Based on the title of my blog, you might think it’s focused on yoga, tai chi, or some other form of gentle movement often associated with mindfulness. While all of these can be beneficial, mindful movement can include much more. As a runner, I have struggled with an Achilles tendon injury for years. There have […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged A1C, chronic diseases, diabetes, Exercise, food choices, health risks, healthy choices, Nutrition, physical activity, prediabetes, stroke, Type 2 diabetes health risks, Wellness on September 26, 2023| 1 Comment » Diabetes is a chronic condition that impacts 37 million people in the United States. What’s even more shocking is 1 in […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, tagged bedtime, extracurricular activities, family, Family Dinner, family meals, homework, routines, school nights, school starting, sleep, sports on September 12, 2019| Leave a Comment » Over scheduled would be the word I try to avoid every fall. With school, starting sports and activities usually, resume making school nights hectic. There […]
Friendship is one of the most elevating aspects of life. Besides fun and connection, friendship can provide important emotional and physical support. Friendship also plays a central role in our overall well-being. Recent studies suggest, “People who value social relationships are likelier to be happy than those who value achievements in other life domains, such […]
In a couple of weeks, my family and I will be sitting down to feast on sweets, side dishes, and TURKEY! To ensure everyone stays healthy and happy, I am going to debunk some turkey myths. Myth #1 – You must rinse your turkey before cooking. According to the USDA, don’t wash the bird! Rinsing […]
For many of us this has been a long, hard winter. It can be a challenge to participate in physical activity outside when the weather is severe. I’ve been enjoying the Olympics and am always amazed at the dedication and drive of the Olympic athletes. Perhaps you can use this as motivation to get moving […]
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 […]
Have you heard of “ancient grains”? Amaranth, einkorn wheat, farro (emmer wheat), Kamut (Khorasan wheat), millet, quinoa, sorghum, spelt, and teff, to name a few. The term doesn’t have any biological, botanical, or nutritional meaning, but rather classifies a widely debated group of grain and grain-like products. They are fun and easy to incorporate in […]
You may have noticed lately there is more “chatter” about the benefit of eating meat and/or dairy products from cows that graze on grass rather than grain products. That’s because more and more people are looking at grass feeding as an important component of an animal’s food composition. The quality of any food you eat […]
Hummus is a chickpea-based dip and spread that is a staple food and popular appetizer in many Middle Eastern nations such as Syria, Lebanon, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Israel. Today, according to the USDA, hummus is growing in popularity in the United States, too! This trend is driven by consumer demand for healthier snacks and […]
Gardening can be more than just a hobby, it can have lasting benefits for your physical health, mental health, and can help fight against some chronic diseases and cancers. In a randomized, controlled study of community gardeners, those who gardened increased their physical activity by forty-two minutes per week and ate an average of 1.4 […]
Gardening can be more than just a hobby, it can have lasting benefits for your physical health, mental health, and can help fight against some chronic diseases and cancers. In a randomized, controlled study of community gardeners, those who gardened increased their physical activity by forty-two minutes per week and ate an average of 1.4 […]
February 25, 2025 by taylor.4411 Finding ideas for packing lunches can be challenging, especially with our busy schedules. Sometimes, we opt for convenient but less nutritious food items. However, packing a healthy lunch can help fuel our bodies for a hectic day and provide the nutrition we need to stay healthy. Here are some tips […]
December 3, 2012 by jennyeven The Centers for Disease Control recommends we get 30 minutes of exercise a day at least 5 days a week. However, most people say they don’t have the time. Between the demands of a busy lifestyle – work or school, family and errands – it may be difficult to get a trip […]