I’ve always been curious about the outdoors but never really thought about how or what I do when I’m outside, until recently when a friend asked me, “How do you do nature?” What a great question! It’s sometimes hard to know what to do when something is new or there is a shift in perspective, […]
April 3, 2014 by green308 “M” word #1: Metabolism Many of us blame our “slow” metabolism when we don’t lose weight as quickly as we would like. But what exactly is metabolism, and why does it vary so much from person to person? Metabolism is a complex network of hormones and enzymes that (1) converts […]
December 24, 2018 by Shannon Carter Pause. Breathe. Breathe again. Many of us are exhausted and stressed by this point at year’s end. Sometimes, we are so exhausted that we can’t enjoy the holidays. Instead of having yourself a “merry little Christmas,” maybe we could work toward a mindful Christmas. Here are a few ideas […]
Nutrition and physical activity are key components to a healthy lifestyle. However, mental activity is another factor that plays an important role in a healthy lifestyle, as well as healthy brain aging. Mental activity maintains cognitive health. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, there are things we can do be doing to help reduce the risk […]
Posted in Healthy People, Mindfulness, tagged career, creative, emotional, environmental wellness, financial, intellectual, physical, self-assessment, social, spiritual, Stress, Wellness on April 4, 2019| 4 Comments » If you had asked me last year my definition of wellness, I would have said eating right, exercising and lowering my risk of getting sick. However, wellness has many […]
Whether you love the wintertime for the beauty and possibilities that a fresh snowfall brings, or dread it for the cold temperatures and less daylight, it is important to give some thought to your wellness plan this winter. Here are some ideas to get you started: Take time to be still. Learn to keep calm […]
I hope that you enjoy this blog post written by Ashley Barto, a dietetic intern at The Ohio State University. She shares her insights about yoga and relaxation. The holidays are over for many of us. If not, they will be in the next few weeks. Are you hoping to be more “calm” in the […]
No it won’t, but it might help if you get infected, and over time might help your overall quality of life. I saw an interesting post on social media suggesting that following a healthy diet might protect us from coronavirus in addition to social distancing, wearing masks, etc. Science right now doesn’t support the idea […]
Many of us share our cellphone number without a second thought. Yet, our cellphone number is linked to private information maintained by many companies and business transactions conducted with our cell phone. These include medical records, business contacts, social networks, banks and money lenders. These companies look at patterns to determine what we might buy, check […]
Life is short, sometimes shorter than we think. Forty one years ago this New Year’s Eve, my father died at age 52 of a heart attack. This was especially traumatic for me; I was a 17-year-old senior in high school. As you can imagine, it was a difficult time for my mom, sisters and grandmother. […]
Ever wonder where you can buy gooseberries directly from a local producer? What about hydroponically produced sweet corn? What if you want to find a local producer who will deliver certified organic, fresh dill right to your doorstep? Do you know where to find a farmer’s market in your county? What about a winery in […]
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 […]
Recipes that offer variety and flexibility are very appropriate for today’s society. Making MyPlate choices as you make grocery selections helps this week’s meals come together more easily. Brown rice is a nutrition powerhouse that provides whole grains and B vitamins and great energy. Versatility is fun when it comes to rice bowls. Breakfast lunch […]
The dietary supplement industry in the United States is robust, and it continues to grow with increasing consumer demand for health and wellness products. About two out of every three Americans take a dietary supplement today. As the industry grows, consumers have an ever-increasing choice of products and brands to choose from. This may leave […]