Crank up Here Comes the Sun by the Beatles, grab something warm to drink, and enjoy this quick primer on the Winter Solstice and how to celebrate this passage of time. What is the Winter Solstice? The Winter Solstice occurs the moment the sun reaches the Tropic of Capricorn, which is the maximum tilt away […]
We all have seen or experienced a situation when a child is having a meltdown due to experiencing big emotions without the capability to identify, understand, or regulate their feelings. When a child is struggling to make these connections, it is easy for a parent to jump straight to punish, distract, lecture…anything to quiet them […]
Spring is right around the corner–the birds are singing, we see a bit more sunlight each day, and common blue violets are beginning to speckle Ohio grass! With the transitioning of the seasons, many of us are planning our spring activities: starting seeds for summer gardens, tidying and fertilizing flower beds, etc. Another activity on […]
Posted in Healthy aging, retirement, finances, emotional health, Healthy People, Mindfulness, tagged biophilia, gardening, home, indoor design, Love, natural products, nature, nature and health, outdoors, Plants, smells, trees on September 11, 2023| Leave a Comment » “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” Frank Lloyd Wright If you were […]
July 9, 2020 by barton345 I feel like I have a lot on my plate right now, maybe more than that jam packed month of May. Which in May of 2019 that was saying a lot. . . Now my plate is full! Full of balancing home and work, bored kids, canceled activities, trying to […]
Good reasons to freeze-dry Freeze-drying has long been used by outdoor enthusiasts for lightweight snacks and complete meals on the trail; but did you know freeze-dried foods are also great for quick and healthy snacks, traveling, easy meal preparation, emergency preparedness, and even homemade pet food. Freeze-drying is a terrific way to reduce food waste […]
Does your home fit you? It is the pivotal question asked when talking about the concept of Universal Design. So what is Universal Design? It is a worldwide movement based on the idea that all environments and products should be usable by all people, regardless of their ages, sizes, or abilities. Because this movement applies […]
Have you seen teal colored pumpkin baskets on Trick-or-Treat nights? They have a special purpose. The Teal Pumpkin Project, sponsored by Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), is part of an awareness effort to provide non-food treats for kids with food allergies. All children should be able to experience the happy tradition of trick-or-treating on […]
February 21, 2011 by jennyeven Sure, we all want toned abs, a firm stomach and muscular legs. But what about our brain? Does it benefit from exercise like the rest of our body? Should we keep in shape physically as a way to keep strong mentally as well? The answer is an emphatic “YES”! Researchers […]
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, […]
Have you ever sprained an ankle? Stepped on a nail? Burned your hand on the iron or oven? If so, you’ve experienced inflammation. Inflammation is a normal, healthy response to injury; it is your body’s first “responder.” In the same way that an EMT at an accident scene begins to triage various injuries, your body […]
With the holiday season comes gift-giving to our young people. Often, the gift box contains new technology for our teens and even younger children. The device could be a first cell phone, tablet, or even a laptop. When our young people exhaust playing with toys, we default to technology as the next level of gifts. […]
Not long ago, after the holiday season, I weighed myself on our bathroom scales. I was concerned about how much weight that I may have gained. I looked at the number on the scale and was elated! It was the least that I had weighed in 15 years! Skinny Kenny is back! All day I […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Balance, Calories, Dietary Guidelines, Fruits & Vegetables, healthy choices, Low fat, physical activity, Portion Sizes, Wellness on March 28, 2011| Leave a Comment » New Dietary Guidelines By law, every 5 years, Dietary Guidelines for Americans is reviewed, updated if necessary, and published. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and […]
