Did the holiday season arrive sooner than you expected? For many people this week will be a very busy time. Whether you are celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza or another holiday this winter, take time to establish healthy holiday traditions. Want some ideas to help you get started? • Think Fresh! Make fresh fruits and vegetables […]
One of my goals for this year is to explore mindfulness. In this blog, I want to share a few things that I’ve learned about this life changing topic. According to Jon Kabat-Zinn, a pioneer in American mindfulness, “Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.” I […]
A few weeks ago, I ran into a colleague and asked, “Hello, how are you?” My colleague enthusiastically responded, “I’m great!” This response caught me off guard. It was not what I expected. I was used to hearing tired and busy. To be honest that was the response I was used to replying with as […]
Each year I select a word for the upcoming year. It isn’t something I do lightly. I spend time considering what I want to focus my intentions on for the upcoming year. Instead of making numerous New Year resolutions, use this word to set goals or intentions in each area of your life. They can […]
Did the holiday season arrive sooner than you expected? For many people this week will be a very busy time. Whether you are celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza or another holiday this winter, take time to establish healthy holiday traditions. Want some ideas to help you get started? • Think Fresh! Make fresh fruits and vegetables […]
As we age there are many important things to consider. One of those important considerations is living arrangements. With the aging of America, the retirement living industry has grown exponentially over the past decade providing the seniors of today and tomorrow a vast variety of housing and care options. Understanding the housing choices that are […]
You are getting ready to prepare the Thanksgiving meal and it is the first time you have prepared a turkey. Let’s talk about some of the questions you may have. Question: What is a safe way to thaw a turkey? Answer: The best way is to take your turkey from the freezer and put your […]
July 12, 2012 by bethstefura Summer arrives and our dinner tables move outside, gardens overflow with an abundance of zucchini and our lunch rooms are filled with baskets of zucchini supplied by co-workers grown in their gardens with a sign that reads, Enjoy. Zucchini has many health benefits. Since zucchini has high water content, it’s […]
Do you run out of time to make a decent family meal at the end of the day? Too many school and social activities can get in your way? Think about keeping your meal preparation simple. Here are few tips: First, make time for dinner. Put a chalkboard or calendar in your kitchen to keep […]
Are you eating wheat products? Lately, the news has included many stories on how wheat is bad for you causing abdominal fat, triggering diseases, and being linked with Alzheimer’s, headaches, depression and others. If all that is true why is wheat recommended in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, by nutrition experts and American Heart Association? […]
Although living in the moment and planning for the future might sound like a contradiction, research shows the value of both. In defining mindfulness, Jon Kabat-Zinn specifically says that it is “in the present moment.” How can I be mindful and also plan ahead for a successful future? In 2020, researchers found that during […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Exercise, hike, Journal, Mindfulness, moods, outdoor activity, routine, self-care, Summer, Wellness on July 5, 2021| Leave a Comment » Celebrating the 4th of July reminds us that we are amid the middle of Summer. The warm weather and sunny days are a perfect time to think about improving our self-care. […]
With a range of medications available to help the 50 million Americans suffering from arthritis many may not know that what you eat can influence your symptoms and also how the disease progresses. Rather than supplements in the form of pills, food with certain nutrients can help. · Vitamin C about the amount in two […]
During the holidays there are many temptations put in front of you. Many companies send you food to show appreciation for your business throughout the year – boxes of chocolates, tins of cookies, and bins of flavored popcorn. And, there are business meetings, church and social events you attend which have more high fat, high […]