Everyone thinks the elderly are the most at risk for being scam victims. We have stereotyped that the “less educated, less intelligent, elderly, lower income, and less financially secure” at the most at risk for a scam. However, according to a survey by the Council of Better Business Bureaus found roughly 30 percent of those […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Calories, Cherries, Fruits & Vegetables, healthy choices, healthy eating, Lifestyles, Melatonin, Nutrition, Phytonutrients, sleep, smoothie, Tart Cherry, Wellness on September 3, 2014| Leave a Comment » Tart cherries have powerful secret nutrients. Studies have found that the antioxidants in tart cherries continue to increase until they reach peak ripeness. Consuming […]
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 could being in a tropical paradise […]
For better and for worse, we all inherit particular characteristics from our parents. Maybe it’s our mother’s eyes, or maybe our father’s temper. Some of that is directly the result of the DNA we’ve received, and some of it comes from the influence they exerted in our environment. When it comes to our health and […]
December 12, 2011 by marilynrabe Few things could spoil your family’s holiday celebrations like foodborne illness! Handling your holiday foods safely can prevent harmful bacteria from making your family sick. While some individuals are at a higher risk for foodborne illness: pregnant women, young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, we should […]
February 10, 2023 by lisabarlage As many of us know, February is known as American Heart Month, a time to spotlight cardiovascular diseases or heart disease. Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the United States and Worldwide. Heart disease actually describes a range of conditions: coronary heart disease (CHD), congenital heart disease, […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged emergency kit, emergency preparedness kit, family emergency kit, family safety, FEMA, healthy choices, readiness, Resolve, resolve to be ready, safety, Stress, travel, travel safety, Wellness, Winter, winter car kit, winter driving kit, winter survival on January 19, 2012| 2 Comments » Beautiful Winter Snow Scene Wintertime…….. Snow, Skiing, Sledding, Ice […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged 1920, 1930, basic 4, basic 7, bread, carbohyrdrates, cereal, Dietary Guidelines, Eat the Basic 7, family meals, Fiber, Food, food safety, foodborne illness, fruit, healthy dietary pattern, Meat, Protein, USDA, vitamins and minerals, W. O Atwater on April 5, 2021| Leave a Comment » In January, I wrote about the […]
November 28, 2011 by jennyeven A piece of pie after dinner, an extra serving of stuffing and gravy – it all adds up to excess calories and a few extra pounds. We all know that watching our calories this time of year is particularly difficult. But what about limiting your liquid calories during the holidays? Having a couple […]
I have been dealing with “girl bullying” with my daughters. I even went to the school, but the teacher dismissed it and stated, “Oh, she wouldn’t do that! I can’t see her saying that.” At that moment I was angry that the teacher completely dismissed my daughter’s feelings and did not believe her. I instantly felt […]
Posted in Healthy Relationships, tagged cookbooks, family, Family Assets, Family recipes, family rituals, family traditions, Grandma, Grandpa, Holidays, Mother’s Day Ideas, recipes, rituals, Strengthening Families on April 15, 2013| 1 Comment » I have things about my family that I wonder about . . . . How did my grandparents meet? What was life like for […]
A 2005 study released by Families and Work Institute, Overwork in America: When the Way We Work Becomes Too Much, reports that one in three American employees are chronically overworked, while 54 percent have felt overwhelmed at some time in the past month by how much work they had to complete. The study of more […]
Going on vacation may seem like a great excuse to overindulge, but just because you are going on vacation does not mean you should take a break from your health. A healthy vacation allows you to enjoy your trip and be physically, mentally, and emotionally restored. Here are a few areas to keep in mind […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged 1920, 1930, basic 4, basic 7, bread, carbohyrdrates, cereal, Dietary Guidelines, Eat the Basic 7, family meals, Fiber, Food, food safety, foodborne illness, fruit, healthy dietary pattern, Meat, Protein, USDA, vitamins and minerals, W. O Atwater on April 5, 2021| Leave a Comment » In January, I wrote about the […]
