When it comes to Michigan produce, it can sometimes feel like cherries, apples and blueberries get all the glory. But those three are just the tip of the grown-in-Michigan iceberg. There are, in fact, loads of other less obvious fruits and vegetables to be found here—especially this time of year. Here are three in-season fruits to help expand your taste…
It’s 5:30 AM. Your alarm clock is sounding off relentlessly and you are one giant, toasty cinnamon bun in bed. The absolute last thing you want to do is get up and dive into a workout…but you should! Research and testimonials show that working out before breakfast sets the tone for the day and reinforces a healthy schedule over time. Most people think they can’t handle morning…
By: Grace Derocha, registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator and certified health coach at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Despite their best effort to prepare for the back-to-school season, more than 50 percent of parents admit it doesn’t go as planned. Thankfully, small changes in daily routines can make great time-savers and allow the family to practice healthy habits without the…
Busy moms everywhere are looking forward to the start of a new school year. The August and September months bring a rush of meet-the-teacher events, back to school nights, school supply shopping, signing up for sports teams, and joining the parent-teacher groups. If managing chronic back pain is on your back-to-school ToDo list too, don’t miss this quick guide to…
Although the Labor Day holiday should be all about savoring the end of summer with friends and family, it has an unfortunate dark side. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day has been referred to as the “100 Deadliest Days” for teenaged drivers, as nine out of the 10 most dangerous days for youth on U.S. roads happen between the months…
Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that’s produced any time a fossil fuel burns. Appliances such as ovens, heaters, and other devices release a small amount of carbon monoxide when they’re properly working. But when these appliances aren’t working correctly, carbon monoxide fumes can build up and become life-threatening. More than 150 people in the U.S. die every…
There’s a new gadget that can make taking your vitamins easier. Tespo combined nutrition science and technology to create liquid vitamins that get dispensed through a machine daily. Tespo gave Metro Detroit Mommy a complimentary machine and a personalized pod to facilitate this sponsored review. All opinions are my own, your experience may differ. I would compare the Tespo Connect…
More than 80 percent of college students reported feeling overwhelmed by their workload in 2016. Chronic stress can be a catalyst for depression, anxiety and mood disorders—serious problems that together are ranked number one among the top five national health conditions contributing to poor health in nearly every county of every state in the U.S. By prioritizing physical and mental health throughout the school…
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Beaumont. All opinions are 100% mine. Beaumont Health has made it super easy to find out your risk for several different health factors with a free online assessment. Metro Detroit Mommy solely looked at the heart health risk assessment test to see what kind of results one would receive. The…
School cafeterias give children the opportunity to become independent eaters at an early age. While it’s a great way to try new foods, it also means parents are unable to control what and how much a child consumes. Thankfully, USDA’s regulations assist children in making better decisions by requiring cafeterias to offer more fruit, vegetables and whole grains while limiting sodium,…
A yearly physical exam by your family physician or pediatrician is an important part of your child’s health care. As children get older, back to school check-ups are sometimes the only visit kids and teenagers have with their doctor every year. An annual check-up gives the physician a chance to give the child a thorough physical examination. It also presents…
August is Kids Eat Right Month, founded by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to emphasize ways to help kids eat right and be more active. It’s no surprise that attention is being placed on children’s eating habits after the news has been filled with headlines about the current childhood obesity trends. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 17%…
Flowers are a go-to when it comes to giving gifts and decorating your home, but they can also dress up your favorite recipes. Whether used in a salad, decorative drink or main dish, there are many flowers you can incorporate into your diet. With spring on the way, here are some flowers that will add a pop of color and…
A healthy take on campfire s’mores, try this simple recipe for a sweet snack. If you’re at the end of your camping trip, you can still use slightly ripe bananas for this recipe. The riper the banana, the better. Bananas are particularly high in Vitamin B, potassium, manganese and Vitamin C, all necessary daily nutrients. If you are backpacking, bananas…
Minimalism is about living more with less. Incorporating that idea into a family dynamic can be difficult. How do you get kids – who always want the newest, best, and next – to scale down and simplify? Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, authors of the book Everything That Remains give the advice “spend half the money and twice the time with…
