November 8, 2012 by bethstefura Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate your blessings and is often centered on a feast with family and friends. Thanksgiving dinner usually features traditional dishes such as turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, yams, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, rolls and homemade pies. This can easily add up to 3000 calories! Your […]
As spring time arrives, there are many busy schedules with work, school activities, children’s sports schedules and other countless activities that can leave families with minimal time for sit down meals. This ultimately can affect food choices and family meal time. Ideally, it is healthiest to avoid the fast food venue. In the event you […]
Posted in Healthy People, Healthy Relationships, tagged animals, cats, companions, dog, Exercise, friends, health benefits, Healthy Living, pet companion, pets, physical activity, stress reduction, Wellness on February 6, 2014| 1 Comment » Chumlee and Big Hoss Pet ownership is a responsibility, and with this responsibility comes numerous health benefits including exercise, companionship, and unconditional love. […]
November 13, 2012 by lisabarlage When: November 19th – January 6, 2013 What does it cost: Nothing – Free! Who can participate: Any adult with an email account. What is included: Twice weekly educational messages, tracking log for progress, Facebook account for group interaction, weekly drawings from participants for wellness and fitness prizes. Why: To […]
June 11, 2012 by smith3993 We come home from work and we are hungry and are looking for something to eat right away. Are we really hungry or is it a habit? It is easy to walk in the door and be triggered to eat. So, the next time you get a craving for foods […]
“The more committed a child is to learning, the more likely it is that he or she will grow up healthy.” – Peter L. Benson, Ph.D. Believe it or not, summer break is nearly over and school will officially be back in session soon. Going back to school can be an exciting time for […]
Confused about conflicting nutrition information? Know where to find reliable nutrition facts based on sound research, or do you feel like you’re swimming in a sea of sharks? With the advancement of technology, consumers face a daily barage of “scientific” discoveries, ancient remedies, and miracle weight-loss diets from various media outlets. But how is a person able to identify credible information from false claims? Overall, how […]
X This site uses cookies. By continuing, you agree to their use. Learn more, including how to control cookies. Living through a pandemic, working remotely (at times), moving my college students to two different states, losing my dad, going on vacation, and becoming a certified yoga instructor are a few experiences that define the year […]
Increasingly, I hear friends and relatives talking up the benefits of essential oils. So, what are essential oils, and what makes them so magical? Essential oils are oils extracted from plants. They come from various plant parts including roots, stems, leaves, flowers and fruits, although not all plants produce essential oils. Essential oils have been […]
It’s flu season! Best protection is handwashing. Regular soap? Or antibacterial soap? Does antibacterial provide extra protection against getting sick? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) isn’t sure antibacterial really makes any difference. In fact, the FDA is proposing companies need to provide more evidence antibacterial soaps are more effective, than just washing with plain […]
According to the University of California- Riverside Wellness page: There are many dimensions of health: physical, spiritual, emotional, occupational, social, intellectual, and environmental. The dimension of environmental wellness includes “trying to live in harmony with the Earth by understanding the impact of your interaction with nature and your personal environment, and taking action to protect […]
Does your family regularly eat together? December 3 (Dine-In Day) is a good time to start or make it a habit to share a meal together as a family. Sharing a meal can happen at any time during the day, breakfast, lunch or dinner. Try to make it a healthy meal by following My Plate. […]
January 25, 2018 by jmlobb We all know that there are many reasons to eat more fruits and vegetables. Baking a batch of muffins is a great way to add extra produce to your diet, especially if you have overripe fruit or vegetables that you want to use before they spoil. Apples, pears, carrots, zucchini, […]
As we begin a new year, it is a great time to think about your food budget and ways to eat better on a budget. There are many ways you can save money on the foods you eat. Here are a few tips to help you get the most for your food budget! Before heading […]
