If you like working in your yard or garden, you’ll likely make sure you are using the right equipment for the task. Although gadgets might be helpful, it still takes physical labor to do most of the work. Keep these points (from Kent McGuire – Ohio AgrAbility Program Coordinator, OSU Extension) in mind to prevent injury or […]
Pomp and Financial Circumstance
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer and the official start of area graduation ceremonies. If you have a family member graduating from high school this year, congratulations. Hopefully you aren’t breaking the bank to host a graduation party. Like other celebratory events such as kid’s birthday parties and weddings, graduation parties have […]
Staying Hydrated for Physical Activity
Making wise choices when deciding what to eat and drink before, during and after physical activity is important. Water is always the best choice. If you choose a different beverage, choose a drink with no more than 50-80 calories per 8-ounce serving. To stay hydrated, your body needs about two quarts of liquid a day. […]
Tips for a Happy Summer when College Kids Come Home
Our greatest challenge is to learn new parenting techniques to maintain our positive relationship with them. Here are a few tips gathered from a variety of sources to help give a perspective overview. From the parent’s point: There will be changes in our routines. Without one (or more) at home there was less laundry, dishes […]
Salt Matters
Most people think the culprit of their salt intake is the salt shaker in their kitchen. Not even close! But what food contributes the most to our sodium intake? Tell us your answer in our poll. Next week, we’ll see how you did. The Centers for Disease Control recently released, “Salt Matters: Preserving Choice, Protecting Health,” which […]
Livin’ La Vida Loca
Most of you probably remember the Ricky Martin song “Livin’ la Vida Loca” that was popular about ten years ago. Translated, it means “living the crazy life.” I’m going to assume that many of you are feeling a little crazy right now. We just got done filing taxes, gas prices seem to escalate daily, the […]