October 20, 2016 by Daniel Remley I can remember my grandmother telling us how she used to walk several miles to school, and if she was lucky she got a ride in a horse and buggy. She was always healthy even in old age, when I knew her. October is International Walk to School Month. Students […]
August 2, 2012 by linnettegoard Do you make time for breakfast? It can be a real challenge in this fast-paced life. But, what happens in the middle of the morning when you have not had breakfast? How do you feel? I know that I am not as alert as I should be. If you have […]
March 11, 2013 by lisabarlage According to a January, 2013 online “Work and Well-Being Survey” conducted on behalf of the American Psychological Association, more than one-third of American workers experience chronic work stress. These workers report they don’t feel valued at work, lack opportunities for advancement, and have heavy workloads. Almost two-thirds of the workers […]
Salads aren’t always diet food . . . the salad bar, where croutons and creamy dressings are abundant, can be a dietary minefield. However, if you choose the rights ingredients, a salad can make a perfect meal. Salads don’t have to be boring! Salads can be an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Dress […]
May 10, 2012 by linnettegoard When the weather warms my thoughts turn to fresh fruits and vegetables. They can be fresh from the garden, farmer’s market or produce department in your local grocery store. Here are some tips for selecting the best product and keeping it safe. When purchasing fruits and vegetables, select items that […]
July 15, 2014 by marilynrabe What do you, a tree and a hamster have in common? You all need water! All living things need water to survive whether they get it from a water fountain, a rain cloud or a little bottle attached to the side of a hamster cage! How many of you think […]
August 15, 2013 by smith3993 Do you think that your current sugary snacks may be making you crave more sugary snacks? This may be the truth for many people. When you eat simple carbohydrates, without protein or fat, hunger may be satisfied but it is usually short term. The energy boost usually wears off quickly […]
May 5, 2011 by lisabarlage You have probably heard all of the studies about breakfast being the most important meal of the day for children – but did you ever think about it being as important for you, the parent or employee? Literally breakfast means “Break the Fast”. For most of us it has been […]
Is your family spending enough time at the dinner table? I know if your family is anything like ours many nights are challenging between sports, meetings and other activities. But, new research out of the University of Illinois is studying the benefits of what a few extra minutes can do for health. Researchers at the […]
June 23, 2011 by Pat Brinkman Are you getting enough potassium? With emphasis on limiting sodium, potassium gets forgotten. Yet, potassium can help in your effort to lower blood pressure. In the U.S. one in three adults has high blood pressure and 56% do not have it under control. So what does potassium have to […]
January 27, 2012 by Pat Brinkman It’s winter and hard to find fresh fruit at a reasonable price. Do you choose canned, frozen or dried? How do they match up nutritionally? Canned, frozen and dried fruit can be a good alternative in the winter. All provide good nutrition similar to fresh fruits. Canned fruit can […]
September 5, 2011 by lisabarlage “What is Labor Day for anyway?” Just a day off work and school? An official end to summer? A patriotic holiday for Americans? A chance to eat great food with my friends and family? The signal to put your white pants and shoes away until next Memorial Day? According to […]
September 6, 2012 by marilynrabe As we quickly transfer from summer to fall, the thought of biting into a wonderful, fresh Ohio apple comes to mind! Is there anything quite as good – and good for you? A medium raw 2 ½ inch apple contains Vitamin C, Potassium, about 4 grams of fiber and only about […]
July 9, 2012 by lisabarlage One of the best things about summer is the availability of fresh produce – especially fresh berries. July is the peak month for blackberries and raspberries to be available, while blueberries are in season from July to September. Often during these peak months berries will be available at great prices […]