Every year, a few new words or terms that make their way into common language. While they’re usually words that describe new trends or technologies (glamping, cryptocurrency) one that I’ve heard a lot lately is Mom Guilt. And while the use of the term has only recently gone mainstream, I imagine that the emotion has been […]
October 18, 2012 by Dana Brown With Halloween and Harvest festivities right around the corner, it’s time to pick out costumes and get ready to go Trick or Treating (or Trunk or Treating). Traditionally, most people handout goodies that the kids love to eat including candy and other sugar products. While it’s okay to indulge […]
Missing your gym? Not sure you are doing a good job working out? We know being active is important as it: reduces our risk of illness, reduces stress levels, and helps us sleep better. It’s probably more of a challenge now for many. My home does not have the machines and all the weights I […]
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 from the sun, insects, or […]
Salads aren’t always diet food . . . the salad bar, where croutons and creamy dressings are abundant, can be a dietary minefield. However, if you choose the rights ingredients, a salad can make a perfect meal. Salads don’t have to be boring! Salads can be an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Dress […]
Spaghetti squash is a vegetable that can be used in place of traditional spaghetti pasta with your favorite sauce. It is full of folic acid, potassium, beta carotene, fiber, and Vitamins A and C – with a one cup serving coming in at 42 calories, versus the almost 200 calories a traditional cup of pasta […]
In 1903, the “chew and spit” diet was the newest craze. In order to lose weight you would chew your food 32 times and then spit it out. The year 1925 brought about an even better diet: the cigarette diet. Not surprisingly, Lucky Strikes was behind the idea to “reach for a Lucky instead of […]
Basil Herb Bowl My herb pots are growing and I need to harvest some of them. All of the rain we’ve had this summer in Ohio has made them lush and ready to pick. I’ve enjoyed substituting fresh herbs for dried herbs in many dishes this summer. Let’s talk about a couple of dishes we’ve […]
June 5, 2014 by lisabarlage Smoothies continue to be a popular treat at restaurants; although special equipment is promoted to make them it is not necessary. While we think of them as a tasty way to increase our dairy and fruit consumption, they can also be a wonderful way to slide in a few vegetables. […]
November 1, 2021 by Emily Marrison This time of year can be more comfortable than the dog days of summer to work on cleaning projects around your home. There are many reasons that people choose to make their own cleaning mixtures. For some, it is the simple knowledge of what they are using. Unlike food […]
Basil Herb Bowl My herb pots are growing and I need to harvest some of them. All of the rain we’ve had this summer in Ohio has made them lush and ready to pick. I’ve enjoyed substituting fresh herbs for dried herbs in many dishes this summer. Let’s talk about a couple of dishes we’ve […]
Website Details Jennifer Even, MEd, Ohio State University Extension, Hamilton County. Her specialization is nutrition, health and wellness. Her teaching efforts focus on diabetes education, worksite wellness, and food security. « Newer Posts
April 2, 2018 by Shannon Carter Have you been touched by autism? I have a friend whose child has severe autism, limiting speech and functioning. She embraces her son and helps him with so many challenges and yet the struggle can be exhausting. I recently met an artist whose creative genius can be attributed to […]
Live Healthy Live Well is a team of Ohio State University Extension Educators and Specialist in Family and Consumer Sciences concerned with health and wellness. Our goal is to help individuals improve their health through science-based information. These educational messages are designed to encourage individuals to make informed choices about healthy eating, active living, overall improved wellness. […]
