November 12, 2013 by lisabarlage Are you interested in maintaining your weight or even losing a few pounds during this holiday season? Could you use some encouragement and guidance but don’t have time to attend classes? Give our Zero Holiday Weight Gain holiday wellness challenge a try. “Zero Holiday Weight Gain Challenge” is an on-line […]
April 15, 2013 by Michelle Treber I have things about my family that I wonder about . . . . How did my grandparents meet? What was life like for them years ago? What were their family traditions? According to the Search Institute, family assets are the everyday things that families do to be strong, even […]
According to a 2018 Nielsen report, 39% of Americans are shifting toward eating more plant-based foods – for various reasons and to varying degrees. Some potential draws of a plant-based diet include health benefits, food safety, cost savings, ethics, and sustainability. As depicted in the graphic below from Illinois Extension, plant-based eating can range from […]
November 4, 2021 by zies1 Did you know that fish is like a multivitamin for our brains? Fish and shellfish supply the nutrients, vitamins and omega-3s essential for brain development, strong bones, a healthy heart and immune system. This time of year, many people are looking for ways to “boost” their immune system . Good […]
This is a perfect time of year to teach our children about being thankful. The Thanksgiving holiday has many opportunities to create new family traditions that will bring the real meaning of thankfulness and gratitude to a personal level for our children. Even is the mist of extremely challenging circumstances, we can find something to […]
January 24, 2017 by Kathy Tutt If you are lucky enough to have elderly parents, you know what a precious gift it is to have them. However, with this precious gift of time, there are some challenges that occur as they age and need your help. It is difficult when the roles of parent and […]
April 23, 2019 by lisabarlage It is the season where many of us are spending hours (or even days) at a ball park or sports field. You may be there for yourself, your spouse, or more likely with your children or grandchildren. But have you planned ahead to keep yourself and your loved ones protected […]
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 […]
Rainbow over green fields When I wrote my blog Certainty in Uncertain Times in March, little did I know how many things would change over the next 8 months. I didn’t know I would still be working primarily from home, not see my colleagues for a year except on Zoom, all the conferences I attend […]
The world of nutrition spans different cultures. Have you ever considered celebrating and learning about different cuisines? Have you ever wondered what your plate would look like with Asian cuisine? Filipino cuisine? Latin American cuisine? The possibilities are endless. You can use MyPlate as a guide and enjoy various cuisines from all over the world. The […]
May 16, 2013 by lisabarlage Before the days of supermarkets, many families relied on growing their own vegetables and preserving them for use over the long winter months. If you’re thinking about putting in a vegetable garden this season, you’ll have plenty of company. Raising edible plants is the fastest-growing trend in gardening. Whether you […]
Photo by Juliano Ferreira on Pexels.com Good Mental Health is a Precursor to Good Physical Health It’s no secret that our society is living longer. Based on the U.S. 2017 Census Report, by 2040 the number of individuals 85 years old and over are projected to increase by 129%. The thought of my friends and […]
June 4, 2020 by bethstefura COVID-19, social distancing and recent stay at home orders have impacted all aspects of life, including our finances. Protecting health has been a top priority in recent times. We all need to be following guidelines and making our best efforts to stay physically and mentally healthy to prevent disease. Maintaining […]
There is a popular sitcom with an infamous scene about what does it mean to “fold in the cheese”? The dynamic mother-son duo dispute how to fold in cheese…with neither knowing how to fold, leaves me laughing with tears in my eyes every time! When baking it is important to know the differences between common […]