August 30, 2018 by joannamrini Most parents need ways of staying organized that are tailored to the specific needs of their family. The Bullet Journal®, an analog system designed by Ryder Carroll “to track the past, organize the present, and plan for the future” has gained much interest from people who seek a better way to […]
January 18, 2021 by Dr. R. E. Scammahorn Husband and wife family picture My brother-in-law was born with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). One of the possible indications of NF1 is heart deformations. Specifically, for him, it resulted in his ascending aorta and left ventricle being deformed at birth. Originally his family was told this should […]
What do the above fruits have in common? Yes, they are a great source of vitamin C! Most of us know this, but do we get enough? Vitamin C is an antioxidant which helps the body to heal wounds and cuts. Citrus fruits are also rich in flavonoids which have anticancer properties and may also […]
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A few days ago we read about the abundance of zucchini plants in many of our gardens. Peppers are another vegetable that has been producing non-stop recently. My grandson’s garden is providing all of us with more peppers than we can use! Being a young entrepreneur, he even set up a small stand near their […]
There are a lot of things going on in this world right now that can make us feel anxious, worrisome, sad, upset, angry, and even defeated. I would be lying if I said I hadn’t felt any of those feelings in the last several months. Maybe you’ve experienced one of the following scenarios. Pepperoni pizza […]
October 25, 2021 by bohlen19 This fall has presented many challenges for my family with eating a nutritious dinner as one of them. With back-to-school, work, homework and my kids extra-curricular activities, we found ourselves hitting the drive-thru more times than not. While discussing my troubles with a co-worker, they recommended I dust off my […]
It seems like when something upsetting happens, it isn’t usually one small thing at a time. It is many small things that add up to big things and then BOOM! I am overwhelmed with disappointment. Disappointment in my own reactions, disappointment in others, and disappointment in the situation(s). Lately, these situations have been coming at […]
Driving down a country road every roadside market is selling pumpkins this time of year. Is the goal to find the biggest, roundest pumpkin? It depends on its purpose. If you are looking for a pumpkin to decorate – you probably do want one that is big and round. But, if you are choosing one […]
Knowing that long-term weight management to maintain good health is important, we should be able to determine whether the guidelines/programs of popular diets are set up to be healthy habits for a lifetime or a fad diet that is all hype and will provide only a short-term fix. Health Risks Fad Diets, and Yo-Yo Dieting […]
What are Ultra-processed foods? Ultra-processed foods are manufactured foods that went through many processes before getting to the supermarket. Most of these foods could not be made at home, as you would not be able to purchase all the ingredients needed, such as colorings, emulsifiers, anti-caking agents, hydrogenated oils, protein isolates, and modified starches (to […]
When did you last take time to stretch? If you practice yoga or Pilates regularly, perhaps it was sometime this past week. If you’re like me, you might take a few minutes to stretch at the end of a cardiovascular workout. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans state that stretching exercises can increase flexibility and […]
Knowing that long-term weight management to maintain good health is important, we should be able to determine whether the guidelines/programs of popular diets are set up to be healthy habits for a lifetime or a fad diet that is all hype and will provide only a short-term fix. Health Risks Fad Diets, and Yo-Yo Dieting […]
In a couple of weeks, my family and I will be sitting down to feast on sweets, side dishes, and TURKEY! To ensure everyone stays healthy and happy, I am going to debunk some turkey myths. Myth #1 – You must rinse your turkey before cooking. According to the USDA, don’t wash the bird! Rinsing […]
