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These new recipes are packed with fiber—at least 6 grams in each main dish and 3 grams in each side dish—thanks to ingredients like whole grains, leafy greens, and oats. Eating a fiber-rich diet can help with cardiovascular health, maintaining a healthy weight, and more. From a refreshing chickpea, beet, and feta salad with lemon-garlic vinaigrette to a carrot cake-inspired loaf bread, there are plenty of delicious ideas to try for every meal. Snickers-style overnight oats Photographer: Stacey K. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf These overnight oats have all the hallmarks of the famous candy bar: crunchy…
Last year, about 112,000 Colorado residents received publicly funded community mental health services.The Colorado Department of Behavioral Health provided this data point, along with several other facts and figures showing the state’s progress in addressing the mental health crisis through a new hub that opened July 1.The data hub was launched two years after the department was tasked with reforming the state’s behavioral health care system.Last week, the BHA announced how the public can find out what has been achieved so far, how many people have been helped and what services are available across the state. The hub offers several…
Last year, about 112,000 Colorado residents received publicly funded community mental health services.The Colorado Department of Behavioral Health provided this data point, along with several other facts and figures showing the state’s progress in addressing the mental health crisis through a new hub that opened July 1.The data hub was launched two years after the department was tasked with reforming the state’s behavioral health care system.Last week, the BHA announced how the public can find out what has been achieved so far, how many people have been helped and what services are available across the state. The hub offers several…
Recent studies have revealed some interesting pregnancy findings: People who consumed more calcium and zinc in the three months prior to conception were significantly less likely to develop hypertensive disorders during pregnancy.Not only what you eat during pregnancy is important, but what you eat before you become pregnant is also important. Meet the Scientist: Liping Lu, MD, PhDLet me introduce you to Liping Lu, who led this fascinating research while she was a postdoctoral researcher at Columbia University and is now an assistant professor at Ball State University.She stresses the importance of getting enough calcium and zinc in your diet…
Prescott Valley Public Library will be hosting an Introduction to Meditation and Mindfulness class. Meditation is a foundational practice that helps you know yourself better, care for yourself and others, and relax and sleep better. Regular meditation has been scientifically proven to have powerful, long-lasting benefits. Through meditation, you can become more aware of your body and mind, and release yourself from everyday stresses and challenges. Join us on the second and fourth Monday in June for an Introduction to Meditation and Mindfulness class. All levels of meditation are encouraged to join this free program, from those with no prior…
SPC will hold a graduation ceremony for the first class of students for the Applied Mental Health Advanced Skills Certificate. The College is celebrating the achievement of the first group of active-duty police officers who have completed the Applied Mental Health Advanced Technical Certificate. Monday, July 22nd, 3pm, SPC Allstate Center, 3200 34Number Church of St. S. in St. Petersburg. Lt. Col. Dave Grossman will be the keynote speaker, and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will also be speaking. Lt. Col. Grossman is a former U.S. Army Ranger, Paratrooper, and Professor of Psychology at West Point. Over the past 25…
SPC will hold a graduation ceremony for the first class of students for the Applied Mental Health Advanced Skills Certificate. The College is celebrating the achievement of the first group of active-duty police officers who have completed the Applied Mental Health Advanced Technical Certificate. Monday, July 22nd, 3pm, SPC Allstate Center, 3200 34Number Church of St. S. in St. Petersburg. Lt. Col. Dave Grossman will be the keynote speaker, and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will also be speaking. Lt. Col. Grossman is a former U.S. Army Ranger, Paratrooper, and Professor of Psychology at West Point. Over the past 25…
Celebrity-endorsed Erewhon smoothies are one of those favorites that consumers keep coming back for, despite their high price tag. In case you missed it in FYP, the supermarket chain’s extensive list of smoothies includes Hailey Bieber’s Strawberry Glazed Skincare Smoothie (made with collagen and seaweed) and Sofia Richie’s Sweet Cherry Smoothie (made with cow’s colostrum). The drinks are known for their unique ingredients, fun flavors, and beautiful appearance, but these unconventional recipes have some questioning whether Erewhon smoothies are safe to drink during pregnancy. “But that’s crazy because smoothies are not safe for pregnant women,” internet personality Trisha Paytas said…
We are what we eat. This isn’t just a cute catchphrase. What we put into our bodies affects our health and longevity. The Nutrition 2024 conference, hosted by the American Academy of Nutrition, presented the latest research on food. Here’s what we found. Add Baby Carrots to your shopping cart now.🥕 Eating carrots is good for your healthHere’s another reason to pack some carrots and hummus in your lunch bag: Eating baby carrots three times a week significantly increases carotenoids in your skin. These phytonutrients, which are responsible for the vibrant color of carrots and other vegetables, have been linked…
Christina Aranzio and Jacqueline Hart 1 day ago ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) – Ensuring that women, infants and children have access to quality nutrition is at the heart of the WIC program. Nationally, the participation rate averages about 52 percent. Founded 50 years ago to meet the growing needs of nutritionally undernourished mothers and children, WIC provides food and formula as well as breastfeeding education and support. Participation in the program had grown steadily for decades but began to decline in 2011. In New York state, participation rates are above the national average at 53%, with more than 400,000 participants. 42%…