Nov 18, 2019
Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time. And a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one. Let the Great American Smokeout event on November 21 be your day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life. You’ll be joining thousands of...
Nov 18, 2019
Each year millions of Americans resolve to quit smoking. If you’re planning to go tobacco-free, the Washington County Health Department has these tips to help you quit successfully. Make a Plan – There are many ways to quit smoking: going cold turkey, tapering...
Oct 17, 2019
Registration starts October 21, 2019. Before you hibernate for winter It’s that special time of year. Your time to pause, reflect and rejoice at all the things you’ve accomplished — big and small. At home or at work. Or within your health or daily life. So why not...
Oct 17, 2019
Open Enrollment for employees of The Arc of Washington County begins Monday, November 4, 2019. This is the ONE time of the year when you can make changes to your Section 125 benefit elections without a qualifying life event. Not only are you possibly going to live...
Sep 3, 2019
I know you’ve heard it: “Grains make you fat and cause chronic disease!” “Grains have toxic anti-nutrients!” “Grains have nothing good to offer!” In an era of low-carb, Paleo, and ketogenic diets, grains are more maligned than ever....
Aug 30, 2019
If there’s one dietary recommendation that’s not going away anytime soon, it’s the Mediterranean diet. Based on the eating patterns of populations living in Italy, Greece, Israel, Spain, France, Libya, Egypt, Portugal, Algeria, Tunisia, Turkey, Lebanon, Syria, and...
Aug 27, 2019
March is National Nutrition Month! The food you eat affects every living cell in your body. From providing energy to padding organs, we need food for every part of our bodies. So, if you’re looking for good health, try eating from head to toe… Brain:...
Aug 8, 2019
Most of us are born with two kidneys, the bean-shaped organs that filter and process waste products in our bodies. New research suggests that eating a healthy plant-based diet may reduce the risk of kidney disease, but high-sugar, vegetarian junk food may raise that...
Aug 8, 2019
This dish has all of the favorite summer ingredients! Summer Scalloped Potatoes 2 cups red potatoes (sliced, with skin)1/2 cup red onion (sliced)1/2 cup red bell pepper (sliced )2 ears corn (kernels only)1/2 pound asparagus spears (fresh)1 medium carrot (peeled...
Aug 5, 2019
Classified as a psychoactive drug, caffeine is a bitter substance found in coffee, tea, soft drinks, chocolate, some nuts and certain medicines. It has many effects on the body’s metabolism, including stimulation of the central nervous system. It can make you feel...
