As a Registered Dietitian, I love when February rolls around! I break out my wardrobe of red and heart themes to raise awareness of heart disease and best practices to take care of your heart in honor of American Heart Month. In January of this year, we learned of a new study led by researchers […]
I hope that you enjoy this blog post written by Ashley Barto, a dietetic intern at The Ohio State University. She shares her insights about yoga and relaxation. The holidays are over for many of us. If not, they will be in the next few weeks. Are you hoping to be more “calm” in the […]
December 15, 2011 by linnettegoard During the holidays there are many temptations put in front of you. Many companies send you food to show appreciation for your business throughout the year – boxes of chocolates, tins of cookies, and bins of flavored popcorn. And, there are business meetings, church and social events you attend which […]
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 […]
With Halloween and Harvest festivities right around the corner, it’s time to pick out costumes and get ready to go Trick or Treating (or Trunk or Treating). Traditionally, most people handout goodies that the kids love to eat including candy and other sugar products. While it’s okay to indulge in these on occasion, the truth […]
Are you aware of what you last ate or how much? Think about the last time you were watching T.V. and sat mindlessly eating. Sometimes we do this and can’t believe we ate “the whole thing”. We may not even remember if we even enjoyed the taste of the food. Often we feel guilty […]
An apple a day may not actually keep the doctor away, but it will offer some impressive health benefits! Apples contain antioxidants, vitamins, dietary fiber, and a range of other nutrients that taste great and will keep you feeling full and satisfied. The CDC states “Using more fruits and vegetables, along with whole grains, lean […]
December 29, 2011 by lisabarlage On New Year’s Eve we realize more than at any other time in our lives that we can never go back in time. We can look back and remember, but we cannot retrace a single moment of the year that has past. Additionally, we may fear the future because of […]
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March 26, 2015 by bethstefura Spring has arrived! Imagine warmer days, flowers blooming and the smell of fresh cut lawns! It’s also the perfect time to take inventory of our health. Schedule appointments and health screenings. Talk with your doctor to determine a health plan that works for you. De-clutter your medicine cabinet. Medication should […]
October 8, 2018 by Amy Meehan Snacks can be part of a healthy, well-balanced diet when done right. Include multiple food groups in order to balance your snack. For instance, a handful of nuts pair well with a serving of mixed berries. This snack, representing the fruit and protein food groups, includes vitamins, protein, and […]
January 19, 2015 by marilynrabe Diversity is a word you hear often – “we need more diversity in the workforce,” or “we live in a diverse community.” But what does this really mean? The Oxford Dictionaries Online states that some key words of diversity include difference, variety, and variable. Diversity refers to those human differences […]
January 25, 2013 by Dana Brown Sometimes finding healthy foods to feed a family for dinner can be difficult. Long work days, soccer practices, and other activities make us want to rush to find the most convenient (and not always healthy) food options. Even when we have time to cook dinner it is sometimes hard […]
April 14, 2017 by Kathy Tutt “I was just sittin’ here enjoyin’ the company. Plants got a lot to say, if you take the time to listen.” – Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh. Are you looking to spend more time with your family? Want to become more physically active? How about needing to go to […]
