Creating a window garden with kids can be a fun project to help get them involved in healthy eating habits. The joy of watching a seed grow into something delicious can also help encourage children to try new foods. If you’re ready to try a DIY window garden at home, here’s a step-by-step guide from A Healthier Michigan with a little help…
This recipe is great for children who do not like a traditional sandwich in their lunch. The sweet taste of pineapple and berries in this recipe pairs perfectly with the tart taste of Greek yogurt. If the fruit in this recipe is not to you or your child’s liking, it can be modified to include any fruit. Including fun recipes…
The new year started with lots of pomp and enthusiasm as people all over the U.S. welcomed 2020 with open arms. What many hoped would be a decade of prosperity and promise has quickly turned into a nightmare following the country’s first confirmed COVID-19 case on January 20. Now, the COVID-19 pandemic has reached all 50 states and numbers continue…
When driving in the car with small children, most parents and caregivers will naturally do everything they can to ensure the children in their care are safe. Fortunately, today’s vehicles are equipped with advanced safety technology. And with a PwC forecast showing about 107 million vehicles will be manufactured globally in 2020, car safety technology will continue to improve. But while cars…
Michigan winters mean snow, ice, freezing temperatures and darker days. Even though staying active during these conditions may not seem ideal, there are many health benefits, both physical and mental, to working out during the winter months. Of course, adding snow and ice to a workout routine presents additional challenges and health risks. Before you step outside, keep these health and safety…
Your parents spent their adult lives raising and caring for you, ensuring that you had a comfortable home and were provided for until you could provide for yourself. Now that your parents are in their golden years, you may be facing the decision of how you can best care for them. Although nursing homes or assisted living facilities may seem…
By: Grace Derocha, registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator and certified health coach at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Running is one of the simplest and most popular forms of exercise. It doesn’t require expensive equipment or a gym membership to start. It’s a full-body workout that can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and help manage weight. Here are eight…
Studies show that people interpret the definition of a happy home multiple ways: it is a place where you feel secure (69%), a place you can relax in (64%), and a place where you are free to be yourself (57%). The way you design and style your home has a direct impact on all of those understandings, from its basic…
Looking for a sweet treat to celebrate the summer? Look no further! This yummy parfait tastes just like a lighter cheesecake with healthier benefits. The mousse is made with Greek yogurt, which is packed with protein, and lemon juice, which contains vitamin C. Cheesecake is never not in season, so you can enjoy this treat all year round. Ingredients Strawberries,…
By: Grace Derocha, registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator and certified health coach at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan A home garden can be more than meets the eye. It can be a decorative space that adds color, fragrance and years to a person’s life. Maintaining flowers, fruits or vegetables provides health benefits to people of all ages. It’s a…
