September 17, 2015 by jennyeven If you’re confused by all of the healthy cooking oils in the supermarket, don’t be. From almond to walnut, today’s cooking oils offer benefits as well as disadvantages. Just be sure to read the label, check the price, and be willing to experiment. Here’s a primer on the hottest new […]
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 ask yourself, how you are […]
April 27, 2015 by lisabarlage Safe, high quality home canned foods begin with the right equipment, used properly. Why risk losing your time and food dollar through spoilage? Check and assemble good equipment before the season begins, then maintain it well. Check jars and bands. Discard chipped jars and rusted or distorted bands. Have pressure […]
April 11, 2019 by Daniel Remley Photo by Peng LIU on Pexels.com In Ohio, it’s hard to get away from that orange glow in the sky. The glow stems from our cities and towns, restaurants, car dealerships, street lights, but invades our night sky so we can’t see the stars and constellations. According to scientists, […]
February 12, 2012 by zies1 Eat Fish for Better Health Do you eat fish at least twice a week? Studies show you should do this for good health. Seafood is high in nutrients, including healthy Omega- 3 fats. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends adults eating about 8 ounces of seafood per week. Eating […]
If you’re confused by all of the healthy cooking oils in the supermarket, don’t be. From almond to walnut, today’s cooking oils offer benefits as well as disadvantages. Just be sure to read the label, check the price, and be willing to experiment. Here’s a primer on the hottest new cooking oils available on store […]
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 […]
The accumulation of bacteria Top 10 Points to Remember: (1) The change in the human diet that has had THE BIGGEST impact on our health is (1) the drop in the amount of fiber we eat, and (2) the diversity of the fiber we eat. (2) When you starve your good bacteria (by not eating […]
Do you think that your current sugary snacks may be making you crave more sugary snacks? This may be the truth for many people. When you eat simple carbohydrates, without protein or fat, hunger may be satisfied but it is usually short term. The energy boost usually wears off quickly leaving you hungry and soon […]
The accumulation of bacteria Top 10 Points to Remember: (1) The change in the human diet that has had THE BIGGEST impact on our health is (1) the drop in the amount of fiber we eat, and (2) the diversity of the fiber we eat. (2) When you starve your good bacteria (by not eating […]
Cleaning up messes? Flu season? Coughing and sneezing? Grab those disinfectant wipes! Germs will be gone, right? Yes, but those wipes may contain Environmental Protection Agency-registered pesticides. Yes that’s right, pesticides. Some of these products should not be used around children, especially small children. Many of the ingredients in these products have been linked with […]
December 14, 2010 by smith3993 This is a great time to be teaching and involved in nutrition education. Foods and beverages are being shown to help our bodies fend off certain diseases and boost our bodies’ immune system beyond just providing calories and energy. A balanced diet can help lower cholesterol which may reduce the risk […]
Two years ago, when I was pregnant with my son, my husband and I did many things to prepare for his arrival. We took a childbirth class, set up a crib, decorated a nursery, and installed a car seat. What did we not know to do? Prepare for the changes that would come to our […]
November 16, 2010 by linnettegoard We owe it to ourselves to plan healthy meals so that we feel better and are more productive in our work environment. Do you ever get that sluggish feeling midway through the morning? Think about what you had for breakfast. Was it nutritious? Did you even have breakfast? What about […]
