August 17, 2011 by linnettegoard Did you know that arthritis and chronic joint symptoms are the leading cause of disability among Americans age 15 and over? Seventy million Americans (one in every three adults) are estimated to have some type of joint pain. Arthritis interferes with the everyday activities of over seven million Americans, making […]
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 […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, Mindfulness, tagged action plan, be present, co-workers, Driving, Fun, health, kindness, Mindfulness, Pause, positive, respect, Work on April 18, 2019| Leave a Comment » Every day on my drive to work I cross over the Mosquito Creek causeway. Driving over the lake is always beautiful with the scenery of […]
September 10, 2012 by linnettegoard Many people grow a few tomatoes in their backyard. They can be planted in the landscaping, in a container on your patio, or you may have enough space for a garden. If you are a home grower you may have more tomatoes than you know what to do with. Of […]
December 19, 2011 by Michelle Treber Hunger strikes and you are out shopping for the holidays. No time to cook? It is so convenient to go through the drive thru and pick up a meal. Instead of ordering the first thing you see on the menu, plan ahead to pick some healthier choices. If you […]
Mid-May and farmers’ markets are back. Farmers’ markets are great places to get fresh produce (often picked that morning) and get inspired to eat and/or cook with fresh ingredients. Since this is the beginning of the fresh produce season in Ohio, produce will probably be limited for a few weeks. Produce you may find include: […]
Spring is in the air. Mornings are becoming brighter, the sound of birds returning, and the trees are beginning to bud. Returning with the (sometimes) pleasant weather in Ohio are the local farmer’s markets. There are many different farmer’s market here in Ohio. To find one near you follow this link http://www.ohioproud.org/searchmarkets.php . Purchasing from […]
October 27, 2014 by Daniel Remley Walk into any convenience store, and you’ll see a wide variety of energy drinks to choose from. In recent years, news reports have brought attention to some of the consequences of their overuse. Some of these reports document emergency room visits related to mixing energy drinks and alcohol or […]
February 23, 2017 by green308 Experts are predicting that cancer will surpass heart disease by 2020 to become the leading cause of death in the United States. Contracting any kind of cancer is scary, so we need to do what we can, lifestyle-wise, to lower our risk. Colon (colorectal) cancer is one type that has […]
November 21, 2018 by Kathy Tutt Caring for a family member with dementia can be challenging and the holiday season can add more to an already full plate for many caregivers. The holidays are a time for family and friends to come together, share traditions, and make memories, but for families living with Alzheimer’s and other […]
Fall is a beautiful time of year to get out and enjoy all the sights, colors, and sounds of nature. All of this can be a treat for our senses. Connecting to your senses can be a simple way to reduce stress. Tapping into all five senses can immediately provide calming and healing powers. Incorporate […]
March 4, 2013 by Pat Brinkman Did you brush your teeth this morning? Did you floss? Most of us know we need to brush and floss, but we get in a rush. So, why is brushing our teeth so important. We all know that brushing our teeth can prevent tooth decay. What about other diseases? […]
July 2, 2014 by economos2 Summer has started and we have moved outdoors. Here are a few safety tips to remember when planning for this holiday season. • Be safe swimming. Never swim alone, and make sure that kids’ water play is adequately supervised at all times. Statistics show that most young children who drown […]
January 3, 2019 by bohlen19 Pressure-cooking is a food preparation method that uses trapped steam. The food is sealed inside of a vessel with liquid, heat is used to create steam, and this increases pressure inside the vessel. The appliance traps or releases steam to control the level of pressure within the unit. With the […]
