February 25, 2021 by hreister We can think of our relationship with our children as a bank account. Just like a real bank account, we can make deposits and withdraws each day. We make “deposits” when we feed our relationship with love, hugs and kisses. Spending time with your children, listening to them and showing […]
December 20, 2010 by Michelle Treber Did you know that women are 6 times as likely to die of heart disease than of breast cancer? Heart diease kills more women over 65 than do all cancers combined. The symptoms of heart disease in women can be different and may trick the woman into thinking it […]
Many things have changed in the American diet since the Nutrition Facts label was introduced 20 years ago. The Nutrition Facts Label, introduced in 1993, helps consumers make informed choices and maintain dietary practices. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing to update the Nutrition Facts label found on most of the food packages […]
Spring is one of my favorite seasons. It represents a restart with fresh beginnings. Spring cleaning may look different for each person and may include deep cleaning your house, preparing your garden, washing windows, and it can also mean spring cleaning your finances. Spring cleaning your finances can provide a fresh look at your financial […]
Going on vacation may seem like a great excuse to overindulge, but just because you are going on vacation does not mean you should take a break from your health. A healthy vacation allows you to enjoy your trip and be physically, mentally, and emotionally restored. Here are a few areas to keep in mind […]
October 25, 2018 by Pat Brinkman Are you hosting a Halloween celebration? How about having healthy food? Just because it is healthy doesn’t mean it has to be boring or not taste delicious. Try these food ideas: Pumpkin Dip – canned pumpkin, Greek vanilla Yogurt, cinnamon, and a little orange Juice – Served with mini […]
December 10, 2018 by Pat Brinkman Are you trying to eat healthier this holiday season but having problems? These ideas may help you to make a few changes that can add up over the holidays. Plan ahead – This includes making menus and shopping. You can usually do some of the prep ahead of time […]
March 14, 2022 by mrsmrupp Spring is one of my favorite seasons. It represents a restart with fresh beginnings. Spring cleaning may look different for each person and may include deep cleaning your house, preparing your garden, washing windows, and it can also mean spring cleaning your finances. Spring cleaning your finances can provide a […]
Website Details Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, M.S., Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County/Heart of Ohio. Her specialization is health and wellness. She focuses on workplace wellness, youth wellness and food safety. She enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and son. « Newer Posts – Older Posts »
Spring is one of my favorite seasons. It represents a restart with fresh beginnings. Spring cleaning may look different for each person and may include deep cleaning your house, preparing your garden, washing windows, and it can also mean spring cleaning your finances. Spring cleaning your finances can provide a fresh look at your financial […]
It seems to be a trending topic, and one with real implications. Now more than ever, we are realizing that when a person is hungry, he or she may have a lesser control on emotions and the actions that accompany the feelings. #Hangry, and the meaning behind it, is popping up everywhere from candy bar […]
Spring is one of my favorite seasons. It represents a restart with fresh beginnings. Spring cleaning may look different for each person and may include deep cleaning your house, preparing your garden, washing windows, and it can also mean spring cleaning your finances. Spring cleaning your finances can provide a fresh look at your financial […]
November 7, 2011 by smith3993 One of the most enjoyed parts of the holidays are the parties, dinners, buffets and snacks to graze on. Unfortunately with all these treats come extra calories and pounds. Research shows the average American eats approximately 4,500 calories from a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. This includes around 229 grams of fat […]
April 20, 2012 by lisabarlage Are you guilty of spending more time watching TV than talking to your family? If most of us kept track of our daily activities we would probably find that this is unfortunately true. A number of organizations have begun promoting a TV or Screen Free Week over the last 10 […]
