February 26, 2015 by zies1 Does your family go through boxes and boxes of store-bought snacks faster than you can replenish them? Do you feel like you’re spending a majority of your grocery budget on sugar-filled, processed snacks that don’t seem to last more than a few days at your house? There is an answer […]
January 17, 2017 by Michelle Treber According to MyPlate.gov, snacks can help kids get nutrients needed to grow. This blog will show some ideas to help you make creative snacks with veggies & fruits. By making food fun, you may encourage your child to try something new. If possible, involve your child in food preparation […]
I used to spend a lot of time walking when I suffered my back injury, and it was a saving grace. I always knew walking was a great way for anyone to be active safely, regardless of their fitness level, but it was never something I put dedicated time into, at least until I herniated […]
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? Studies show that 54% of […]
October 6, 2013 by bethstefura It takes 21 days to develop a habit. Make a commitment to yourself and mark your calendar for the next 21 days to start a physical activity. Start with small steps. For example, start today before you take your shower with 10 jumping jacks or crunches. Add 10 more jumping […]
I’ve noticed that more people are expressing concern over the use of plastic in the kitchen. It seems like there is always some email being forwarded around the country about the hazards of cooking and/or storing food in plastic. As Jack Webb’s ‘Joe Friday’ character in Dragnet used to say; “all we want are the […]
How many times a day, a week, or a month do you say, “I am so busy?” When I look at my calendar, yes I still use paper, there are times when I get a little overwhelmed and wonder why I am so busy. I color-code my calendar to denote meetings, presentations or classes, blogs, […]
December 30, 2019 by lisabarlage “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Winston Churchill As we move into the new year let’s think about the “Power of Positivity” and the role that it can have for a potentially wonderful year. Did you know that positive people are more resilient, adaptive, innovative, healthy […]
December 30, 2019 by lisabarlage “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Winston Churchill As we move into the new year let’s think about the “Power of Positivity” and the role that it can have for a potentially wonderful year. Did you know that positive people are more resilient, adaptive, innovative, healthy […]
December 30, 2019 by lisabarlage “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Winston Churchill As we move into the new year let’s think about the “Power of Positivity” and the role that it can have for a potentially wonderful year. Did you know that positive people are more resilient, adaptive, innovative, healthy […]
The holidays are here with celebrations in full swing. While sugar plums and candy canes may symbolize this special time of year, the winter holidays wouldn’t be as festive without the fruits of the season. While summer brings a bounty of berries and an abundance of apples is harvested in the fall, nothing compares to […]
There are two main types of fat found in mammals: white and brown. White fat has three primary functions: to insulate, to cushion, and to provide energy. Brown fat provides heat/warmth in newborns, because infants can’t shiver to keep warm. Instead, they burn brown fat for warmth; it is literally a heat organ. Hibernating animals […]
October is Vegetarian Awareness Month Two years ago my daughter decided to become a vegetarian. Before I agreed to this lifestyle choice, our family doctor gave her a physical. He also took the time to talk to her about nutrition and suggested we have blood tests done to make sure she would not need to […]
Was your New Year’s Resolution to eat healthier in the New Year? If so, you are not alone. Many people set improved nutrition and increased physical activity as goals. One way to improve nutrition is to eat more fruits and vegetables. Adding more salads to your meals or making a meal out of a salad […]