April 29, 2019 by Pat Brinkman Can you and your family go a week without looking at screens when you’re not at work or school? This is National Screen-Free Week. Most of us have our cell phones handy at all times. We text, email or connect to social media without thinking about it. Our children […]
Berries have a high level of antioxidants. Antioxidants are molecules found in food which may help prevent cancer and other chronic diseases. Many people are aware of this and consume more berries because of this. But, did you know that berries are also high in fiber? Check out the fiber values in berries: Food Portion/Amount […]
I bought my first gallon of apple cider in mid-September and will continue to do so for a couple more months. No other beverage conjures up as many happy childhood memories of fall as drinking cider. I’m not an apple juice drinker, but I do love my cider! As a rule, I tend not to […]
October 30, 2017 by green308 I bought my first gallon of apple cider in mid-September and will continue to do so for a couple more months. No other beverage conjures up as many happy childhood memories of fall as drinking cider. I’m not an apple juice drinker, but I do love my cider! As a […]
July 21, 2016 by bohlen19 As my family gardened this week we noticed that we have an abundance of zucchini. It’s that time of year where everyone is getting more than they anticipated and they are trying to find ways to use it up, preserve it, or give it away. When picking zucchini look for firm […]
September 3, 2015 by bethstefura Has technology, or more specifically use of technology, become a concern for you? According to a recent study, most people spend five hours on their computer daily. They also spend four hours watching television and just over two hours on their smartphones or tablets. Those multiple viewings add up to […]
February 21, 2019 by barton345 child cracking an egg child helping cook child helping cook child cracking an egg Recently I came across a statistic that startled me: Many youth today are up to two generations away from households where healthy food is prepared from fresh ingredients. We’re cooking and eating at home less and […]
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 […]
Did that title spark your interest? As a mom of three small children, I find myself stressed at times because of my kids’ behaviors. The behaviors I am referring to are typical behaviors for their ages however when multiplied by three it is enough to make you want to pull your hair out at times. […]
Labor Day is a perfect reminder that in order to celebrate the work and achievement we have had in the past year, we need a break to reflect. Technology and the strive to always do more (and better than anyone else); can develop a bad habit of never disconnecting from our work. Working all the […]
December 17, 2020 by jmlobb What’s for dinner? After months of living in a pandemic, does the thought of finding an answer to this ordinary question evoke feelings of panic, stress, or dread? If you answered with an emphatic “yes”, you’re not alone! While we know there are many positive, lifelong health and social benefits […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged aging, Blood Pressure, good posture, health benefits, healthy choices, Healthy Living, Heart Disease, Lifestyles, physical activity, reverse aging, Wellness, workplace on September 16, 2013| Leave a Comment » Time to stand up! Standing up is good for your health. Research is showing that even if you are physically active, sitting […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged health, memory, music, music and wellness, music as stress reliever, music healing, music health, music therapy, relaxation, Stress, stress management, stress reliever, Wellness on August 8, 2014| Leave a Comment » Why do you listen to music? Take a moment to think about where you are at, what you are […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Blood Pressure, caffeine, caffeine acts, coffee, depression, drinks, endurance exercise, food choices, health, healthy behaviors, healthy choices, Heart Disease, Lifestyles, lifting weights, motor tasks, pregnancy women, sleep, Stress, stress reduction, weight control, Wellness, workplace on December 6, 2012| Leave a Comment » Are you ready for your morning coffee? With […]
