Try a small bowl if you have to have ice cream. Are you immune to overeating? Does the bowl size you eat out of influence how much you eat? Many of us think we have it figured out but according to a recent article in “Nutrition Action Healthletter” with Brian Wansink, the author of Mindless […]
There is a popular sitcom with an infamous scene about what does it mean to “fold in the cheese”? The dynamic mother-son duo dispute how to fold in cheese…with neither knowing how to fold, leaves me laughing with tears in my eyes every time! When baking it is important to know the differences between common […]
A friend on Facebook wrote this, “The month of November is National Adoption Month. The best decision I EVER made in my life was opening my heart up to the possibility that I could be a mother without giving birth. So thankful to God.” It started me thinking. More than 100,000 children and youth in […]
Ouch! You didn’t think you were out in the sun that long. What happened? Now, your skin is red and really hurts. What do you do? •First get out of the sun and indoors, if possible. •Put a towel dampened in cold water on your skin. Change the towel every 10 to 15 minutes. This […]
Do you or a loved one take Singulair (generic name is Montelukast) for asthma or allergies? Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) acknowledged serious mental health side effects related to this popular medicine, prescribed to over 35 million people. The side effects include suicidal thoughts or actions, agitation, hallucinations, and depression. […]
March 14, 2013 by Dana Brown We have waited patiently all winter long and spring is ALMOST here! There is anticipation for the birds returning from the south to greet us with a song, a warm breeze through the green grass, and a positive feeling is in the air. Along with spring comes the first […]
Based on the title of my blog, you might think it’s focused on yoga, tai chi, or some other form of gentle movement often associated with mindfulness. While all of these can be beneficial, mindful movement can include much more. As a runner, I have struggled with an Achilles tendon injury for years. There have […]
November 26, 2015 by Pat Brinkman Do you have turkey left-overs from the big meal today? Instead of the usual ways to do leftovers try some of these ideas. First, plan to use the leftover turkey you have refrigerated within three to four days. If it is going to be longer, freeze the leftovers in […]
While May is considered National Strawberry Month, late May and early June are the perfect time to pick your own or purchase locally grown berries in the Mid-West. To select the very best berries – choose those with full red color, as they will not continue to ripen like some other fruits. The caps should […]
If you’re like most people in this country, you could lose a few pounds for either personal appearance or for health concerns. A simple way to accomplish this is to avoid overeating. Overeating is when you eat more food than what your body needs for daily maintenance and growth. The extra food you consume simply […]
Local Foods – Fresh and Healthy! Most of us will agree that fresh and unprocessed food is usually a healthier and tastier choice. Now that we are heading into summer in Ohio, we will have more and more choices when it comes to choosing and using fresh foods that are grown locally. Nothing tastes quite as […]
April 20, 2015 by jennyeven Arthritis affects more than 1 in 5 people, or 52.5 million U.S adults. The word arthritis means joint inflammation, and can be associated with over 100 million rheumatic diseases (1). The diseases can vary in severity and can affect many joints, organs, and a person’s immune system. Someone can develop […]
There are many things I love about the holiday season: the lights, cheer, traditions, time with family and friends, just to name a few. At the same time, there is one thing I dread: baked goods and sweet treats seem to be everywhere, and avoiding them takes significant planning and effort! I have many friends […]
August 11, 2022 by jlowe495 When asked in a recent poll, 58% of Americans said that Monday was their least favorite day of the week. For many people, Monday marks the start of a new work week and the tasks and responsibilities that come along with it. Individuals may start to feel some anticipatory anxiety […]
