Posted in Healthy People, tagged .protein foods, Cauliflower, Fiber, Food trends, lentils, puffed snacks, snacks, sodium, Ube, Vegetables on January 7, 2020| Leave a Comment » As we enter a new decade, be on the look out for new food trends. Here are five things to look for in the year 2020. 1. Purple Yam […]
Frequently, college students may not select or purchase the most healthful options while at school. With the major shift in environment and academics, students can put the focus of nutritious eating on the back burner. As a result, several college students tend to gain weight. Many factors can explain why students may not eat healthfully, […]
The study of bacteria has interested doctors and researchers for centuries. However, that interest was primarily focused on “bad” bacteria—pathogens that make us sick and cause disease. Over the last 20 years, there has been a tremendous increase in the study of “good” bacteria and its effect on our guts. In 1990, approximately 125 studies […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Beach Travel, CDC, Conservation, Conserving energy, Environmental Impact, environmental wellness, family, family time, International Travel, International Travel tips, Travel Tips, Travel Warnings, vacation on August 4, 2014| Leave a Comment » Where did the summer go? It seems like it was just the beginning of June and now the stores […]
“Lemon tree very pretty, and the lemon flower is sweet…” Anyone remember those lyrics from the old Peter, Paul, and Mary song? I was humming it in my head as I typed up this column. The reason I’ve got lemon trees on the brain is three-fold. To begin with, I recently received a gardening catalog […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Be Fit, Calcium, challenge, Exercise, Fiber, food choices, Food Decisions, Fruits & Vegetables, Get Healthy, Gluten, health, healthy choices, inorganic foods, Nutrition, organic foods, Superfoods, weight control, Wellness, whole grains on August 28, 2014| Leave a Comment » Join Ohio State University Extension for a six-week personal wellness challenge. This […]
Do you or a loved one take Singulair (generic name is Montelukast) for asthma or allergies? Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) acknowledged serious mental health side effects related to this popular medicine, prescribed to over 35 million people. The side effects include suicidal thoughts or actions, agitation, hallucinations, and depression. […]
Sometimes you need to find ways to sneak activity into your daily life! Below are some tips that might just help you be successful. Get everyone on board—sometimes it is tough to get the kids to change their lifestyle, but the example Mom and Dad set can go a long way toward adjusting the mindset […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Beach Travel, CDC, Conservation, Conserving energy, Environmental Impact, environmental wellness, family, family time, International Travel, International Travel tips, Travel Tips, Travel Warnings, vacation on August 4, 2014| Leave a Comment » Where did the summer go? It seems like it was just the beginning of June and now the stores […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, tagged cell phone battery, family safety, Fireworks, Fireworks Safety, food safety, food thermometers, Grilling, Healthy Living, Healthy Relationships, Holiday, minimum internal temperature, Outdoor Grilling Safety, Parades, Picnics, Safe Swimming, Swimming, Wellness on July 1, 2013| Leave a Comment » Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate our independence with […]
When I was little my grandmother loved everything about Hawaii and had the opportunity to travel there several times. She always wanted my sister and I to take a hula dance classes, but when you are a teenager, you don’t always want to do what your family asks of you. Fast forward 20+ years and […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged activity, Be Kind, Best Life, Daily chores, Dedicate, depression, Eat well, Hobby, Inspiration, kindness, Live well, Local newspaper, Procrastination, self care, sleep, Stress, Support Group, Value, Wellness toolkit on January 2, 2020| Leave a Comment » Depression is different for everyone. Managing depression is challenging. Often going to work, socializing […]
Did you know the body needs only a very small amount of sodium in the diet to function? According to the American Heart Association, that amount is less than 500 mg per day, which in cooking terms is about ¼ of a teaspoon. The reality, unfortunately, is that very few of us come close to […]
If you have been following me on my quest for a healthier lifestyle then you know I’ve been giving myself plenty of time to make meaningful changes to better my health. If you have not been following, I will link my 3 previous blog posts at the bottom. To start with great news, I’m down […]
