Wellness Wake Up Call

Trying to stay active during the holidays can feel like another item on a to-do list, so let’s talk about ways to make being active fun and a natural part of your daily routine!

Follow some simple guidelines for a food safe holiday season. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the CDC, estimates that each year, 48 million people in the United States get sick from foodborne illnesses. Following four simple steps at home can help protect you and your loved ones from food poisoning.

We can also consider the types of gifts we give during the holiday season. Inspiring healthy resolutions through holiday gift-giving is a thoughtful way to encourage loved ones to prioritize their well-being in the coming year. Here are some creative ideas to inspire positive change:

Keep in mind, Thanksgiving is the #1 food waste holiday so make a plan now for all of your leftovers so they don’t end up in the trash. Good food should feed people, not landfills.

Every November the American Diabetes Association celebrates National Diabetes Month.

November is Eat Smart Month, an American Heart Association campaign encouraging Americans to make small, sustainable changes to live healthier lives.

The fall season is the perfect time to cultivate an attitude of gratitude. As nature slows down and transitions, it invites us to reflect on the beauty of change and the importance of appreciating life’s simple gifts.

Our brain needs sugar, also called carbohydrates, to survive, but too much can have adverse effects on our overall health, including our teeth.

Today, we are talking about the health benefits of chocolate. It all starts with the cacao bean which is a powerhouse of nutrition.

October is Eczema Awareness Month and over 16 million adults and 8 million children in the U.S. have eczema in some form.

October is National Vegetarian Awareness Month. First created by the North American Vegetarian Society in 1977, its goal was to raise awareness about a vegetarian lifestyle, including the environmental, ethical, health, and humanitarian aspects.

Do you know the warning signs of suicide and where to go for help? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death among Americans and is preventable.

Considering the eight dimensions of wellness—emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual—can provide a holistic approach to maintaining balance and well-being during this busy time.

Here are 5 healthy behaviors to help with healthy aging

Here are 7 tips to build a better breakfast.

August is National Breastfeeding Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the incredible benefits of breastfeeding for both babies and mothers.

Sliced carrots and bell peppers are delicious sides and easy dippers for low-fat ranch or hummus, and they are great for eye health which is our topic this week.

This week, we are talking about packing healthy school lunches and snacks. According to the National School Lunch Program, about 60% of students eat school lunch. The other 40% bring lunch to school. Lunch is an important part of the day.

The first full week of August is National Farmers Market Week. It began in 1999 to celebrate the impact local farmers markets have in America’s food supply.

One challenging task while traveling is eating healthy on the road. Here are four ways to snack well during all your summer adventures: