What does it mean to be prepared? I recently attended a presentation on disaster preparedness sponsored by our local FEMA agency, learning there what I need to do for my household. The FEMA agent explained that their role in an emergency is to coordinate emergency response for larger scale disasters, but they are counting on […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, tagged drug drop box, Drug take back day, families and drugs, Healthy Living, keeping kids away from drugs, medication disposal, medicines, opiods, pain killers, pills, prescription drugs, preventing drug use, Rx drug abuse on August 26, 2021| Leave a Comment » If you have ever had leftover medication that […]
Summer is a magnificent season, when outdoor activities abound, and cookouts happen seemingly every weekend. Think of the general spread at a cookout. What comes to mind? Common cookout options include hotdogs, hamburgers, watermelon, chips, dip, and sweets. Unfortunately, many people do not take advantage of the summertime produce available, when it is at its […]
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, […]
December 10, 2013 by Daniel Remley I couldn’t help but think watching the usual black Friday riots on TV- what all of our consumerism is doing to our environment, and the quality of life of future generations. What resources are we extracting from the earth so that we can satisfy our children with shiny new […]
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 […]
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. […]
February is American Heart Month but it’s also my favorite time of year and always has been since I can remember! And to make this month even more meaningful I had a special gift delivered on Valentine’s Day – a baby boy! What a gift he is! But each day should be a gift, especially […]
As of January 1, 2023, sesame joins the major food allergens list as declared by federal law. There are nine major food allergens: Milk Eggs Fish, such as bass, flounder, cod Shellfish, such as crab, lobster, shrimp Tree nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, pecans Peanuts Wheat Soybeans Sesame While many different types of foods can […]
Today’s topic is one that comes up often in discussions on screen time: are video games safe for my children to play? It is a complicated question with no easy answer, but I wanted to share some of the latest research. It is first helpful to define what we mean by a video game. Games […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Calories, Cherries, Fruits & Vegetables, healthy choices, healthy eating, Lifestyles, Melatonin, Nutrition, Phytonutrients, sleep, smoothie, Tart Cherry, Wellness on September 3, 2014| Leave a Comment » Tart cherries have powerful secret nutrients. Studies have found that the antioxidants in tart cherries continue to increase until they reach peak ripeness. Consuming […]
Your girlfriend wants to know who you have been talking to, your boyfriend texts you repeatedly to see where you are or to stay in touch, your partner uses words to put you down, your spouse or partner hits and kicks you or you find yourself being stalked by a partner from your past. What […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged emergency kit, emergency preparedness kit, family emergency kit, family safety, FEMA, healthy choices, readiness, Resolve, resolve to be ready, safety, Stress, travel, travel safety, Wellness, Winter, winter car kit, winter driving kit, winter survival on January 19, 2012| 2 Comments » Beautiful Winter Snow Scene Wintertime…….. Snow, Skiing, Sledding, Ice […]
January 19, 2018 by Pat Brinkman It’s flu and cold season. Avoiding germs helps us avoid the flu and colds, so where are the germs lurking? You might be surprised to find where you can encounter the most germs. Home: Your kitchen is the germiest place. It has more bacteria than your bathrooms due to […]