To be Rear-Facing or Not to be Rear Facing
Did you know the American Academy of Pediatrics, (APP), advises parents to keep their toddlers in a rear-facing car seat until age 2? (or until they reach the maximum height …
Asparagus
Asparagus has powerful health benefits. IT IS LOADED WITH NUTRIENTS: Asparagus is a very good source of fiber, folate, vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as chromium, a ...
Brain Injury Awareness Month – March 2016
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month and CDC’s Injury Center encourages you to spread the word about ways to prevent traumatic brain injury, including concussion. Traumatic brain injury is a major cause of death and disability in the United States, contributing to about 30% of all injury deaths.
National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
On March 20, we recognize the impact of HIV and AIDS on American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians (collectively referred to as Native people) through the observance of National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
National Nutrition Month 2016
National Nutrition Month®
is a nutrition education and information campaign created annually in March by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.
Brussels Sprouts
You won’t want to miss out on this delicious, versatile vegetable. Brussels sprouts make a super snack, side dish, or addition to a salad. They are part of the cruciferous vegetable family. Cruciferous vegetables (Brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, cauli ower, bok choy, kale, etc.) included in your diet often (2-5 times per week) will provide great HEALTH BENEFITS. The nutrients in this amazing little power ball provide antioxidants and anti-in ammatory properties that can help prevent cancer, protect blood vessels, and help protect the health of your stomach.