Oct 3, 2018
Hungry for something thick and meaty, but without all the fat and calories? Try eggplant! Popular in Mediterranean regions and also in Asia, eggplant adapts to a variety of cuisines because it absorbs whatever flavors are added. Eggplant is delicious cold or hot and...
Sep 8, 2018
Week 3 National Preparedness Month (NPM), recognized each September, provides an opportunity to remind us that we all must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year. This NPM will focus on planning, with an overarching theme: Disasters Happen....
Sep 8, 2018
Week 2 National Preparedness Month (NPM), recognized each September, provides an opportunity to remind us that we all must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year. This NPM will focus on planning, with an overarching theme: Disasters Happen....
Sep 8, 2018
Week 1 National Preparedness Month (NPM), recognized each September, provides an opportunity to remind us that we all must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year. This NPM will focus on planning, with an overarching theme: Disasters Happen....
Aug 20, 2018
Kombucha, a fermented tea with a long list of possible health benefits, has rapidly become a popular beverage choice. U.S. commercial sales of kombucha started in 1995 with one company. According to speakers at the 5th annual KombuchaKon conference held in February...
Aug 17, 2018
Energy density and nutrient density are two important terms to understand when making food choices. Foods that are energy dense contain a higher number of calories per serving, while foods that are nutrient dense contain a higher level of vitamins, minerals, and other...
Jul 30, 2018
The bacteria in our guts is responsible for metabolizing nutrients from food, acting as a protective barrier against infections in the intestine, and making fat-soluble vitamin K (which is needed to make proteins that help clot blood). Researchers are just scratching...
Jul 13, 2018
Team, are you ready to backpack America’s treasured Pacific Crest Trail? From the Mexican border to the edge of Canada — your route is brutal and breathtaking through the wild west’s deserts, mountains, and forests. Remember, the more you trek, the more...
Jul 13, 2018
The Arc of Washington County will soon have three new marked walking paths on its Florida Avenue campus, thanks to a grant from the Healthiest Maryland Businesses that will provide funds for permanent signage. In addition to the existing walking and fitness path...
Jul 13, 2018
Berries are a decadent treat of summer. They are also a benefit to your health! Their potassium helps keep your blood pressure low and they contain fiber for a healthier heart – for every cup you eat, you take in 2-3 grams of fiber plus phytochemicals that may...
