April 21, 2016 by Michelle Treber Do you remember planting a tree for Arbor Day? Do you know the meaning of Arbor Day? This day was set aside for tree planting back in 1872 by J. Sterling Morton. He was a pioneer who traveled from Detroit, Michigan to Nebraska. The pioneers missed their trees and […]
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 […]
January 16, 2018 by lisabarlage Did you decide to start out this year with the goal of building your savings? Or maybe a summer vacation to the beach, an amusement park, or camping are in your family’s future? Would you like your first or a new home, or maybe just a new (for you) car? […]
June is National Dairy Month. There are over 2,500 dairy farms in Ohio and West Virginia. These hardworking dairy families work around-the-clock to produce safe, high quality milk. Let’s take the time this month to honor these families that provide us with milk and dairy foods. The American Dairy Association Mideast is having Farmer Fridays […]
April 28, 2014 by Pat Brinkman Have you started wearing your shorts? Are you white legs showing? We are happy to have the warmer temperatures but having very pale legs can make some people feel self-conscious. We know we should not use tanning beds but how about the sunless tanning products? Sunless tanning products are […]
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States? Heart disease is the #1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year…..that is approximately one woman every minute. If you had heart disease, would you recognize the symptoms? Most think of crushing chest pains, […]
September 14, 2017 by zies1 Many people forget how important it is to start your day with a fueling breakfast. We often forget to include this meal due to lack of time and planning around hectic schedules. One versatile breakfast item that my family and I enjoy is a veggie egg muffin. This simple dish […]
February 17, 2011 by Pat Brinkman The recently released 2010 Dietary Guidelines recommend that everyone, young or old, reduce sodium consumption. Although we need some sodium in our diet, almost everyone is consuming too much. Research has shown that the higher our sodium consumption the higher our blood pressure. Research also indicates that if we […]
December 27, 2012 by zies1 As we come to the close of 2012 and begin a new year, this is a great time to start looking at ways to improve your health and wealth in 2013. Most people think of health and wealth as “separate “ goals, but in fact, both aspects of life are […]
February 28, 2013 by marilynrabe As spring weather approaches, many of us will be taking our exercise activities outside. Walking is one of the most popular and easiest ways for us to improve our health. But, you won’t walk for long if your feet are hurting. It is important that we have properly fitting shoes […]
Nuts are a holiday staple. No, I’m not referring to “Clark”, “Cousin Eddie” or “Aunt Grace”; but those flavorful, nutrient-dense, crunchy, versatile, snacks that adorn most holiday tables. Nuts are high in protein and fiber, cholesterol-free, and sodium-free, unless salted. Nuts in general are high in fat. However, these are mono- and poly-unsaturated fats; which […]
January 10, 2013 by lisabarlage We are all part of a dizzying pace that takes a high toll on our energy and our time. Every day, we find places to go, things to do, and more tasks to discover and/or uncover at work. With increased home and work schedules, we need to set aside time […]
March 18, 2013 by Kathy Tutt It has been proven that we can, indeed, age gracefully. Let’s look at some of the personal characteristics of healthy people approaching 100 years of age. We all have one thing in common; we grow older every day. Although there is not one specific thing we can do to […]
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 […]