December 3, 2012 by jennyeven The Centers for Disease Control recommends we get 30 minutes of exercise a day at least 5 days a week. However, most people say they don’t have the time. Between the demands of a busy lifestyle – work or school, family and errands – it may be difficult to get a trip […]
Plastic, a ubiquitous material that was once admired for its durability, flexibility, and endless number of uses. Historically, plastic was developed as an alternative to natural ivory in 1869 by John Wesley Hyatt. The popularity of the game billiards contributed to the strain of the supply of ivory, leading to a New York firm offering […]
One of the most overlooked and easy-to-access health remedies is getting outdoors, or as I like to say, taking your Vitamin N(Nature). There are numerous scientific studies, some old and some new, that demonstrate the benefits of spending time out in nature. For a quick summary, you can skim the American Psychological Association’s review of […]
Live Healthy Live Well Blog readers and followers, We moved to our new platform u.osu.edu/livehealthyosu at the beginning of March. Have you been following along with us there? If you haven’t checked out our new site yet, be sure to visit it and subscribe so you don’t miss any new content! Here are the articles […]
March 5, 2025 by llhalladay Hello, Live Healthy Live Well Blog readers and followers, After much contemplation and consideration, we are moving our blog to a new platform. Our new platform will allow for better features and accessibility. What does this mean for you? You will still be able to follow along with us at […]
As we start the new year, this is a perfect time to look at our perspectives on our health and well-being. 2023 brings new possibilities especially when it comes to our health and wellness routines. After the ball drops on New Year’s Eve, many people start out highly motivated and determined that this year things […]
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, […]
March is just around the corner and so is celebrating National Nutrition Month. This is a yearly celebration during the month of March to create awareness about making informed food choices, as well as developing healthful eating and physical activity habits. What a great time to celebrate nutrition month, as we say goodbye to winter […]
As the weather warms up and fresh vegetables are readily available there are many good choices to add vegetables to your outdoor grilled meals. It not only keeps the heat out of the kitchen, it adds variety to your family meals. Outdoor grilling can be a healthy, low-fat way to cook. Place large vegetables such […]
October 15, 2015 by Pat Brinkman What is one of the dirtiest items in your purse or pocket besides money? Probably, your cell phone. Stop for a minute and think about where and when you used your cell phone. We carry them everywhere, rushing to answer or check a text message with dirty hands. We […]
August 13, 2020 by sharigallup If you are out and about at farmers markets this summer, don’t be afraid of the monster zucchini! Finding fresh and unique food for a bargain is always exciting. This weekend at the market I found a zucchini the size of Texas for .50 cents! I hesitated to buy it […]
February 3, 2012 by lisabarlage The most frequent question I have had in the past month from friends, co-workers, or family members who know I am interested in nutrition and health is “What is the best breakfast cereal?” or “What do I look for in my breakfast cereal?”. I think many of them have decided […]
August 3, 2021 by Emily Marrison There are so many things I enjoy about summertime, and admittedly, much of it revolves around food. Fresh peaches are delightful with a wide variety of ways to enjoy them. Though Georgia most likely comes to mind as the peach capital of the US, according to Clemson Cooperative Extension, […]
July 4, 2013 by lisabarlage Family reunions . . . some individuals and families love them; some hate them and avoid them like the plague. Regardless of your thoughts, family reunions play a vital role in strengthening families. They are designed to establish healthy family relationships by providing opportunities for family members to connect/reconnect, reminisce, […]
