October 29, 2012 by Pat Brinkman With the colder weather it seems more people develop colds. Who’s likely to catch a cold? Are there ways we can avoid catching a cold? When researchers expose healthy people to cold viruses, 85 to 90 percent become infected, but only about half will develop cold symptoms. So why […]
Many of us today are trying to find health tips for lowering cholesterol, lowering blood sugars, reducing arthritis pain and yes boosting our memory. Many households in North America or Europe have cinnamon in their their cupboards. Cinnamon is the brown bark from the cinnamon tree, which when dried, rolls into a tubular form known […]
February 20, 2012 by marilynrabe February is celebrated as American Heart Month to bring awareness of the impact of heart disease and to suggest lifestyle changes that can help us to have healthier hearts. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States; one […]
September 20, 2018 by Michelle Treber I enjoy walking during my lunchtime. When I do, this break away from my desk refreshes me. It helps me re-focus as I breathe in the fresh air and take a few minutes to get out of the “work mode”. A few weeks ago, while crossing the railroad tracks […]
March 3, 2011 by lisabarlage Many of us take a family vacation or have family members who travel over Spring Break. Do you have plans this year? I usually just go to visit family members, but since I have sisters in three different states – even that can involve air travel and doesn’t usually happen […]
August 13, 2012 by Pat Brinkman School starting makes me think of football, soccer, and other fall sports. Sports provide benefits in many ways. They increase physical coordination, fitness, self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline. Children and adults can benefits both physically and psychologically from playing sports. With growing bodies which are still developing coordination, children are […]
August 16, 2012 by bethstefura As the 2012 London Olympics have drawn to a close, we watched in awe of the dedication and determination of these athletes and maybe became a little envious of their amazing strength and physical condition. We may never make it to the Olympics, yet we can easily incorporate some of […]
Hot chocolate is my favorite drink during the fall and winter months. The snow was falling outside and I was anxious for my 1st cup of the New Year. However, I made a New Year’s Resolution to be healthier and watch my sugar intake. Have you ever taken time to stop and read the nutrition […]
March 14, 2012 by bethstefura We all love a cold refreshing drink with a meal, after physical activity or as a snack. Sodas, sweet tea, energy drinks and other sugary drinks taste great; yet contain a lot of calories and no nutrients. What you drink makes an impact on your health. Do we stop and […]
May 10, 2012 by linnettegoard When the weather warms my thoughts turn to fresh fruits and vegetables. They can be fresh from the garden, farmer’s market or produce department in your local grocery store. Here are some tips for selecting the best product and keeping it safe. When purchasing fruits and vegetables, select items that […]
April 19, 2011 by dorisherringshaw Farmer’s Markets will soon be ready for business. While there will be many plants for sale there will be also be fresh spring fruits and vegetables. Fresh edibles include rhubarb, peas, spinach, radishes, onions and asparagus will be the first fresh fruits and vegetables available. Some guideline’s for buying and […]
January 23, 2017 by Shannon Carter There is an ever-increasing bounty of gluten free foods available in grocery stores and on restaurant menus. Why? Are more people needing a gluten free diet, or just choosing to avoid gluten? The short answer is yes… to both questions. If we look at the percentage of Americans that must avoid gluten for health reasons, that […]
June 30, 2011 by Michelle Treber The exact cause of cancer is unknown but we do know what makes it more likely to occur. This blog message recommends that you choose and prepare healthy foods and be more active to cut the risk of cancer.What are some likely causes of cancer? • Smoking • Sunlight […]
July 14, 2016 by Michelle Treber It is hard to believe that we are entering the second half of 2016. Where did the time go? Were you like most of us who set a New Year’s goal or resolution? How are you doing with that goal? Did you achieve it and move forward with your […]
