The new Start Simple with MyPlate delivers what the name implies: easy-to-understand and practical recommendations for healthy eating. About half of all American adults have one or more preventable chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease,...
Salads offer a fantastic way to get some more vegetables into your eating pattern. They also present a unique opportunity to try a few new vegetables in a low-pressure setting. However, the dressing you pour on your salad can add a lot of unexpected calories, fat,...
The Arc of Washington County Wellness Committee is sponsoring 25 employees for the 2020 Hub City 100 Miler – 100 Miles in 100 Days The challenge: Complete 100 Miles in 100 days (January 10 – April 18) and be eligible to win weekly and grand prizes! Track your...
It’s almost impossible to wrap our minds around the amount of food wasted around the world. The United Nations estimates that one-third of all food produced is wasted, which means over 1 billion tons of food is wasted each year. To better understand public perceptions...
There’s a good chance that your blood pressure is too high. And it’s likely that you don’t even know it. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in three adults in the US has high blood pressure or hypertension. An equal number...
Winter storms and cold temperatures can be dangerous. Stay safe and healthy by planning ahead. Prepare your home and cars. Prepare for power outages and outdoor activity. Check on older adults. Although winter comes as no surprise, many of us are not ready for its...
