The statistics on the dangers of smoking and second-hand smoke are staggering: Tobacco is the leading preventable cause of death in the United States. It kills more people than alcohol, AIDS, car crashes, illegal drugs, murders and suicides combined. Aiming to change these numbers for the better in Montgomery, The Alabama Department of Public Health … Read More
Fruit smoothies are great vehicles for delivering your daily dose of plant-based goodness. These nutrient-packed sips are simple, quick and cheap to make, conveniently portable, and so tasty, they’re incredibly easy drink and sure will put some spring in your step. Start with the below basic building blocks and then get creative, mixing and matching … Read More
Summer is here, and it’s hot! But the event calendars of communities all over Alabama on are fire too, offering a wide range of activities, adventures and happenings to appeal to almost any interest. Chilton County Peach Festival, June 20-28, Clanton Join this monthlong celebration of Alabama peaches. Pageants, parties and tournaments are held throughout … Read More
We all walk every day, even if it’s just short distances around our office and our house. Some folks add a planned walk to their routine, one designed to burn extra calories and aid in weight loss while giving their hearts and other muscles a workout. The health benefits of walking for exercise are well … Read More
Food insecurity has been a pressing problem across the United States and all over Alabama for decades. Recent rises in food prices have only exacerbated the issue; as the cost to feed ourselves inches upward, so too does the number of people finding themselves without access to enough nutritious food. One solution to address food … Read More
Many of us live in a state of perpetual hurry. Rush out the door to carpool. Rush to meet the deadline. Rush through lunch to make a meeting. Rush to clean the house before the kids come home. Rush to make it to soccer practice, a baseball game or a dance recital. The problem is, … Read More
Robert Traphan cycled for recreation and transportation growing up through grade school, and in college, to get around his Connecticut campus. But after his bike was stolen prior to moving to Montgomery, it was years before he purchased another one (in 2007)—and when he started riding with the Montgomery Bicycle Club. For the past 15 … Read More
Spring has sprung all over Alabama, and pleasant temperatures plus pretty, blue-sky days are calling us to get out of the house to go, see and do. This time each year, the state’s event calendar is jam-packed with fun, fresh-air, family friendly, and often, free, happenings and activities. From food and art to gardens and … Read More
Make a plan to elevate your health by incorporating more plants in your diet this year. Here, The Alabama Department of Health’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Division shares the reasons you should, easy ways you can, plus a few flavorful, filling and wholesome fruit-and-veggie-focused recipes to help you eat UP. Whether fresh, frozen, canned or … Read More
Good financial health helps lower stress levels so it’s a key component of your overall health and wellbeing. And while saving money in this crazy economy may seem like a daunting task, creating a budget that fits your family makes it much easier. Use these tips to get your household spending in order and start … Read More