Ready or not, the holiday season is right around the corner! Between black Friday, cyber Monday, and giving Tuesday, there is a lot of pressure to overspend around the holidays. Add in out-of-town visitors, shopping, travel, and overeating, and there you have the recipe for a stressful holiday season. When we realize we have put […]
Did you know $1.8 billion dollars is spent on marketing foods to school-aged youth? Or that the average child sees 12-16 advertisements per day promoting food products high in saturated fat, sugar, or sodium? These statistics have created public scrutiny on the food advertised to children. In 2006, the Better Business Bureau formed the Children’s Food […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, tagged coping skills, COVID-19, life disruptions, media exposure, recovery, tragedy, trauma, Traumatic events on July 2, 2020| Leave a Comment » COVID-19 is the largest global disruption since World War II. Sudden illness, disability, death, financial insecurity, virtual graduations and postponed weddings are all traumatic events that some have […]
Social connection is vital to human existence, but we have become more isolated over time. In fact, loneliness and isolation, which threaten our health and well-being, have become a major U.S. health concern, according to an advisory from the Surgeon General. Over the past few decades, U.S. social trends indicate that companionship and engagement with […]
January 7, 2025 by bandy52 Winter is a season that is often spent indoors, in a blanket, in cozy clothes. This time of year we see lots of health trends resurface that focus on diet and exercise. However, one habit that provides lifelong health benefits seldom makes the list: sleep. Sleep is often overlooked as […]
July 31, 2020 by lisabarlage The pandemic prompted many more people to plant vegetable gardens this year. Both seed companies and Extension Master Gardener programs have noticed this increase between purchases and visits to online courses and resources. Some people had the time to plant because they were off work or working at home, others […]
May 30, 2023 by taylor.4411 Most people have the urge to be more active during the summer months, but with our busy schedules, getting active can seem impossible. It is recommended that adults get around 150 minutes of exercise each week. The good news is that you can be physically active throughout your entire day, […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, Mindfulness, tagged death, Eat well, Enjoy life, Exercise, Family life, Forgiveness, fresh air, grateful, happiness, Home life, life well lived, Live well, obituary, sleep, Smiling, Volunteer, Wellness, Work life on September 3, 2018| Leave a Comment » “After 96 years of vigorous living, Ralph passed peacefully. His enthusiasm for […]
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 […]
Photo by Pragyan Bezbaruah on Pexels.com Over the last few weeks I have been pondering a difficult decision. With all the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, I honestly do not know how I feel about my children returning to school – whether that means virtual learning or in the classroom. Many of these feeling came when […]
Did you know that 12 ounces of sweetened tea has 135 calories in it? Or that 12 ounces of regular soda has 136 calories? There is an alternative to these sugary drinks that can not only help you cut the calories but increase your overall well-being. The Ohio State University Extension has developed a campaign, […]
I don’t know about you, but 2018 was a whirlwind of a year for me! It was full of exciting events, like my younger son’s high school graduation, my daughter’s first year of high school and marching band, and several concerts that my husband and I attended. Professionally, I participated in a leadership program with […]
July 2, 2020 by bethstefura COVID-19 is the largest global disruption since World War II. Sudden illness, disability, death, financial insecurity, virtual graduations and postponed weddings are all traumatic events that some have experienced because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Trauma is experienced in many forms. Personal tragedy, violent crime, job loss, bullying, abuse, divorce, and […]
Friendship is one of the most elevating aspects of life. Besides fun and connection, friendship can provide important emotional and physical support. Friendship also plays a central role in our overall well-being. Recent studies suggest, “People who value social relationships are likelier to be happy than those who value achievements in other life domains, such […]
