What’s Brewing – Tea – National Tea Day
Tea dates back thousands of years and spans numerous continents and civilizations. Tea contains antioxidants known as catechins and flavonoids. Antioxidants work to neutralize free radicals, which are formed when cells burn oxygen for energy. Researchers from the USDA...
Lifestyle and Brain Health
Forgetfulness at times occurs to everyone, but many adults attribute this to aging. Regardless of your age, lifestyle practices are a factor in one’s health, and that includes brain health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) acknowledges that there...
Preserving Strawberries: A Guide to Freezing
As we relish the flavors of locally grown strawberries, their sweet aroma and vibrant hues evoke the essence of sunshine captured in each bite. Now that we're past Valentine's Day, where strawberries often take center stage, let's dive into the art of preserving these...
Let’s Go Walking – Celebrate National Walking Day – April 3, 2024
Let’s go walking on April 3, 2024, to celebrate National Walking Day. Walking is one of the best ways to get in our daily exercise with numerous health benefits. Research has shown that walking at a moderate pace at least 150 minutes a week can help you: Think...
Stress Around the Clock
By definition, catastrophic events, job loss, divorce, and death of a loved one are extremely stressful, but these situations are infrequent. What about those day-to-day stressors you face all the time? Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) reports a third of...
World Home Economics Day – March 21, 2024
Since 1982 the International Federation for Home Economics (IFHE) has sponsored World Home Economics Day. The event promotes the home economics profession and acknowledges the hard work that home economists do for their communities. The International Federation of...
National Kidney Month, March 2024
Did you know that keeping your kidneys healthy has a positive effect on your heart? Kidneys are on the left and right sides of the spine and the backside of the stomach. The kidneys are no longer than 5 inches, and both have a big job when it comes to...
Healthy Habits
We are well on our way into the new year, so that means you have kept up with your new year’s resolutions, right? Most individuals begin the new year with a resolution that they are going to participate in healthier habits, whether that be eating right, drinking more...
Healthy Teeth, Healthier Body
October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Maintaining good dental hygiene is not only essential for a bright smile but also for overall health. Poor oral health can lead to various dental issues, including cavities, gum disease, and even other health problems...
National Seafood Month
October is one of my most favorite times of year. Fall is in the air and the temperatures are starting to “fall.” School is back in session for our kids. The holiday season is beginning. Did you know that October is also National Seafood Month? There is no better time...