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Breakfast On The Go

You’ve probably heard it said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but making time for breakfast can be a challenge! As a working adult or busy parent, getting out the door in the morning may be a struggle, and sitting down to a meal may seem ideal but impossible. Eating breakfast […]

WRITTEN BY: Jenny Lobb, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Franklin County

REVIEWED BY: Amanda Bohlen, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Washington County

SOURCES:

  • Business Insider (2015). The healthiest breakfasts you can order at 11 fast food restaurants. http://www.businessinsider.com/healthy-breakfast-at-mcdonalds-burger-king-panera.
  • Live Smart Ohio (2014). Build a better breakfast for your family. http://livesmartohio.osu.edu/food/powers-barker-1osu-edu/build-a-better-breakfast-for-your-family/.
  • USDA ChooseMyPlate.gov (2017). MyPlate, My Wins Tips: Redo Your Coffee Shop Stop. https://www.choosemyplate.gov/myplate-mywins-tips-redo-your-coffee-shop-stop.

Did You Forget Something This Morning?

Each morning before I leave for work I run through my mental checklist: Did I pack my lunch? Did I feed the cat? Do I have my phone? Did I shut that window? Sometimes the questions on my mental checklist are silly, sometimes they are serious. In either case, they are helpful and remind me […]

REVIEWED BY: Amy L. Habig, MPH, RDN, LD; Program Specialist, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP); Ohio State University Extension

SOURCES:

  • http://www.whatscooking.fns.usda.gov/recipes/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap/fruit-smoothie
  • http://www.whatscooking.fns.usda.gov/recipes/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap/crunchy-berry-parfait
  • http://www.whatscooking.fns.usda.gov/recipes/food-distribution-fdd/sweet-salty-trail-mix

REFERENCES:

  • http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/food/nutrition/nutrition/life_stages/hgic4106.html
  • http://www.uwgb.edu/counseling-health/files/pdf/BenefitsOfBreakfast.pdf

Boost Your Energy and Become Contagious!

Energy  can be defined as – the ability to be active; the physical or mental strength that allows you to do things. What do you do to boost your energy?  Most of us have ideas, strategies and methods to combat our depleting energy. We eagerly share what works and what backfires for us and in […]

WRITTEN BY: Candace J. Heer, MS, LSW, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Morrow County, Heart of Ohio EERA, heer.7@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Shannon Carter, MS, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County, Heart of Ohio EERA, carter.413@osu.edu

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • http://pixabay.com/static/uploads/photo/2014/09/13/23/05/jumping-444613_640.jpg
  • http://pixabay.com/en/peppermint-tea-tee-mint-tea-352334/

Enjoy the Blueberry Bounty

“They’re Baaaaaack!” No, not the Poltergeist movies. It’s time for everyone’s favorite little fruit–blueberries! What should you know about these tiny powerhouses? The health benefits of blueberries are truly amazing. Consider the following blueberry “trivia”: • Blueberries have just 80 calories per cup. • Scientific studies show that blueberries contain a category of phytonutrients called […]

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

REVIEWED BY: Donna Green, Family & Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Erie County, Erie Basin EERA, green.308@osu.edu

SOURCES:

  • www.blueberrycouncil.org
  • Recipe: www.mybakingaddiction.com

Foods for Better Health

Maintaining good health can be challenging when it seems like there are so many obstacles and temptations in our way. The following choices can help you improve your health on a daily basis. TAKE A WALK.  30 minutes of physical activity each day can help prevent weight gain and relieve stress. AN APPLE A DAY.  […]

Build a Better Breakfast for Your Family

The numerous health benefits of a well-balanced breakfast have been well documented for adolescents and adults alike. These benefits include: Energy. Consuming a well-balanced breakfast gives an energy boost in the morning. Eating first thing in the morning helps to jump-start the metabolism. Consuming complex carbohydrates (fruit, whole grains) along with a protein source (yogurt, […]

WRITTEN BY: Ashley Parris, University of Toledo, Public Health Intern with Ohio State University Extension, Lucas County, Maumee Valley EERA, Ashley.Parrish@rockets.utoledo.edu

REVIEWED BY: Patrice Powers-Barker, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Lucas County, Maumee Valley EERA, powers-barker.1@osu.edu

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • Photo from USDA/ARS Image Gallery

SOURCES:

  • http://www.eatright.org
  • http://www.theyummylife.com/Refrigerator_Oatmeal

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