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HEALTHY EATING Bright emerald green is symbolic of spring and food bursting with flavor and nutrients. Spring “clean” your diet, suggests Kari Kooi, a registered dietitian at The Methodist Hospital in Houston. She recommends these 5 green powerhouse foods: *Asparagus:These green spears offer a bounty of nutrients. Asparagus is high in an antioxidant that can […]
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FAMILY LIFE Everyone knows a victim of domestic violence, but most people don’t know what to do to help. “If someone comes to you and tells you they’re a victim of domestic violence, the most important thing you can do is offer your support without judgment,” said Vicky Dinges, vice president of corporate responsibility at
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HEALTHY EATING State fair food booths are famous for deep-frying most anything-even butter. It’s not unusual for a single serving to hit 500 or even 1,000 calories, with dozens of grams of fat. As unlikely as it may sound, it is possible to get a taste of a state fair without overindulging, says Dr. Donald
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WELL-BEING Did you know you can get sick from swimming? Whether it’s a pool, hot tub, water park, fountain, lake, river or ocean, some water can have germs or chemicals in it that cause recreational water illness (RWI). And, the number of RWI outbreaks have increased steadily in the last 30 years. RWIs can ruin
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SELF-CARE CORNER Although many athletes understand the importance of keeping their muscles and bones healthy, it’s also important for them to take care of their skin. Sports equipment, especially protective helmets and pads, creates a warm, moist and dark environment for the germs that can cause skin infections to grow. “Athletes are at an increased
FINANCIAL HEALTH The holidays are often a time for celebrations, get-togethers, and lots of shopping for gifts. Unfortunately, theft can happen any time of year, including during the holiday season. To keep yourself and loved ones safe when holiday shopping, consider these tips from the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC): At malls and stores: *
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FINANCIAL HEALTH When temperatures drop, energy bills are higher. Duke Energy offers some simple energy (and money) saving tips: * Check your heating system’s ductwork to ensure that it is well insulated and completely covered. Ductwork should be properly sealed and not allowed to hang loose under the house. * Keep your thermostat at a
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MEDICAL NEWS According to researchers at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, nearly 50% of pregnant women who smoke will quit during their pregnancies, but more than half of those will start smoking again after they give birth. Not only is smoking harmful for new mothers, but their babies could also be exposed to dangerous
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BE FIT When summer arrives, kids often want to spend time in front of the TV or on their computer and digital devices. But, exercise is important year-round. In fact, most kids need at least an hour of vigorous exercise each day. How can you get your kids to exercise during the summer? * Get
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MEDICAL NEWS Before taking a daily vitamin or dietary supplement, you might want to think about what you’re really consuming, suggests a Kansas State University human nutritionist. “Supplements are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration like other drugs are regulated, which is something I think a lot of people don’t realize,” said Brian
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