There are many wonderful reasons to be involved with gardening and especially to involve children. Children love digging in the dirt, looking for worms and insects, watering the garden and themselves! Besides having fun, there are many benefits to gardening with children. The National Gardening Association has documented that teachers and youth leaders describe how […]
Summer Pop Stars! We’re heading into the dog days of summer, and what better way to cool down than with a chilly ice pop? But not any ice pop will do! Skip the options found in your local supermarket, which can be laden with artificial color and sugar. Instead, be creative and make your own! […]
May 21, 2012 by Pat Brinkman As the bright sun is shining you put on sunglasses to protect your eyes. Are you eating to protect your vision? With age-related macular degeneration the major cause of blindness in older people did you know, what you eat may help lower your risk? Eating a variety of colorful […]
Every year, a few new words or terms that make their way into common language. While they’re usually words that describe new trends or technologies (glamping, cryptocurrency) one that I’ve heard a lot lately is Mom Guilt. And while the use of the term has only recently gone mainstream, I imagine that the emotion has been […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged dill dip, dips, fruit, fruit bowl, healthy choices, healthy party food, healthy picnic food, hummus, Nutrition, parties, recipes, Wellness on May 26, 2011| Leave a Comment » It is time for Memorial Day picnics, graduation parties and summertime. Most of us have familiar recipes that we fix for these occassions. […]
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, […]
January 20, 2016 by bohlen19 Hot chocolate is my favorite drink during the fall and winter months. The snow was falling outside and I was anxious for my 1st cup of the New Year. However, I made a New Year’s Resolution to be healthier and watch my sugar intake. Have you ever taken time to […]
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 […]
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Are you planning a party this weekend for the Fourth of July? Red, white and Blue is the theme for the weekend. Fill the party with some healthy and tasty foods that celebrate these patriotic colors. Start the day with pancakes with blueberries, strawberries or cherries on top. You may want to add a little […]
There are numerous reasons we are encouraged to eat a variety of vegetables and fruits every day. Several of the more important include: they are fairly low in calories, reduce the risk of some chronic diseases, and they provide daily fiber. You often hear eat “5 a Day”, but what does that really mean? Does […]
June 12, 2014 by Pat Brinkman Ouch! You didn’t think you were out in the sun that long. What happened? Now, your skin is red and really hurts. What do you do? •First get out of the sun and indoors, if possible. •Put a towel dampened in cold water on your skin. Change the towel […]
One of my new year’s resolutions for 2019 is to move more. I know that to be successful with my goal, I am going to have to incorporate physical activity into my 8 hour work day. Sitting for hours every day depletes my energy and leaves me feeling sluggish. Being more physically active can reduce […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged dill dip, dips, fruit, fruit bowl, healthy choices, healthy party food, healthy picnic food, hummus, Nutrition, parties, recipes, Wellness on May 26, 2011| Leave a Comment » It is time for Memorial Day picnics, graduation parties and summertime. Most of us have familiar recipes that we fix for these occassions. […]