Dairy Does A Body Good
There are no bones about it: osteoporosis is no joke. Over time, this condition can lead to brittle bones that break easily and cause debilitating pain. Taking steps early to support bone health can go a long way toward decreasing the risk of developing osteoporosis...
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
"Grandparents Raising Grandchildren" are grandparents who are caregivers for their grandchildren. They have obtained temporary custody or have adopted because the grandchildren's biological parents often are either incarcerated for crimes related to drugs and/or...
Mother’s Day Flowers, Stems, Roots, and Leaves
Want to show mom how much you really care about her? Try giving her a Mother’s Day flowers, stems, roots, and leaves arrangement. Okay, so these cleverly disguised vegetables are not the usual bouquet. But giving mom a collection of some super healthy vegetables lets...
Spring into Gardening
Have you ever imagined planting a small garden and growing vegetables for your family? It may seem like a difficult and daunting project, but I assure you the benefits of growing your own vegetables far outweigh the reservations and roadblocks that may have previously...
Car Seats and Tethers: How, What and Why
As a child passenger safety technician/instructor for the past twenty years, I am always amazed at how quickly technology changes in the field. Both car seat and vehicle manufacturers are constantly testing innovations, making it difficult to know exactly how to...
Grill It Up!
Grill Out Safely This Summer Perhaps it’s the gentle climate with temperatures conducive to outdoor cooking for much of the year. Or it might be that an outdoor get-together with family, friends, and good food is a great way to celebrate the summer. Whatever the...
What’s Hot: Reducing Food Waste at Home
A hot topic in kitchens and restaurants these days is food waste. Chefs, restaurant managers, and even consumers are looking for ways to save money and the environment by reducing the amount of food tossed in the trash. The United States Department of Agriculture...
Making Your Own Cleaners is Safe and Inexpensive
Many of today’s commercial cleaners are petroleum-based, which may have harmful effects on human and environmental health. But have no fear! On the market today are many wonderful “green” cleaning products that are planet- (and you-) friendly and can be found...
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
https://www.pexels.com/photo/blue-and-silver-stetoscope-40568/ According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of death from cancer. Colorectal cancer is cancer that occurs...
Take the Diabetes Risk Test, No Needles Required!
Are you at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes? The National Institutes of Health's (NIH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) annual Diabetes Alert Day is Tuesday, March 27, promoting awareness of Type 2 Diabetes and challenging people to assess...