By Kathryn Dickens, RDN Whether or not you’re a resolution maker at the start of a new year, almost everyone hopes for good health and aims to take better care of themselves and their families in some way. I am all about setting easy and achievable goals for myself, ones that allow me to add […]
It’s getting colder outside and you may be ready to build a fire to keep your family cozy and warm. Before you do, consider these safety tips courtesy of Member’s Heritage Credit Union. Keep it clear. Clear out any debris from the fireplace and keep all flammable items like furniture, blankets and papers a safe distance […]
By Darek Hendrych With the cold weather upon us, finding the motivation to stay active may be a bit more difficult. Health professionals say adults should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week. While fitness can be treated as a science, for most of us, it doesn’t have to […]
by Julia Finch, Lexington Be SMART Lead ‘Tis the season of awkward holiday conversations: Dad wants to know why you don’t call more often. Great-Aunt Mabel wonders when you’re going to get a real job. Uncle Joe wants to sell you on his Florida time-share. In most of these cases, you can make a quick escape. But there’s one […]
The holiday season is here and for many kids that means one thing – toys. Approximately 50% of all toy purchases occur between the Friday after Thanksgiving and Christmas. While parents are on a mad dash to scoop up the hottest toys, please keep in mind that safety should be at the top of their […]
In a time when children are inundated with screens, social media and schoolwork, the Calmes sisters want to teach kids how to manage those stressors through yoga. Mind Over Body Studio, a Pilates, Yoga and Healing Arts Studio on East High Street, has a schedule full of unique offerings — from traditional Pilates classes and […]
by Kathryn Dickens, RDN There is ample evidence to suggest that involving your kids in the menu planning and food preparation in your house leads to more eating competence and skills that will serve them throughout life. This can be done anytime of the year, but with the holidays approaching, what better time to get […]
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. As a teacher, I see firsthand the effects of not having a good breakfast has on kids. They tend to be irritable and sluggish, and it’s hard for them to stay focused.
Smoothies are a fantastic way to pack in much-needed nutrients for your pregnancy diet. Now it’s easier than ever to make yummy smoothies designed for your specific tastes and needs. Bumpin’ Blends is a subscription service that offers custom smoothie blends delivered to your door based on mama’s pregnancy or postpartum symptoms and her developing baby’s […]
