October 15, 2015 by Pat Brinkman What is one of the dirtiest items in your purse or pocket besides money? Probably, your cell phone. Stop for a minute and think about where and when you used your cell phone. We carry them everywhere, rushing to answer or check a text message with dirty hands. We […]
August 13, 2020 by sharigallup If you are out and about at farmers markets this summer, don’t be afraid of the monster zucchini! Finding fresh and unique food for a bargain is always exciting. This weekend at the market I found a zucchini the size of Texas for .50 cents! I hesitated to buy it […]
February 3, 2012 by lisabarlage The most frequent question I have had in the past month from friends, co-workers, or family members who know I am interested in nutrition and health is “What is the best breakfast cereal?” or “What do I look for in my breakfast cereal?”. I think many of them have decided […]
August 3, 2021 by Emily Marrison There are so many things I enjoy about summertime, and admittedly, much of it revolves around food. Fresh peaches are delightful with a wide variety of ways to enjoy them. Though Georgia most likely comes to mind as the peach capital of the US, according to Clemson Cooperative Extension, […]
July 4, 2013 by lisabarlage Family reunions . . . some individuals and families love them; some hate them and avoid them like the plague. Regardless of your thoughts, family reunions play a vital role in strengthening families. They are designed to establish healthy family relationships by providing opportunities for family members to connect/reconnect, reminisce, […]
September 22, 2014 by green308 Food Riddle: When is a generic food not a generic? Answer: When it tastes as good as the real thing! Generic food brands, introduced in 1977, have changed dramatically over the last 37 years. Initially sold in plain white packaging with black lettering, they were considered inferior to name brand […]
January 23, 2025 by Shannon Carter Social connection is vital to human existence, but we have become more isolated over time. In fact, loneliness and isolation, which threaten our health and well-being, have become a major U.S. health concern, according to an advisory from the Surgeon General. Over the past few decades, U.S. social trends […]
March 25, 2013 by bethstefura Spring has arrived according to the calendar! We hope Mother Nature receives the message soon! Spring is a time of renewal, warmer weather and baseball season. It’s a great opportunity to make our homes clean, organized, efficient, healthier, and safer. The following spring cleaning tips help us achieve these goals: […]
December 12, 2019 by Emily Marrison A couple of years ago I started to hear and read what was a new phrase for me: Future Self. The older I get, the more I consider how the things I do today will affect who I am tomorrow. And that may just be the definition of maturity. […]
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 […]
October 10, 2019 by jmlobb At the start of 2019, in a survey of chefs across the country, CBD-infused food and beverages emerged as the most anticipated food trend for the year. Cannabidiol, known as CBD, is a chemical substance found in cannabis plants like hemp and marijuana. Unlike Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, CBD is a […]
July 22, 2019 by bohlen19 Take a quick minute and think about how you are feeling today. What mood are you projecting to others around you? Are you projecting happiness/unhappiness, joy/depression, or love/anger? There were times for me this last year where I was projecting worry, fear and nervousness. The beginning of the year I […]
October 10, 2019 by jmlobb At the start of 2019, in a survey of chefs across the country, CBD-infused food and beverages emerged as the most anticipated food trend for the year. Cannabidiol, known as CBD, is a chemical substance found in cannabis plants like hemp and marijuana. Unlike Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, CBD is a […]
October 10, 2019 by jmlobb At the start of 2019, in a survey of chefs across the country, CBD-infused food and beverages emerged as the most anticipated food trend for the year. Cannabidiol, known as CBD, is a chemical substance found in cannabis plants like hemp and marijuana. Unlike Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, CBD is a […]
