What is the Food Pyramid?
The Food Pyramid/My Plate Most of us have seen the iconic USDA Food Guide Pyramid at some point. It was first introduced in 1992, was remade in 2005 as My Pyramid, and in 2011 was changed to My Plate. All of these eating guides incorporate the different food groups...
Morning! One of the Most Important Ways to Begin! Not Breakfast!
Mornings are hard. If you have to coax yourself out of bed each morning and spend more time hitting snooze on your alarm than you’d care to admit, you’re not alone. A lot of people have difficulties finding their motivation in the morning. Once you step out of the...
Alcohol Consumption — Be Smart About It!
April Is Alcohol Awareness Month Most people enjoy celebrating a special occasion or the end of the week with a glass of wine or a beer. There is nothing wrong with drinking in moderation. However, if you drink to relax, avoid stressful situations and/or to escape,...
Medication Safety and YOU!
No matter what your age or condition, there are several fundamental rules to follow when considering medication safety: Tell your physician about all aspects of your medical history: If your physician is treating you for a cold or for cancer, he or she needs to know...
