January 26, 2011 by Marcia Jess The message is simple: Move More and Eat Less! Why not take the pledge today? By making just 2 small daily changes you can start on the road to improving your health! Take 2,000 more steps over baseline–about 1 mile–and eat 100 fewer calories– by eating smarter. Walking is […]
Many of us plan to eat healthier but sometimes “life” gets in the way. Do you pack the same old thing for your lunch? Do you run through a drive-thru just for the convenience? If this sounds like you, keep reading for tips to help you eat a healthier lunch. March is National Nutrition Month, […]
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Posted in Healthy People, tagged Basil, cooking with basil, Freezing Herbs, garden, garden herbs, herbs, summer squash, Vegetables, zucchini on July 30, 2015| Leave a Comment » Basil Herb Bowl My herb pots are growing and I need to harvest some of them. All of the rain we’ve had this summer in Ohio has made […]
March 21, 2011 by Pat Brinkman Some research on the consumption of energy drinks on youth and their effects have been released. These indicate the need to educate our youth about energy drinks. Question: Most energy drinks contain large amounts of caffeine. Caffeine has been thoroughly tested and deemed to be safe for adults by […]
I’m sure you’ve seen the bumper sticker . . . . this vehicle stops at all garage and/or yard sales. Garage and yard sales are as American as “apple pie”; benefitting the seller by getting rid of things no longer wanted while the buyer may find items he/she wants or needs at a reasonable price. […]
Through a window, via Facetime and a cell phone — that is how people are saying goodbye during the COVID-19 pandemic. We know, we experienced this last week. Two of us experienced this with a death of a family member within 24 hours of each other. One death from COVID-19 and another from natural causes, […]
June 18, 2012 by Dana Brown The Sun. We need it for light, to grow our food, and any other number of reasons. And really, what’s better than a warm summer day sitting outside drinking lemonade? However, like everything, there’s always a point of too much of a good thing. Protecting yourself against the sun’s […]
As we age there are many important things to consider. One of those important considerations is living arrangements. With the aging of America, the retirement living industry has grown exponentially over the past decade providing the seniors of today and tomorrow a vast variety of housing and care options. Understanding the housing choices that are […]
March 26, 2012 by smith3993 Feeling Down and Out…. If you or someone you care about are depressed it is important to take action to combat the issue. Therapy and medication are used to control depression but changes to behavior or lifestyle can be beneficial too. Physical activity, healthy diet, and lifestyle — can be […]
As we work our way into the warmer summer months, I have one thing on my mind…fresh local berries! Local berries have a completely different flavor profile than the ones often found in the grocery store. They are ripe, juicy, and very sweet. Not only do these berries add some sweetness to your diet, they […]
My daughter at graduation Sunday marked a milestone as my youngest child graduated high school. While I knew this day would be filled with mixed emotions, I also knew I had done my best to prepare my daughter, and previously her two older brothers, for this new chapter. High school graduation marks a significant achievement, […]
And I think to myself…. what a wonderful world.~ Louis Armstrong Being environmentally well means “recognizing the responsibility to preserve, protect, and improve the environment and appreciating your connection to nature.” In other words, environmental wellness happens when the different surroundings in your life enhance your health and wellbeing. This includes your home, your workplace, […]
I love any type of juice in the morning- grape, orange, apple, cranberry, punch. It gives me that quick energy that I need to jump start my day. Juice is naturally high in carbohydrates and calories, and also some antioxidant vitamins such as C and A which help the immune system, promote heart health, and […]
