April 7, 2016 by bethstefura When you put on your shoes, do you ever pause for a moment to think about where those shoes have been? Every time you walk, your shoes pick up a multitude of unwanted substances. A recent study found nine different species of bacteria on the bottom of people’s shoes. And […]
October 11, 2021 by Kellie Lemly October is emotional wellness month! What exactly is emotional wellness? Emotional wellness encompasses the feeling of happiness and success. It is learning how to deal with the ups and down of life, coping with challenges and having control of your life and a sense of purpose. When you are […]
Many of us today are trying to find health tips for lowering cholesterol, lowering blood sugars, reducing arthritis pain and yes boosting our memory. Many households in North America or Europe have cinnamon in their their cupboards. Cinnamon is the brown bark from the cinnamon tree, which when dried, rolls into a tubular form known […]
The world of nutrition spans different cultures. Have you ever considered celebrating and learning about different cuisines? Have you ever wondered what your plate would look like with Asian cuisine? Filipino cuisine? Latin American cuisine? The possibilities are endless. You can use MyPlate as a guide and enjoy various cuisines from all over the world. The […]
Inhale. It means to breathe in. Slow or controlled breathing is often used to reduce heart rate, calm emotions, and lower stress. This controlled breathing technique has been around thousands of years in yoga, meditation, and other health practices. I saw this advice recently reminding me to inhale during this holiday season, and I loved […]
January 5, 2015 by dodrill10 According to Wikipedia, a mulligan is second chance to perform an action, usually after the first chance went wrong through bad luck or a blunder. Well, I’m taking a mulligan on my exercise routine! I was pretty faithful to my favorite activity of walking, recording with my Fitbit and using […]
Posted in Healthy Finances, Healthy People, tagged Calories, childrens health, ChooseMyPlate, cost savings at home, food choices, Food Decisions, healthy eating, homemade snacks, oats, peanut butter, recipes, savings, snacks, USDA on February 26, 2015| Leave a Comment » Does your family go through boxes and boxes of store-bought snacks faster than you can replenish them? […]
February 24, 2014 by marilynrabe Should you eat lunch at your desk? Do you find yourself eating at your desk at work more and more often? The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reports that at least 83% of Americans eat at their desk several times a week. While many of us would prefer to have […]
Did you know that today is National Raspberry Cream Pie Day? Raspberries are abundant at this time of year. Raspberries- like many other fruits- are an excellent source of Vitamin C, manganese and fiber. They also contain the phytonutrient ellagic acid, a potential anti-cancer agent. They are an excellent source of soluble fiber and may […]
June 24, 2014 by Daniel Remley According to the University of California- Riverside Wellness page: There are many dimensions of health: physical, spiritual, emotional, occupational, social, intellectual, and environmental. The dimension of environmental wellness includes “trying to live in harmony with the Earth by understanding the impact of your interaction with nature and your personal […]
Clutter means different things to different people, but can generally be categorized into the following groups: • Unused things or things with no sentimental value • Unfinished things • Disorganized things • Too many things in too small a place Clutter says something about you! Maybe you are holding on to the past, unable to make up your […]
Summer is a magnificent season, when outdoor activities abound, and cookouts happen seemingly every weekend. Think of the general spread at a cookout. What comes to mind? Common cookout options include hotdogs, hamburgers, watermelon, chips, dip, and sweets. Unfortunately, many people do not take advantage of the summertime produce available, when it is at its […]
August 29, 2019 by Michelle Treber In the near future, your doctor may prescribe getting outside and embracing nature. Your doctor may suggest that you participate in green exercise, or they may write a nature prescription. Green exercise includes any physical activity that takes place outdoors. Think about taking a walk in nature, exploring a […]
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 […]
