April 19, 2018 by Misty Harmon I recently spent 8 days in Costa Rica with a group of extension professionals from 10 other states learning about the culture and the history of the country. I have to say it was one of the most wonderful experiences of my life. You might think, OF COURSE, how […]
Posted in Healthy Relationships, tagged family, Family Memories, Family Recipe, family traditions, Grandma, Grandpa, Heirlooms, Heritage, Quilt, relationships, Traditions on February 25, 2013| Leave a Comment » You have a favorite necklace that was passed down to you from your grandmother. You realize that no one in your family knows the history of the piece […]
June 26, 2014 by Michelle Treber We know that sitting in front of a computer, laptop, tablet, video game or TV robs our children (and us!) of time that could be spent moving, playing or creating. It contributes to the obesity rate and encourages all of us to be “couch potatoes”. According to the Kaiser […]
July 3, 2017 by marilynrabe We are entering that wonderful time of the year when local farmers’ markets are open, roadside stands pop up and even local grocery stores offer plentiful displays of fresh, local fruits and vegetables. With all of this bounty, sometimes the question arises on how to choose the most flavorful, ripe […]
November 30, 2022 by bethstefura The holiday season is a magical time of year, yet for many, the holidays bring stress, anxiety, conflict and even heartache. Often stress starts at Thanksgiving and runs through the New Year. Holiday triggers, can create internal and external forces influencing our mind and body, creating stress and anxiety during […]
October 16, 2014 by Polly Loy Halloween Health and Safety Tips Autumn holidays like Halloween and Harvest Day are fun times for children of all ages. They can dress up in costumes, enjoy parties, try fall fruits and vegetables and eat yummy treats. These celebrations also provide a chance to give out healthy snacks, to […]
January 22, 2016 by jennyeven Winter is here bringing high winds and freezing temperatures outdoors and warm, dry air indoors. The weather can take a toll on skin, removing moisture and causing skin to itch, crack, and bleed. This can make skin vulnerable to infection, especially in older adults whose skin is thinner and more […]
May 12, 2017 by Kathy Tutt Do you know what to do in a tornado, thunderstorm, fire or flood? How about your children? What if you are not home? Do you have an emergency plan? These are some difficult questions. Now is a good time to start teaching your children how to be prepared. The […]
September 17, 2020 by bohlen19 There are a lot of things going on in this world right now that can make us feel anxious, worrisome, sad, upset, angry, and even defeated. I would be lying if I said I hadn’t felt any of those feelings in the last several months. Maybe you’ve experienced one of […]
If there was a support group for tuna addicts, I would be sitting in the front row. I have been a tuna fish lover since I was in elementary school. My mother always packed my lunch, and when I opened that brown paper bag and saw a tuna fish sandwich wrapped in waxed paper, I […]
Good nutrition is important for everyone but for shift workers, healthy eating is vital to feeling your best, both on and off the job and for maintaining your mental, spiritual and physical health. Eating during shift work often requires a change in the type of foods chosen and the timing of meals. If you work […]
December 20, 2012 by bethstefura Healthy eating can be a fun part of holiday parties and celebrations. Offer healthy foods from all the food groups and most of all focus on enjoying friends and family. Here are some tips to boost your spirits and nourish your body through the New Year! Don’t skip meals, especially […]
February 1, 2018 by barton345 We live in a technology-loving society. We rely on our phones to get us where we need to go, keep us in touch, bank, track our exercise, entertain us and more. Our children also rely more than ever on technology to complete homework, engage socially with peers, play games, share […]
The accumulation of bacteria Top 10 Points to Remember: (1) The change in the human diet that has had THE BIGGEST impact on our health is (1) the drop in the amount of fiber we eat, and (2) the diversity of the fiber we eat. (2) When you starve your good bacteria (by not eating […]