Recipe: Curried Eggplant with Tomatoes and Basil
Ingredients 1 cup white basmati rice kosher salt and black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved 1 eggplant (about 1 pound), cut into […]
Sitting is the New Smoking
Research has linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns, including obesity and metabolic syndrome — a cluster of conditions that includes increased blood pressure, […]
Water Safety Tips
Miles of Gulf Coast beaches, endless canals, and backyard pools under warm sunny skies beckon Southwest Florida residents to the water every day. Remember to keep these fun and easy […]
Recipe: Raw Kale, Grapefruit, and Toasted Hazelnut Salad
Superfoods abound in this tasty Raw Kale, Grapefruit, and Toasted Hazelnut Salad. Kale contains vitamins K, A, and C, and grapefruit helps speed weight loss by curbing hunger and lowers […]
“Paying It Forward” While Enjoying Safe Walking and Cycling
As we celebrate our nation’s birthday by enjoying outdoor activities with family and friends, it is a good time to practice an important way of paying it forward. Walk, bike […]
The Dangers of Inadequate Sleep
As wellness initiatives make inroads at businesses across the country, many people are undermining themselves in a very basic way. They are not getting adequate sleep. Studies continue to show […]
Recipe: Banana Split Berry Yogurt Parfait
This recipe from the American Heart Association serves four people and costs only $1.24 per serving! Ingredients: 2 6 – oz. packaged, fat-free pineapple yogurt 1 cup sliced strawberries OR 1 […]
5210 Father’s Day
Father’s Day is an excellent opportunity to reduce your recreational screen time and spend quality time with family. Here are some fun ways you can celebrate the father figures in […]
Creative Ways to Step Away from the Screens
Screen time can be enjoyable, but it can also be addictive and pull you away from truly enjoying your life…as well as negatively impact your health. Here are some creative ways […]
Recipe: Overnight No-Cook Banana Oatmeal
This recipe from the American Heart Association has 443 calories, 68 mg of sodium and costs just $1.88 per serving! Serving size: 1 1/4 cups Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups skim milk 1 […]