February 22, 2021 by Jami Dellifield Lately I have been feeling even more isolated and alone than I did at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. I have found myself retreating and not reaching out to others in the same ways that I did a year ago. But a couple weeks ago, some friends called […]
Healthy Veggie Snacks Fall is a great time to enjoy picnics, pot luck dinners or tailgating parties with friends and family. Instead of fixing a traditional high fat food items, look for a healthy and tasty alternative. Here are some healthy ideas to try. Start with fresh vegetables and fruits. Serve cut up veggies with low-fat […]
August 18, 2017 by Misty Harmon What comes to mind when you hear the terms well or wellness? For most people, these words bring thoughts of physical health. Some of you will think about mental health. Most people, when given time, realize that there is more to being well than just physical and mental health. […]
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 stop the process, it might be […]
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? […]
According to the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service’s family life information, our personal journey can be successful with effort. It is not something that happens by accident but requires work and making many daily choices. The information from the website http://www.arfamilies.org highlights seven topics to consider and work on along the path as we strive to […]
When I started my “second career” as an Extension Educator I knew there were things I “knew” and things I did not “know” regarding Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS). One learns that with age comes the reality that you don’t know everything nor do you need to – that’s why we have experts in their […]
November 5, 2020 by bethstefura With the holiday season almost here, discussions are being held to determine the best practice to celebrate without putting ourselves in the path of the coronavirus. Older adults need to be exceptionally careful, especially those with high blood pressure, heart, lung, kidney or liver disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. […]
June 4, 2020 by bethstefura COVID-19, social distancing and recent stay at home orders have impacted all aspects of life, including our finances. Protecting health has been a top priority in recent times. We all need to be following guidelines and making our best efforts to stay physically and mentally healthy to prevent disease. Maintaining […]
January 25, 2018 by jmlobb We all know that there are many reasons to eat more fruits and vegetables. Baking a batch of muffins is a great way to add extra produce to your diet, especially if you have overripe fruit or vegetables that you want to use before they spoil. Apples, pears, carrots, zucchini, […]
January 19, 2012 by Michelle Treber Beautiful Winter Snow Scene Wintertime…….. Snow, Skiing, Sledding, Ice and Survival It is a new year and now is a good time to plan for an emergency. It is better to be ready for the winter or an emergency BEFORE it happens. What should you include in your emergency […]
In the near future, your doctor may prescribe getting outside and embracing nature. Your doctor may suggest that you participate in green exercise, or they may write a nature prescription. Green exercise includes any physical activity that takes place outdoors. Think about taking a walk in nature, exploring a park, or discovering a new forest […]
Through a window, via Facetime and a cell phone — that is how people are saying goodbye during the COVID-19 pandemic. We know, we experienced this last week. Two of us experienced this with a death of a family member within 24 hours of each other. One death from COVID-19 and another from natural causes, […]
January 28, 2016 by tammyohio 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 […]