October 29, 2018 by green308 Energy drinks have transitioned from being a niche product to one of the fastest growing beverage choices in the world. In 2017, the global energy drink market generated $55 billion, and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 3.7% from 2018-2023. However, as the number of […]
Fresh Blueberries As acknowledged by the North American Blueberry Council and the United States Department of Agriculture, July is Blueberry Month. What a tasty celebration this will be! In addition to the wonderful flavor that blueberries provide, there are also many health benefits related to consuming these juicy fruits. Some recent research suggests the following: […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged breakfast, burritos, busy mornings, egg muffins, pancakes, small goals, snooze, vision statement, weight loss on February 5, 2018| 3 Comments » At the beginning of January, I shared Baby-steps To A Healthier You. I wanted to make smaller weekly goals to help me reach my overall goal. By doing so, I’m […]
November 16, 2017 by kathygreen24 This is a perfect time of year to teach our children about being thankful. The Thanksgiving holiday has many opportunities to create new family traditions that will bring the real meaning of thankfulness and gratitude to a personal level for our children. Even is the mist of extremely challenging circumstances, […]
August 27, 2015 by economos2 The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends limiting sodium to less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day – that’s equal to about 1 teaspoon of salt! Most Americans eat an average of 3,300 mg of sodium daily! http://www.cdc.gov/salt/ You should reduce your intake further to 1500 mg per day if you […]
August 23, 2018 by Pat Brinkman Good sportsmanship is an important skill to learn. However, as with most values, our children do not usually learn it by just talking about it. Usually they “catch it by our actions or the actions of others.” Thus, we as parents and adults need to model the good sportsmanship […]
August 17, 2015 by marilynrabe Most of us think about cleaning in the Spring when sunlight starts streaming into our house and the accumulated dust bunnies and fingerprints take center stage. Even though this is considered the traditional time for a thorough cleaning, I’ve always been a fan of fall cleaning! After a summer full […]
This is a great time of year to enjoy root vegetables. These are the tubers and roots of vegetables that we can eat. Root vegetables grow underground and absorb a lot of nutrients from the soil. They are concentrated with antioxidants, Vitamins C, B, A, and iron. They are also packed with carbohydrates and fiber, […]
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 […]
Have you ever finished eating your lunch or dinner and could barely remember what you had just eaten? Could you identify the tastes and textures? Has your stomach ever felt uncomfortable after you quickly gobbled down a sandwich or meal? Do you eat in the car or in front of the television or computer screen? […]
September 22, 2011 by jennyeven The days may still be warm, but a chill in the evening air reminds us that fall is just around the corner. And even though summer has ended, there’s still time to enjoy the bounty of your local farmers’ market. Stands are filled with sweet potatoes, squash, apples, turnips, beets, […]
June 3, 2011 by lisabarlage The USDA revealed their new education program to help families build healthier diets recently. They plan for Choose MyPlate to replace the Pyramid that they have been using. For many of us in the nutrition and health education fields – this isn’t a new concept – we have used this […]
October 16, 2014 by Polly Loy Halloween Health and Safety Tips Autumn holidays like Halloween and Harvest Day are fun times for children of all ages. They can dress up in costumes, enjoy parties, try fall fruits and vegetables and eat yummy treats. These celebrations also provide a chance to give out healthy snacks, to […]
March 9, 2020 by Shannon Carter Did you know there is a whole grain for every month, according to the Whole Grain Council? This month, quinoa takes center stage. Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is a nutritious, versatile whole grain. It’s becoming quite popular on salad buffets and in many household favorite recipes. Quinoa is considered a […]
