June 29, 2017 by Michelle Treber Have you heard about “life hacks”? These shortcuts or tips can help make life easier. I started thinking about “health hacks” – things we could do to improve our health. Many of these suggestions may be routine for you but look through them and see if you can find […]
September 6, 2016 by Michelle Treber My family had a scare this week. My sister recently had breast reconstruction surgery from breast cancer. After the surgery she was instructed to wear a compression bra for 3 weeks, only taking it off to shower. It was uncomfortable and perhaps a little tight. She thought the bra […]
Website Details Christine Kendle, MS, RDN, LD, enjoys working for Ohio State University Extension in Tuscarawas County as an Extension Educator in Family and Consumer Sciences. She enjoys teaching about food preservation and food safety as it relates to both the food service operators and the consumer.
As we age there are many important things to consider. One of those important considerations is living arrangements. With the aging of America, the retirement living industry has grown exponentially over the past decade providing the seniors of today and tomorrow a vast variety of housing and care options. Understanding the housing choices that are […]
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 […]
Is a garden part of your healthy lifestyle? Whether you grow a few plants, a large garden plot, or visit a public garden, the health benefits can be numerous. Being in nature and gardening can improve physical, social, and mental health. In addition to health benefits, gardens are also known to increase property values, and […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Container Garden, family, Family Garden, Fruits, gardening, herb garden, herbs, Kitchen Garden, Peoples Garden, Plants, USDA, USDA Garden, Vegetables on May 11, 2014| 1 Comment » USDA’s People’s Garden Initiative has some great gardening tips to help you get started. Learn how you can make having a garden a fun […]
February 5, 2019 by Michelle Treber I pick “kind”… will you? I work in Pickaway County, Ohio and the selection for our “One Book, One Community” campaign this year is Wonder by R. J. Palacio. I’ve seen the movie twice and now I am enjoying the book. If you haven’t read the book or seen the […]
August 8, 2022 by Daniel Remley Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Let’s face it, it’s really nice to eat out sometimes. You don’t have to prepare food or do the dishes, and can order what you want. However, eating out can leave a large footprint on the environment, depending on what you order, how its […]
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? […]
June 30, 2016 by Pat Brinkman Are you planning a party this weekend for the Fourth of July? Red, white and Blue is the theme for the weekend. Fill the party with some healthy and tasty foods that celebrate these patriotic colors. Start the day with pancakes with blueberries, strawberries or cherries on top. You […]
March 13, 2017 by Michelle Treber For many of us in the health or nutrition field, the month of March is a time when we remember how important nutrition – what we eat and drink – is for our health. For me, it is a time when I try to: Explore new foods Ramp up […]
April 9, 2020 by thebrittons10 Today many of us may wake up feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, worried, or isolated. At least that is how I have felt some days during this difficult time. It feels like a dream; how can one feel so disconnected and overwhelmed by work, school, or family at the same time? There […]
October 19, 2021 by lisabarlage Are you a pumpkin spiced lover? Do you flock to the local coffee shop or bakery to pick up the latest pumpkin spiced treat? You are not alone, in 2019 the pumpkin spice market was worth over half a billion dollars in the US alone. Some of the popular additions […]