Phytonutrients: Why We Should Eat the Rainbow
Have you ever wondered where plants, including fruits and vegetables, get their vibrant colors? Well, the answer is from phytonutrients! Phytonutrients (also known as phytochemicals) are compounds...
Author: Hannah Shifflette
Creating New Year’s Resolutions that Last
Ah, New Year’s resolutions. Maybe they motivate you each year, or maybe you think, “Why bother?”. Studies show that by the end of January, over 40% of those who made resolutions at...
5 Tips for a Healthier Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner! During this season, it is important to remember that while children’s day-to-day eating habits have the most impact on their health, there are some ways to make...
Childhood Obesity: Changes to Make Now, for Their Future
As September comes to an end, it is important to recognize that this month is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. In the past 30 years, obesity rates have tripled among youth in the United States....
Diabetes and Oral Health
Learn about diabetes and oral health with practical tips and information.
“Spring Cleaning” Our Eating Habits
Spring has officially sprung here in South Carolina. While we are all familiar with the term “spring cleaning” when it comes to our homes, there is another aspect of our lives that could use some...
New Year, New Diabetes Self- Management Plan
It’s that time of year. We’ve taken down our Christmas decorations, thrown out the remaining leftovers, and watched the ball drop. What’s next? We contemplate our New Year’s resolutions, of course!...
Physical Activity During Pregnancy
Learn about physical activity during pregnancy with practical tips and information.
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