Published: October 26, 2021
Cooler weather is here, which means many of us are spending more time indoors. And that begins the annual cycle that we get caught up in: Cooler weather equals less time outside, equals less exercise, equals decreased motivation to get back into it. Throw in the winter holidays and all the great food, and it’s […]
Published: September 9, 2021
No matter where you live, there’s always the possibility that a natural or human-caused emergency will force you from your home. You may already have an emergency plan and a kit or “go bag” for yourself, but what about your pets? Your pet is an important member of your family, and it should be included […]
Published: August 10, 2021
The mythical fountain of youth may take many forms in people’s imagination, but not … kale. Or mustard greens. But maybe it should? Consider this: Researchers from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago studied a group of almost 1,000 older adults, and found that those who ate green leafy vegetables every day experienced a slower […]
Published: July 15, 2021
We’re surrounded by productive farms here in Yakima, and summer is a great time to check out the offerings at our local farmers markets! Here’s what you’ll find: The freshest produce. Fruits and veggies at the grocery story may have traveled long and far before they show up on the shelf. Having been bred, packaged and […]
Published: June 9, 2021
Many Americans are looking forward to resuming their lives and returning to normal this summer. This June, during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging all Americans to make brain health an important part of their return to normal. “The past year has been extremely challenging for most Americans,” said Beth Kallmyer, […]
Published: May 13, 2021
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a good reminder about precautions we should take not just in the summer months but all year long. The Skin Cancer Foundation is sharing this information to help you determine your risk of getting skin cancer. What’s your skin type? The first major factor affecting your risk for skin […]
Published: April 1, 2021
You already know that Washington state is a big producer of wines. But did you know that the state’s wine industry is growing so quickly that almost every 30 days, a new winery opens? That’s a lot of wine waiting for people to enjoy it. Fortunately, you’re in the right place – the Yakima Valley […]
Published: March 10, 2021
It’s time for the annual spring cleaning ritual, and what better place to start than your medicine cabinet? Besides getting rid of things you no longer use—like that six-year-old box of teeth-whitening strips and half-used bottles of travel-sized shampoo—you should get rid of prescription and over-the-counter medications that have expired. Many people don’t see the […]
Published: February 4, 2021
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, there’s more than just love in the air—February also happens to be American Heart Month! Fostering a healthy heart is a critical factor in a long and healthy life. But it’s not always easy to determine what you, specifically, need to do to keep your heart beating as […]
Published: January 5, 2021
The holiday season has come and gone, and 2021 is finally here. Though the holidays are usually all about crowds and closeness, this year we were strongly advised to avoid gatherings. But experts now report that many Americans decided to risk travel and gatherings, and this has fueled a spike in cases. Many people are now […]
