Montgomery is fortunate to have a new doctor dedicated to women’s breast health. Dr. Katelin Holmes, Breast Surgeon Oncologist, is now practicing and accepting new patients in the capital city, and the Joy to Life Foundation and JOY magazine are thrilled to welcome her here. Dr. Holmes received her medical degree with honors from the … Read More
With so much emphasis on Santa, his elves, holiday shopping trips and ads that bombard us with whatever this year’s hot toy is, it’s easy for kids to get wrapped up in the “getting” part of Christmas and forget about the flipside: the giving. So, how can you teach your kids the importance and the … Read More
There are so many things to love about this delightful dish of pitch-perfect pasta. The combination of buttery-sweet butternut squash with earthy kale, umami-packed parmesan cheese and a hefty hit of extra crisp-and-salty bacon hits all the right notes — particularly when the temperature starts to drop outside and the word crisp becomes a feeling in … Read More
Nutrition expert and recipe developer Sidney Fry has been creating some delish and healthy food content for JOY magazine, so we asked her for a few of her favorite tricks and tips for eating better every day. Here’s what she shared: Double up on your vegetables. If it’s a pasta dish, load up on tomatoes or eggplant … Read More
Nothing ruins a nice family dinner quicker than the whining, fighting, complaining and waiting games that come with a kid who’s a stubborn picky eater. The good news is, your kid is not the only one who doesn’t like to try new things. The better news? You can change this attitude, and if your child … Read More
In our Supporter Spotlight series, JOY magazine shines a bright light on the businesses, organizations and individuals that help the Joy to Life Foundation continue its lifesaving work and help JOY magazine tell the Foundation’s story. Here, Nancy Wright, Director of the Alabama Department of Public Health’s Cancer Prevention and Control Division shares why her … Read More
Most of us are now used to seeing a plethora of pink each October: all kinds of “pinked out” products, pink signs, pink balloons, sports teams covered in pink and of course, the iconic pink ribbon. These signals prompt individuals, organizations and businesses to join the commemoration that celebrates survivors, promotes breast cancer education and … Read More
When she was three years old, Betty Ehrlich lost her mother to breast cancer. Today, Betty is herself a three-time cancer survivor. Her daughter Elaine has been by her side through all three struggles. The duo shared what they’ve each learned and how prayer and positive thinking have proven powerful weapons in all of Betty’s … Read More
There’s no better way to start your day than with a giant stack of pancakes dripping in maple almond butter and layered with fresh blueberries. And there’s a lot more packed into these pancakes than just flavor. Loaded with protein and whole grains, they’re full of positive energy and powerful nutrients. Most us intuitively reach for … Read More