Easy Green Guide

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“Going green” is a movement that’s been gaining momentum for decades, but if you’re not already onboard this train or if in the hustle and bustle of busy life, you’ve let some of your green habits go, use this quick list of easy changes to discover or remember how just a few simple steps can … Read More

Fighting Food Insecurity

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How would you describe the faces of hunger? Adults who skip meals to feed their children; children who do not have food available, especially when school is out; parents who work multiple jobs but still have trouble making ends meet; and grandparents who are living on a fixed income but are responsible for raising grandchildren … Read More

Hikes Through History

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Take advantage of the more comfortable temps coming with fall and take a hike at some of Alabama’s most historic sites that invite you to walk into the past. Most have a few offerings that are easy enough for the entire family, and they all throw a bit of education in with healthy physical activity. … Read More

Self-Care is NOT Self-Ish

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You jump (or drag yourself) out of bed in the morning. Maybe you pour a cup of coffee out of necessity. You rush around getting yourself and everyone in your house ready for the day. You cook, you clean, you chauffer, you teach, you work. You go and do and take care of everyone around … Read More

Better To The Bone

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Osteoporosis is common in adults aged 41 to 60. Good bone health is an essential aspect of good overall health and general wellbeing. And proper nutrition and the right exercise regimen are the keys to keeping your skeleton strong. With more than 3 million U.S. cases of osteoporosis (a disease that leads to weakened bones) … Read More

Smoke-Free Doesn’t = Danger-Free

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E-cigarettes, also known as e-cigs, vapes, vape pens and electronic nicotine delivery systems, continue to rise in popularity. They’re seen by some as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. They’re not. Not only do they deliver the highly addictive drug, nicotine, they also produce a chemical-filled aerosol, not, as some think, harmless water vapor. A … Read More

You CAN Do It

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“Putting up” summer’s fresh fruits and veggies lets you savor the delights of the season longer. Most of us eat our fill of fresh produce when it’s at its peak, but those with foresight place a little bit to the side and “put it up,” by canning it, to enjoy long after green vines and … Read More

The Importance of Laughter

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GO AHEAD, LAUGH IT UP! A hearty cackle, some girlish giggles or even a rambunctious roar can quickly lift your mood, and more positive thinking reduces the stress that can wreak such havoc on our physical and mental health. But most adults laugh so much less than kids. One recent study found that healthy children … Read More

Keep Your Cool

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As we head into the middle of summer in the River Region, temperatures will likely climb to the 90s – and that’s in the shade. So, unless you like pretending that your house is a sauna, your air conditioning unit will be working hard to keep you and your family comfortable. That could lead to … Read More