The farmer’s market season is winding down but there is still time to enjoy the end-of-the-season veggies in a new way. All you need is an oven, a baking sheet, olive oil and seasonings.
Roasting Adds a New Twist to Vegetables
The Glycemic Index: A Tool For Diabetes Meal Planning
The glycemic index, or GI, is a useful tool for people with diabetes to manage their diet for better blood sugar control. The glycemic index measures how much a food containing carbohydrates may increase blood sugar levels.
Take Action on World Mental Health Day
October 10 is World Mental Health Day and I encourage you to take action. Taking action may have a different meaning for each of us and that is good, because mental health needs are different for everyone.
Walking Safety in the Woods
Maryland has some beautiful trails for all those looking to get out and do some hiking! But, there are still some important things you’ll want to do to stay safe on the trail.
Walkability – What’s it all about?
October is right around the corner, and if you’ve been following this blog then you know what that means: Walktober is coming!
DASH to Heart Health
Almost half of the American population has hypertension, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and having high blood pressure puts you at risk for things like a stroke, heart disease, or even death. Not only are the numbers high, the CDC says only 1 in 4 of those people who have hypertension, have their condition under control.
Women’s Health: Putting a Halt on Gaining Weight Over 40
There is no ‘magic bullet diet’ for losing weight quickly that is healthy and can be maintained. In fact, diets in general don’t work; however, having healthy behaviors (diet and physical activity) can promote weight loss, and are easier to maintain than restrictive diets.
Get Moving with Cycling
For some people who live close enough to their workplace, cycling is a quick and physically active way to commute to work. It can be a great way to build physical activity into a daily routine. But, for people who can’t bike to work, there are still reasons to start cycling!
Do I Need a Different Insurance Plan?
Health insurance can be confusing. We are often asked in a short period of time to commit to a plan for an entire year. It helps to start thinking about your current plan and future needs early to be prepared to make those changes during the open enrollment window.
National Insurance Awareness
Monday, June 28, 2021 is National Insurance Awareness Day. Insurance tends to be one of those things that we don't think about until we need it, but knowing what your insurance covers and being aware of when and how you can use it is important.
