The holiday season is upon us and so is National Food Safety Tips month! This pairing is not by coincidence as many of our celebrations are centered around food. We want to keep our family and friends healthy and safe from foodborne illnesses. Those loved ones most susceptible to these illnesses are pregnant women,…
8 Ways to Have a Happy & Healthy Holiday
/0 Comments/by Bonnie R. GillerIt’s December, which means that the holiday season is officially upon us. People often spend the holiday season helping and taking care of those around them, at the expense of their own well-being. During the winter months, you are more likely to get sick, especially when you’re stressed and overwhelmed. Any illness, especially during…
6 Tips for a Mindful Holiday
/0 Comments/by Bonnie R. GillerThe holidays are an enjoyable time, but between the planning, cooking, cleaning and spending time with families and friends it can become very stressful. It can be easy to get lost in the shuffle of the holidays, but I am here to help you! Here are 6 tips to keep you mindful and cheerful…
Chanukah…The Festival of Lights
/1 Comment/by Bonnie R. Giller, MS, RD, CDN, CDEHappy Chanukah! Chanukah means DEDICATION in Hebrew — the holiday pays tribute to the dedication of a group of Jews who believed fervently in their right to religious freedom. Also known as the “Festival of Lights,” Chanukah celebrates the miracle that occurred when the Maccabees reclaimed the Temple. The sanctuary was torn apart by the…
Winter 2005: To Your Health
/0 Comments/by Bonnie R. GillerIn this Issue: Specialty Holiday Coffee Drinks and Your Health Top 10 Ways to Survive Holiday Parties Chanukah…the Festival of Lights… and Potato Latkes Lowering Your Cholesterol Count Replacing Herbs and Spices for Fats in Cooking Exercising the Winter Blues Away Feature Food of the Month: Pomegranates Healthy Recipe: Roasted Pomegranate Chicken Specialty Holiday Coffee…
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