Summer has arrived and brings with it the time of year that families set off on summer vacation. It’s the time to step away from work deadlines, school and sporting events and the bustle of normal life. Vacation allows families the opportunity to spend quality time together. Traveling to exciting new places and seeing new […]
What are Ultra-processed foods? Ultra-processed foods are manufactured foods that went through many processes before getting to the supermarket. Most of these foods could not be made at home, as you would not be able to purchase all the ingredients needed, such as colorings, emulsifiers, anti-caking agents, hydrogenated oils, protein isolates, and modified starches (to […]
Should I walk faster or does it count when I walk slow? That depends on what benefits you are seeking to achieve. Losing Weight – The waist circumference of each group was reduced the same amount when they walked moderately and briskly in a recent study sponsored by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Thus, […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Blood Pressure, caffeine, caffeine acts, coffee, depression, drinks, endurance exercise, food choices, health, healthy behaviors, healthy choices, Heart Disease, Lifestyles, lifting weights, motor tasks, pregnancy women, sleep, Stress, stress reduction, weight control, Wellness, workplace on December 6, 2012| Leave a Comment » Are you ready for your morning coffee? With […]
September 6, 2012 by marilynrabe As we quickly transfer from summer to fall, the thought of biting into a wonderful, fresh Ohio apple comes to mind! Is there anything quite as good – and good for you? A medium raw 2 ½ inch apple contains Vitamin C, Potassium, about 4 grams of fiber and only about […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged bean recipe, bean salsa, bean salsa recipe, Black bean and corn salad, Calories, food choices, Food Decisions, Fruits & Vegetables, fruits and vegetables, health, healthy broccoli salad, healthy choices, healthy party recipes, healthy snack recipe, Healthy Tailgate, healthy tailgate recipes, hummus, Nutrition, raw broccoli salad, Tailgate recipes, Wellness on October […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Columbus Dispatch, cucumbers, dipes, easy recipes, farmers market recipes, healthy dip recipes, lynds fruit farm, Newark Advocate, ohio proud, summer recipes, yogurt dips on June 9, 2022| Leave a Comment » Farmers markets are in high gear and cucumbers will soon be multiplying right before our eyes! Cucumbers are a […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged bean recipe, bean salsa, bean salsa recipe, Black bean and corn salad, Calories, food choices, Food Decisions, Fruits & Vegetables, fruits and vegetables, health, healthy broccoli salad, healthy choices, healthy party recipes, healthy snack recipe, Healthy Tailgate, healthy tailgate recipes, hummus, Nutrition, raw broccoli salad, Tailgate recipes, Wellness on October […]
According to MyPlate.gov, snacks can help kids get nutrients needed to grow. This blog will show some ideas to help you make creative snacks with veggies & fruits. By making food fun, you may encourage your child to try something new. If possible, involve your child in food preparation or cooking. Kids like to try […]
In our efforts to improve nutrition and choose “healthy foods”, it can sometimes be a challenge to know what is healthy and what is not. One measure of how a food fits in to your efforts to “eat healthy” is to look at how many important nutrients the food provides for the amount of calories […]
Should I walk faster or does it count when I walk slow? That depends on what benefits you are seeking to achieve. Losing Weight – The waist circumference of each group was reduced the same amount when they walked moderately and briskly in a recent study sponsored by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Thus, […]
During the upcoming holiday season, I encourage you to make time to enjoy an extra family meal together. Family meals can nourish your mind, body and soul. They provide a great opportunity to enjoy better conversations and strengthen your family ties by spending quality, focused mealtimes together. You can also use family mealtime to encourage […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, Mindfulness, tagged Be Kind, be present, coronavirus, COVID-19, Daily reflections, Designated work space, Eat well, Exercise, Experience aquariums, Experience life, Experience museums, Experience zoos, handwashing, mindful eating, Mindfulness, physical activity, routine, Sanitizer, Stay-at Home, Uni-task, Virtual book club, Virtual concert, Virtual tour on April 2, 2020| 1 Comment » […]
Mid-May and farmers’ markets are back. Farmers’ markets are great places to get fresh produce (often picked that morning) and get inspired to eat and/or cook with fresh ingredients. Since this is the beginning of the fresh produce season in Ohio, produce will probably be limited for a few weeks. Produce you may find include: […]
