September 17, 2020 by bohlen19 There are a lot of things going on in this world right now that can make us feel anxious, worrisome, sad, upset, angry, and even defeated. I would be lying if I said I hadn’t felt any of those feelings in the last several months. Maybe you’ve experienced one of […]
If there was a support group for tuna addicts, I would be sitting in the front row. I have been a tuna fish lover since I was in elementary school. My mother always packed my lunch, and when I opened that brown paper bag and saw a tuna fish sandwich wrapped in waxed paper, I […]
Good nutrition is important for everyone but for shift workers, healthy eating is vital to feeling your best, both on and off the job and for maintaining your mental, spiritual and physical health. Eating during shift work often requires a change in the type of foods chosen and the timing of meals. If you work […]
December 20, 2012 by bethstefura Healthy eating can be a fun part of holiday parties and celebrations. Offer healthy foods from all the food groups and most of all focus on enjoying friends and family. Here are some tips to boost your spirits and nourish your body through the New Year! Don’t skip meals, especially […]
February 1, 2018 by barton345 We live in a technology-loving society. We rely on our phones to get us where we need to go, keep us in touch, bank, track our exercise, entertain us and more. Our children also rely more than ever on technology to complete homework, engage socially with peers, play games, share […]
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 […]
June 29, 2017 by Michelle Treber Have you heard about “life hacks”? These shortcuts or tips can help make life easier. I started thinking about “health hacks” – things we could do to improve our health. Many of these suggestions may be routine for you but look through them and see if you can find […]
September 6, 2016 by Michelle Treber My family had a scare this week. My sister recently had breast reconstruction surgery from breast cancer. After the surgery she was instructed to wear a compression bra for 3 weeks, only taking it off to shower. It was uncomfortable and perhaps a little tight. She thought the bra […]
Website Details Christine Kendle, MS, RDN, LD, enjoys working for Ohio State University Extension in Tuscarawas County as an Extension Educator in Family and Consumer Sciences. She enjoys teaching about food preservation and food safety as it relates to both the food service operators and the consumer.
As we age there are many important things to consider. One of those important considerations is living arrangements. With the aging of America, the retirement living industry has grown exponentially over the past decade providing the seniors of today and tomorrow a vast variety of housing and care options. Understanding the housing choices that are […]
December 30, 2019 by lisabarlage “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Winston Churchill As we move into the new year let’s think about the “Power of Positivity” and the role that it can have for a potentially wonderful year. Did you know that positive people are more resilient, adaptive, innovative, healthy […]
Is a garden part of your healthy lifestyle? Whether you grow a few plants, a large garden plot, or visit a public garden, the health benefits can be numerous. Being in nature and gardening can improve physical, social, and mental health. In addition to health benefits, gardens are also known to increase property values, and […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged Container Garden, family, Family Garden, Fruits, gardening, herb garden, herbs, Kitchen Garden, Peoples Garden, Plants, USDA, USDA Garden, Vegetables on May 11, 2014| 1 Comment » USDA’s People’s Garden Initiative has some great gardening tips to help you get started. Learn how you can make having a garden a fun […]
February 5, 2019 by Michelle Treber I pick “kind”… will you? I work in Pickaway County, Ohio and the selection for our “One Book, One Community” campaign this year is Wonder by R. J. Palacio. I’ve seen the movie twice and now I am enjoying the book. If you haven’t read the book or seen the […]
