HERMITAGE — When visitors stop by Buhl Park’s annual concert series this summer, they’ll have the chance to try some healthier food options — the first initiative of the Healthy Community Collaborative. The Health Hut @ the Cabin Cafe, a planned stand similar to what people would find at a farmers’ market, will offer visitors fresh fruits and vegetables, some nutritional information, and recipes for free during the concerts on Wednesday evenings. The Healthy Community Collaborative, a partnership of the […]
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Communities across the US are using federal stimulus money to bring grocery stores and healthy food to food deserts, as the pandemic and rising costs put nutrition further out of reach for many. The regions using American Rescue Plan funds include Montana’s Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, a 1,000-sq-mile expanse shared by the Assiniboine and Gros Ventre tribes. Most of the reservation is considered a food desert by the US Department of Agriculture, meaning most residents have little access to healthy […]
Michelle Dixon of Jackson and Daniel Glasco of Cape Girardeau prepare to load food during a drive-through food distribution April 14, 2020, at Cape First Church in Cape Girardeau. SEMO Food Bank has announced it has received a sizable Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust grant to continue a veterans’ health food program in the region. Southeast Missourian file Sikeston, Missouri-based Southeast Missouri Food Bank, which plans to open a satellite facility in Jackson, has been awarded a $46,500 grant […]
Inflation means higher food prices, which impacts healthy eating News Sports Entertainment Life Money Tech Travel Opinion Federal officials earlier this month said inflation hit a 40-year high and the consumer price index jumped 8.5% annually. For those who were already struggling, the rapid increases are forcing even tougher choices about what, when and how often to eat. On average, Americans spend about 10% of their income on food. The poorest Americans pay closer to 30%. Experts worry high food prices mean more children […]
There are many nutritious superfoods, but there are also foods that sound healthy even though they are not. It’s important to watch out for these “imposters” that can be loaded with extra sugar, calories, or other nasty surprises. The reality is that many of the “healthy” foods we eat are actually unhealthy, even some of the so-called “superfoods.” These foods gain a foothold because of clever marketing campaigns, but if you look at the ingredients on the label, it’s easy […]
Kids can be stubborn when it comes to eating the healthy foods on their plate. And now, a new national poll reaffirms that picky eating is a universal parenting challenge. Over half of parents agree that it’s difficult to get their child to eat a well-balanced diet and half say their child regularly takes a supplement, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s National Poll on Children’s Health. A balanced diet helps children get the nutrients […]
Some people may be cautious when it comes to using oils in cooking or with their food. Eating fat with meals conjures thoughts of high cholesterol and, well, getting fat. The fact that some fats are labeled as “bad” adds to the confusion and misconception that all fats are unhealthy. But that isn’t the case. “It’s important to consume oils,” says Shilpa Bhupathiraju, assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and assistant professor of nutrition at Harvard’s T.H. Chan […]
Collagen is a large protein that is used to make the connective tissue, which in turn keeps all the other tissues together. Collagen is present in bones, joints, blood, muscles, and cartilages. It is the most important protein for a healthy-looking skin as it gives it elasticity and strength. Collagen makes up a third of the total body protein. As we grow older, our processes start to slow down and this affects the production of collagen too. Our “modern lifestyles […]
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The 5 Factor Diet is a diet and fitness program based on the number five. It’s amassed quite a fan base over the years. Plus, it’s reportedly been endorsed by a slew of celebrities, including Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, and Katy Perry, among others. Proponents of the program enjoy it for its simplicity, flexibility, and effectiveness. Meanwhile, critics note that it eliminates several healthy food groups and may not be a good fit for everyone. This article takes an in-depth look […]
