COVID 19 has added stress to our lives in a way that just a few month’s ago was unimaginable. Now more than ever, it is important for parents to take care of themselves so they can take care of their children. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. We know that when families are experiencing stress, […]
COVID-19, social distancing and recent stay at home orders have impacted all aspects of life, including our finances. Protecting health has been a top priority in recent times. We all need to be following guidelines and making our best efforts to stay physically and mentally healthy to prevent disease. Maintaining financial health during these times […]
Summer is full of fresh fruits and vegetables. They are on sale at the store, coming from our gardens, and filling the farmers markets. This season is a great time to evaluate food choices in our lives and set goals for improvement. Evaluating what we are serving to our children is a worthwhile place to […]
December 13, 2016 by Kathy Tutt It’s that time of year when the buzz words of gratitude and gifts circulate. We strive to be grateful for the things we have and show gratitude for the things we receive. It is also a time when we wait with excitement to see what gifts we will receive, and […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged .protein foods, Cauliflower, Fiber, Food trends, lentils, puffed snacks, snacks, sodium, Ube, Vegetables on January 7, 2020| Leave a Comment » As we enter a new decade, be on the look out for new food trends. Here are five things to look for in the year 2020. 1. Purple Yam […]
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 […]
Posted in Healthy People, Uncategorized, tagged Birding, Birds, children’s books, health, Holidays, nature, outdoors, Plants, Sunscreen, weather, wellbeing, Winter on November 30, 2021| 1 Comment » Getting outside is a wonderful thing to do any time of the year. The health benefits of spending time outdoors have been well documented and validated over the last […]
As long as you don’t add gobs of sugar, fat and salt to your garden produce, they will be some of the healthiest fruits and vegetables in your kitchen. However, there are ways to store, preserve, and prepare them so that they can even be healthier. Phytonutrients are natural compounds derived from plants that can have health […]
What does it mean to be prepared? I recently attended a presentation on disaster preparedness sponsored by our local FEMA agency, learning there what I need to do for my household. The FEMA agent explained that their role in an emergency is to coordinate emergency response for larger scale disasters, but they are counting on […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, tagged drug drop box, Drug take back day, families and drugs, Healthy Living, keeping kids away from drugs, medication disposal, medicines, opiods, pain killers, pills, prescription drugs, preventing drug use, Rx drug abuse on August 26, 2021| Leave a Comment » If you have ever had leftover medication that […]
Summer is a magnificent season, when outdoor activities abound, and cookouts happen seemingly every weekend. Think of the general spread at a cookout. What comes to mind? Common cookout options include hotdogs, hamburgers, watermelon, chips, dip, and sweets. Unfortunately, many people do not take advantage of the summertime produce available, when it is at its […]
Frequently, college students may not select or purchase the most healthful options while at school. With the major shift in environment and academics, students can put the focus of nutritious eating on the back burner. As a result, several college students tend to gain weight. Many factors can explain why students may not eat healthfully, […]
December 10, 2013 by Daniel Remley I couldn’t help but think watching the usual black Friday riots on TV- what all of our consumerism is doing to our environment, and the quality of life of future generations. What resources are we extracting from the earth so that we can satisfy our children with shiny new […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged activity, Be Kind, Best Life, Daily chores, Dedicate, depression, Eat well, Hobby, Inspiration, kindness, Live well, Local newspaper, Procrastination, self care, sleep, Stress, Support Group, Value, Wellness toolkit on January 2, 2020| Leave a Comment » Depression is different for everyone. Managing depression is challenging. Often going to work, socializing […]
