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9/22/10
(106.93 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone. Do you have questions about sodium?
Today's Wellness Buddy may help clarify some of the claims surrounding
salt.
Peanut Butter Banana Bread (123.65 pdf doc)
combines two great flavors for a tasty treat that might be an option for
breakfast or a snack. Health and happiness. |
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8/26/10
(120.74 pdf doc) |
Good afternoon. This week's Wellness Buddy offers
information to prevent food-borne contamination from occurring during
food storage and meal preparation times in our homes. Maintaining
cleanliness is the primary concern. Read more in the newsletter.
Quick Taco Salad (110.88 pdf doc)
offers a delicious and nutritious, but easy main dish for these
back-to-school days. Health and happiness. |
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7/28/10
(185.00 pdf doc) |
Hello all. Obesity and overweight rates are
escalating and related chronic diseases are increasing. Today's
Wellness Buddy provides information on the correct measures to use to
determine if you are at a healthy weight.
Pasta Salad (112.07 pdf doc)
makes a great addition to any lunch or evening meal. Health and
happiness. |
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7/21/10
(133.08 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone. Today's Wellness Buddy provides an
update about the Glycemic Index. Keep in mind your best bet is to
eat a variety of fiber-rich carbohydrates along with lean protein and
healthy fats in moderate portions. Cool down with "Frozen
Berry Ice Cream" (113.07 pdf doc)!
Health and happiness. |
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6/10/10 (120.21 pdf doc) |
Hello. Taking action to maintain a healthy weight
and engaging in regular daily physical activity may help prevent certain
cancers such as colorectal cancer (CRC). Read more about action
you can take in this week's Wellness Buddy. Please join us for a
"Colorectal Awareness Symposium" to be held June 22, 2010,
at the Jackson County Agricultural Conference Center, 2741 Pennsylvania
Avenue, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Education, testimony, fun, an
evening meal, and fellowship will be provided! For more
information contact Adrian D. Abner at 850-526-2412 ext. 188 or Karen
Edwards 850-526-2412 ext. 135.
Farmer's Market Potato Salad (124.91
pdf doc) will tantalize your taste buds.
Health and happiness. |
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6/3/10
(177.99 pdf doc) |
Hello. June 1st signaled the beginning of hurricane
season and June 21st is the first day of summer. These
dates herald the possibility of many external factors that may "trigger"
migraine headaches for some individuals. The National Headache
Foundation reports that more than 29.5 million Americans suffer from
migraine. Read more about migraines in this week's Wellness Buddy.
The Jackson County Farmer's Market has opened! Stop in and pick up
some home-grown tomatoes to prepare "Fresh
Tomato, Sausage, and Pecorino Pasta" (119.334
pdf doc) this week. It's quick and easy to
prepare and offers less than 400 calories per serving. Health and
happiness. |
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5/26/10 (148.65
pdf doc) |
Happy Memorial Day. The CDC reports that the sun's UV rays can damage skin
in as little as
15 minutes. Residing or playing in Florida, protection from sun exposure
is important all
year round, not just during the summer or at the beach. May 29th has been
designated as "Don't Fry Day". Read more about this day and preventing risks associated
with over-exposure
to the sun in this week's Wellness Buddy. Choose
Fresh Salmon-Cilantro
Burgers (132.34 pdf doc) as a refreshing
and light alternative to your holiday cookout. Health and happiness. |
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5/19/10 (205.62 pdf doc) |
Greetings. Good news! 5.8 million people who
have had strokes are alive today! Research has shown that you can
reduce your stroke risk by living a healthy lifestyle. Are you at
risk for stroke? This week's Wellness Buddy provides a checklist
for you and your loved ones to determine risk for this preventable
chronic disease.
Mmmm!
Texas Sheet Cake (122.61 pdf doc)
is sure to please even the most discriminating sweet tooth but keep
those "pounds" from adding up. Give this delightful treat a try!
Health and happiness. |
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5/12/10
(183.33 pdf doc) |
Greetings. Continuing with our recognition of May
being designated as American Stroke Month and High Blood Pressure Month,
this Wellness Buddy lists risk factors for stroke and ways to control
your blood pressure. High blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart
attack, or kidney failure.
● One in three Americans over age 20
has high blood pressure, the biggest risk factor for stroke.
● Over half of people with high
blood pressure don't have it under control.
● 77% of people who have a first
stroke had high blood pressure before their stroke occurred.
● The prevalence of high blood
pressure in African-Americans is among the highest in the world.
Several studies suggest consuming foods containing omega-3 fatty acids
such as fish may help lower blood pressure. An appetizing entre
and source of this healthy fat is "Spicy
Tilapia with Pineapple-Pepper Relish" (117.45
pdf doc). Health and happiness. |
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5/5/10
(113.29 pdf doc) |
Hello. May is American Stroke Month. Stroke
doesn't discriminate - it affects people of all ages, ethnicities, and
backgrounds. It is the No 3 killer in the US and a leading cause
of disability. Please know your risk factors and learn the warning
signs. This week's Wellness Buddy provides you with some
up-to-date Stroke information from the American Heart Association.
Get the morning nutrition you need with a "Banana
Breakfast Smoothie" (110.50 pdf doc).
Yum! Health and happiness. |
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4/5/10 (124.52 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone. This week's Wellness Buddy is
devoted to National Public Health Week, April 5-11, 2010. For more
than a decade, communities across the country have celebrated National
Public Health Week (NPHW) each April to help protect and improve our
nations health. Each year a different issue is chosen on which to
focus efforts, and this year's theme is A Healthier America: One
Community at a Time. Put some flavor in your life with "Spicy
Shrimp and Fettuccine" (112.35 pdf doc)
and balance out the meal with a garden salad and fruit dish for a
tantalizing spring meal. Health and happiness. |
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3/31/10 (138.24 pdf doc) |
Hello. If you haven't already begun to plant a
spring garden, consider the benefits of having fresh fruits and veggies
available, the enjoyment of physical activity and the sense of
accomplishment that it will bring to you and your family. This
week's Wellness Buddy offers some tips to consider when planting fruits,
veggies and/or flowers. Cauliflower is in season during the months
of April, May and June. Cauliflower is a food very low in
Saturated Fat and Cholesterol. It is also a good source of
Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Magnesium and Phosphorus; and a very good
source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate,
Pantothenic Acid, Potassium and Manganese.
Roasted Cauliflower with Fresh Herbs and Parmesan
(114.30 pdf doc) would be a tasty
quick and easy side dish for any lunch or evening meal. Health and
happiness. |
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3/17/10 (195.91 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone. March is National Nutrition Month®.
National Nutrition Month®
is a nutrition education and information campaign created annually in
March by the American Dietetic Association. The campaign focuses
attention on the importance of making informed food choices and
developing sound eating and physical activity habits. Learn more
about a healthful diet in this week's Wellness Buddy. Also
provided this week is a hearty and warming St. Patrick's Day dish:
Shepards Pie (112.58 pdf doc).
Health and happiness. |
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2/24/10
(131.46 pdf doc) |
Good afternoon everyone. This week's buddy offers
some information regarding restful and adequate amounts of sleep.
Don't allow insufficient sleep to become a hazard to your health.
Corn and Bacon Chowder (126.47 pdf doc)
would make a flavorful and hearty appetizer for one of this week's
meals. Health and happiness. |
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2/10/10 (209.49 pdf doc) |
Hello everyone. I hope everyone is staying warm in
the frigid temperatures and holding true to their New Year's
resolutions. The topic of the Wellness Buddy this week is "balance"
- to maintain health and wellness through the practice of informed
nutrition choices and physical fitness.
Crab, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing
(110.78 pdf doc) is an appetizing
side dish for a weekend brunch or light weekday evening meal.
Health and happiness. |
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1/13/10
(121.45 pdf doc) |
Happy belated New Year. This Wellness Buddy offers
a listing of 10 nutrient- and antioxidant-dense foods to incorporate
into your meals this year. These foods have been found to have a
protective effect against different cancers (cervical, breast, prostate,
etc.). January has been designated by the United States
Congress as Cervical Health Awareness Month. Remember it's
what you do most often that counts, so make informed food choices and
play hard.
Banana, Wheat Germ and Oats, (118.04 pdf doc)
and
Speedy Chicken Potpie (108.50 pdf doc)
are full of flavor and provide that comfort that we are all seeking
during cold weather. These recipes are both quick and easy.
Health and happiness. |
