World’s Population Needs GMO Technology
By Kristen Faucon and Gary Swango, GROWMARK, Inc. In the May 2016 issue of Healthy Cells Magazine®, an article entitled “Can You Prevent Cancer?” cited processed red meat being of concern due to various preservatives being used during processing. It went on to say, “Industrially raised meats are another concern. They contain genetically modified organisms […]
A Coach on Wheels On and Off the Court
By John Marchioro What do you get when you mix a passion for teaching and a love for basketball? The answer is the University of Illinois men’s wheelchair basketball coach, Matt Buchi. At the age of 29, Matt is one of the youngest college wheelchair basketball head coaches in the United States. Matt is also […]
Back to Sports!
By Chrissy Watters, MS, RD, LDN, Hy-Vee It’s the height of summer but the start of fall sports practices are right around the corner. Success on the field starts in your kitchen! Fuel your athlete’s performance and endurance with these winning tips from your Hy-Vee registered dietitians. Power Up Eating breakfast builds stored carbohydrate in […]
Connect with Your Children Outdoors this Summer
Do you have treasured childhood memories of spending time outdoors with your parents or grandparents? This summer, take the time to share this experience with your own children. Pack a lunch, put on some sunscreen and take them on your own hiking or fishing adventure. The time you spend outdoors with kids is where some […]
Keeping Fit and Protecting the Environment
By Scott Gray Why not help the environment, save on gas, generate less greenhouse gas, and burn more calories, all at the same time? What a win-win situation — improving not only the health of the world, but your health as well. Follow some of these simple ways to save the environment and also improve […]
Try Yoga to Soothe the Stress in Your Mind and the Tension in Your Body!
By Bertil Hjert Times are hard and they just seem to be getting harder! Every day, we hear more dire news about the economy, sinking stock prices, and mounting job losses. Everyone is worried that they will be the next victim. This stress can have damaging effects on your emotional and physical well being. Stress […]
Depression and Suicidality
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates Major depressive disorder is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States. Each year about 6.7 percent of U.S adults experience major depressive disorder. Women are 70 percent more likely than men to experience depression during […]
Protect Your Ears and Enjoy Your Summer!
Submitted by the Audiologists at Midwest Hearing Center After a long, cold winter, many people look forward to the warmer weather of summer. For most of us, summertime signifies a multitude of fun outdoor activities. Among the most popular summer activities for people of all ages are swimming and water sports. For people with certain […]
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Looking at Senior Living Communities
By Steve Buttice If you are looking for assisted living, you know that you cannot afford to make a poor decision when the stakes are high. This is often a very stressful time for all family members, and, too often, just finding a place to start is tough. Selecting a senior-living community can be made […]
Nutritional Needs for Seniors
By Amy Durbin, Proctor Place No matter your age, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy diet. We all know what a healthy diet involves; eating more fruits and vegetables, healthy fats, and whole grains while reducing the amount of sodium, hydrogenated fats, and added sugars in our food. For many older adults, good […]