Tips On Eating Healthy Every Day

Tips On Eating Healthy Every Day

You know how it goes… “Today’s the day! I’m going to start eating healthy again.” So often, this is how the day begins, but despite your best intentions, eating healthy is a challenge each and every day. The following are five tips to keep yourself on track:   Make food at home What better way to ensure you’re eating healthy than turning up the heat in your own kitchen? When you cook your own meals, you’re more aware of what goes into your favorite dish and you’re able to prepare meals ahead of time, saving time and money.   Moderation

August 10, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: food, healthy eating, moderation, nutrition, and vegetables.
Healthy Lunch Options For Kids

Healthy Lunch Options For Kids

With back-to-school time fast approaching, your mind might be reeling about what to pack for your child’s lunch. Maybe you’re simply looking for something different to prepare for them at home. We’ve scoured the web for some healthy lunch ideas that make lunch a time that both you and your child will look forward to again and again. HEALTHY PIZZA Healthline.com has a pizza recipe that cuts down on the grease and pumps up the nutrition. Several of the standard ingredients can be used, but shoot for a low-sodium tomato sauce and reduced-fat cheese. Substitute a carbohydrate-packed crust for a

August 2, 2017 | | No Comments
Categories: Blog and Summer.
Tags: eating, healthy, kids, and lunch.
3 Things To Look For In Insect Repellant

3 Things To Look For In Insect Repellant

   Much to our irritation, bugs enjoy the warm weather just as much as the rest of us. Not only are they annoying, but potentially disease-ridden, as well. Sunscreen isn’t the only thing you should be applying to your skin before heading outdoors; insect repellant is just as important. Here are three questions you may consider asking yourself when choosing one: 1. WHAT DOES THIS REPELLANT WARD OFF? Some repellants pride themselves as all-in-one, able to take down any bug that dares try to touch your skin.  However, remember the old adage, “jack of all trades, master of none”. Certain

August 2, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: bug, insect repellant, and mosquitoes.
How To Get Your Kids To Eat Their Vegetables

How To Get Your Kids To Eat Their Vegetables

   We all remember the old saying, “you can lead a kid to vegetables, but you can’t make them eat them.” Well, maybe not, but it’s certainly true that getting your children to eat their veggies can be like pulling teeth. With a little ingenuity, however, it can be done. Here are some ideas. ENHANCE THE FLAVORS Let’s face it: many kids aren’t going to like the taste of vegetables without the incentive of additional flavoring. Try a nice ranch dip for broccoli or carrot sticks. Melt some cheese over green beans. This can act as a temporary “covering” to

August 2, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: food, kids, and vegetables.
What To Look For In Vitamins

What To Look For In Vitamins

   Strolling down the aisles of your local pharmacy, what do you tend to see? Rows upon rows of plastic containers of all shapes and sizes containing an endless variety of vitamins and minerals. You want to live a healthy lifestyle, but the sheer number of options available can be overwhelming. How do you know what to look for in a vitamin? Here are a few tips. 1. WHOLE FOODS-BASED Whole food-based vitamins occur naturally in foods, plants, and herbs. The human body is designed to absorb these nutrients. It has trouble, however, absorbing nutrients found in synthetic vitamins, which

June 28, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: capsules, tips, and vitamins.
Men’s Health Month

Men’s Health Month

   Men face many unique challenges in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and Men’s Health Month is the perfect opportunity to heighten their awareness. To celebrate this special month of activity, let’s delve into several important health topics men may focus on. 1. Watch what you eat Heart disease is the leading cause of death among males in the US (according to the CDC), nearly a quarter of the population. Thankfully, the right heart-healthy foods can keep you from becoming a statistic. Fish, nuts, berries, and even dark chocolate are packed full of vitamins and nutrients that can contribute to good

June 26, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: exercise, health, and Men.
First Aid Items Every Mom Should Have

First Aid Items Every Mom Should Have

     You never expect something to happen to your child until it’s too late. You may think you’re prepared, but when was the last time you checked your first aid kit? Being prepared is the first step to protecting your children during an emergency. This doesn’t mean you have to operate a small hospital, but here are 10 first aid items that every mom should have. Prescription medication If your child has recurring allergies or asthma attacks that require a prescription, you need to be prepared. Next time you visit your physician, ask for extra prescriptions of any medicine

June 23, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: children, firs aid, and mother.
Do I Still Need a Bedtime Routine as an Adult?

Do I Still Need a Bedtime Routine as an Adult?

  If you think an appropriate bedtime is just for the ones you’re tucking in, you’re missing a huge opportunity to improve your quality of life. Maintaining a bedtime routine, especially as an adult, is crucial. This looks different for everyone, but there are several ways you can fine tune your internal clock. Be consistent Life gets busy, we get it, but choosing a bedtime and wake-up time is the first step to establishing your bedtime routine. The average adult needs between seven and nine hours of sleep. You tell your body exactly when it is time to crawl under

June 23, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: adult, health, and sleep.
3 Ways to Improve Digestion

3 Ways to Improve Digestion

  If you experience the occasional bloating or irregularity, your digestive system may be asking for a dietary or lifestyle change. An effective digestive system is responsible for breaking down what you eat into the nutrients you need to survive and is crucial to your well-being. Here are a few ways to improve your digestion significantly.   1. Adjust your diet Minor adjustments to your diet can improve your digestion profoundly. Eating a high-fiber diet is a great first step. You can find fiber in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. Insoluble fibers, such as wheat bran, allow for more solid

June 23, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: Digestion, Fitness, and health.
Does My Kindergartner Need to be Vaccinated?

Does My Kindergartner Need to be Vaccinated?

Your greatest hope as a parent is to protect your child. Sometimes this might seem impossible, but vaccinations may be one way to put the well-being of your little one first by reducing their chances of disease. This is especially true as your child enters kindergarten. You’re excited about this new chapter, but you might be overwhelmed at what vaccinations are recommended, or even required, at this time in your child’s life. Here are several questions to ask yourself about vaccinations as you and your child begin this new chapter. What are my state’s requirements? Find out if your state

June 23, 2017 | | No Comments
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Tags: children, school, and vaccination.