You may have heard that “sitting is the new smoking.” Several recent research articles have sounded the alarms about the cardiovascular risk association with too much sedentary behavior. One study compared people who logged more than four hours of screen time to those with less than two and found a 125% increased risk in cardiovascular […]