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Alcohol Addiction: A Complicated but Treatable Disease

by Kristy Hegner

Approximately 14.5 million Americans at the ages of 12 years and older and more than 300 million people worldwide have an alcohol use disorder (AUD) as of 2019. Worldwide, alcohol is responsible for about 3 million deaths each year. Unfortunately,… Continue Reading →

Better-For-You Individual Seven-Layer Snack Cup

by Kristy Hegner

Celebrate National Nutrition Month with a nutritious and simple recipe featuring a variety of produce. Check out this month’s featured recipe that can be served as a great party dip or enjoyed as part of a meal. Prep Time: 5… Continue Reading →

Endometriosis and the Necessity of Awareness

by Kelsi Karpinski

Endometriosis is a disease which affects an estimated 200 million individuals worldwide, yet most people don’t understand it and many cases go misdiagnosed. Read on to take a step toward changing how endometriosis is handled. March is Endometriosis Awareness Month…. Continue Reading →

Processed Foods That Are Beneficial to a Healthy Diet

by Kristy Hegner

By definition, “processed food” is any food that has been altered in some way from its original state. This includes cooked, canned, frozen, washed, milled, headed, packaged or changed by fortifying, preserving or preparing it in a different way. There… Continue Reading →

Thriving Through Thanksgiving

by Kelsi Karpinski

Thanksgiving is all about loved ones and family, food, fun and sometimes even football. But with the day fast approaching, you might be wondering how such an indulgent and chaotic holiday can fit into your health journey. Never fear —… Continue Reading →

Ways to Enjoy Life More, Right Now

by Jen Wynn

“Enjoyment is an incredible energizer to the human spirit.” —John C. Maxwell Positive mental states like enjoyment have direct effects on our bodies by reducing different damaging processes and protecting overall wellbeing. Here are three quick, accessible and essential avenues… Continue Reading →

Celebrate National Nutrition Month With Migas!

by Jessica Malen

March is National Nutrition Month—and we have a delicious recipe to kick-off the beginning of spring! Celebrating flavors from cultures around the world is a tasty way to nourish ourselves and appreciate our diversity. We are all unique with different… Continue Reading →

Heart Healthy Trail Mix

by Kristy Hegner

Enjoy a Delicious Heart Healthy Trail Mix Check out this month’s featured recipe – a trail mix that has just the right amount of sweetness and is low-sodium, making it a perfect heart-healthy snack!  Serves: 4 Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted,… Continue Reading →

Poetry in the Park: Experiencing the Arts in Our Natural Environment

by Elia Wilson

If possible, close your eyes and start to breathe slowly for a moment. Continue this breathwork, while you read the guided imagery meditation: You pull your car up to the trailhead, ready to explore an area you have been to… Continue Reading →

10 Car Winter Emergency Essential Tips To Stay Safe This Winter

by Kristy Hegner

Winter Safety Car Essentials Everyone Should Have Check out this article for expert tips and survival items everyone should have on hand to be prepared for car emergencies, especially during freezing temps through the winter! No one wants to think… Continue Reading →

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