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Cheryl Spires

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Taking Time for Me Is a Must

Life is a roller coaster.  I have been through times in life when I have needed help or care and seasons when I cared for loved ones who experience physical or mental health crises.  Within the past year, I have lost a parent and an uncle who both needed extensive medical care and support.  Several […]

WRITTEN BY: Cheryl Barber Spires, RD, LD, Program Specialist, Ohio State University Extension, spires.53@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Kristen Corry, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • www.pixabay.com

SOURCES:

  • http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/taking-good-care-yourself
  • https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/integrative-complementary-medicine/mindfulness-practices
  • http://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5242

REFERENCES:

  • http://www.cancer.gov/publications/patient-education/caring-for-the-caregiver.pdf
  • http://www.aarp.org/home-family/caregiving/care-for-yourself/

MyPlate, My Wins – for the Winner in All of Us

Living a healthy lifestyle is an ongoing journey. Each day we have new choices to make regarding food and physical activity. Even people who make healthy habits look easy, may wake up in the morning and not want to take their usual run or eat a balanced breakfast of whole grains, low fat dairy and […]

WRITTEN BY: Cheryl Barber Spires, RD, LD, SNAP-Ed Program Specialist, Ohio State University Extension

REVIEWED BY: Jami Dellifield, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Hardin County, Ohio State Extension

SOURCES:

  • https://www.supertracker.usda.gov/
  • http://jsyfruitveggies.org/wp-content/uploads/Fruit_Infused_Water_Recipe_Feb27_14.pdf
  • http://www.choosemyplate.gov/sites/default/files/misc/dietaryguidelines/MyPlateMyWins.pdf
  • http://www.choosemyplate.gov/ten-tips-make-better-beverage-choices
  • https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/patientinstructions/000349.htm
  • http://www.eatright.org/resource/health/weight-loss/tips-for-weight-loss/5-tips-to-curb-your-late-night-snacking
  • https://youtu.be/j7CcaUZrUoE?list=PL8wgGeKVh_7d4x7icBCNj99MsachAAChi

Planning Your Trip to Good Health

I love taking trips to new places and enjoying the scenery, the people, the food and the fun. When I take a trip, I spend a lot of time planning.  I want to know the best route to travel, the restaurants recommended by locals, and the sites I want to see.  While there I look […]

WRITTEN BY: Cheryl Spires, SNAP-Ed Program Specialist, Ohio State University Extension

REVIEWED BY: Shawna Hite, Healthy People Program Specialist, Ohio State University Extension

SOURCES:

  • http://www.choosemyplate.gov/tools-supertracker
  • https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/eat/diaryint.htm
  • http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/WeightManagement/LosingWeight/5-Steps-to-Lose-Weight_UCM_307260_Article.jsp#.Vo7r_0lIj4g
  • http://cfaes.osu.edu/sites/cfaes_main/files/site-library/site-documents/News/Chow_Line_saveongroceries_082115.pdf

Warming up with Veggies and Fruits

There is a chill in the air and ‘tis the season for colds and flu.  We need to focus on ways to add vegetables and fruits into our family meals and personal lunches and snacks.  We need to pull that crock-pot  out from the pantry and fill it with some delicious soups, stews, and other choices that […]

WRITTEN BY: Cheryl Barber Spires, RD LD, Ohio State University Extension Program Specialist, Northwest Region, spires.53@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Melissa Welker, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County, welker.87@osu.edu

SOURCES:

  • http://www.eatright.org/resource/food/nutrition/nutrition-facts-and-food-labels/avoiding-processed-foods
  • http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org/fruit-and-veggie-color-list
  • http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2010/
  • http://www.whatscooking.fns.usda.gov/recipes/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap/ratatouille
  • http://extension.psu.edu/health/nutrition-links/recipes/in-a-minute-minestrone-soup
  • https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/food/recipes/game-and-fish/venison-or-beef-hash
  • http://www.choosemyplate.gov/vegetables-tips

Lessons from a Second Grader

As I sit down to write this article, I look up from my computer and see the face of my sweet little girl.  She will soon turn 8, and school started two weeks ago.  As I make lists and try to prioritize the tasks I need to accomplish, it is apparent that I learn a […]

REVIEWED BY: Melissa Welker, M.Ed., B.S., Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County, welker.87@osu.edu

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • Cheryl Barber Spires

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