Be a Food Hero

Be a Food Hero

Apr 21, 2023 | Food

The United States is facing a big problem – the increasing amount of consumable food being discarded before retail sale or consumption, otherwise known as food waste. Each year grocery stores account for about 16 billion pounds, and American families 76 billion...
Honor Mother Earth With Mushrooms

Honor Mother Earth With Mushrooms

Apr 14, 2023 | Food

There are many ways to observe Earth Day — from organizing a neighborhood composting program to cleaning a park. This year, mark the occasion with a healthy helping of mushrooms. The mushroom is a sustainable food bursting with flavor and health benefits. Dining on...
Good for the Planet, Good for You

Good for the Planet, Good for You

Apr 7, 2023 | Food

When it comes to food, looks aren’t anything. Bright, shiny produce doesn’t have more flavor or nutrients than misshapen, gnarly pieces, so there’s no reason to ignore them. But that’s what most of us do. Researchers estimate that about 10 million pounds of ugly...
Healthy Habits

Healthy Habits

Mar 31, 2023 | Healthy Tips

Good or bad habits are routines that are automatic and make our lives easier. Breaking bad habits and replacing them with ones that improve your life can benefit your overall health. The first step to breaking unhealthy habits is simply being aware of what they...
Marching Your Way to Good Health

Marching Your Way to Good Health

Mar 24, 2023 | Physical Fitness

Is the cold March air keeping you from doing your favorite outdoor walks or jogs? If you don’t have the space or the funds for a treadmill, consider walking in place. Long stretches of sitting can be as dangerous to your health as smoking cigarettes. Walking in place...
How to Rise AND Shine

How to Rise AND Shine

Mar 10, 2023 | Healthy Tips

For many people, morning is painful. An alarm goes off, and the day begins with a groan. But mornings don’t have to be traumatic. Here are a few methods to start your day on a positive note: After hours of being sedentary, our bodies are tight. Five to 10 minutes of...