The Latest on Genetically Modified Foods

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By: Wren Fair Many people are choosing avoid genetically modified produce, claiming that these foods are unsafe for human consumption. Check out this article from Metro Detriot, which explores the fear surrounding GMOs. The Washington Post says their is insufficent scientific evidence to require companies to label GMOs. In other news, though there is no solid evidence that GMOs themselves are dangerous, the main ingredient in Round-Up has been deemed “a probable carcinogen” by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. Round-up is the most popular weed killer… Read More →

Weekly Health Links

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By: Wren Fair Introducing Live Well’s Weekly Health Links! Here you can find informative health and wellness articles from trusted sources. We all know how hard it can be to motivate yourself to exercise! The American Heart Association has some tips to help you overcome exercise aversion. Need additional motivational strategies? Read this article  from the American College of Sports Medicine! As you find ways to increase your motivation, don’t forget that even something as simple as walking can have huge health benefits! Check out the Mayo Clinic’s tip on establishing… Read More →

Meal Planning 101: Saving Time & Money

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By: Wren Fair Many of us lead busy lives. You might have a full time job and kids or be a working college student. Whatever your time obstacle may be, I think we can all agree that preparing and eating meals at home is a challenge. Sometimes even the best of intentions fall prey to exhaustion after a long work day. Incorporating regular meal planning into your week can help alleviate stress and save you money. Meal planning sounds simple in theory: you create a menu for the… Read More →

Color Your Plate in Honor of National Nutrition Month!

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By: Wren Fair March is National Nutrition Month, and fortunately this is also the time of year that all different kinds of colorful, nutritious produce become seasonal and more affordable! For optimal health, the USDA recommends that half your plate be comprised of fruits and vegetables.  Try and incorporate nature’s vast array of colors into your diet for the best nutrient benefit. There are so many different types of fruits and vegetables to choose from, you can easily find something you like!    We’ll have more information on each color group… Read More →

Fresh Tips: Extend the Life of Your Greens

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By: Wren Fair Introducing Travis County FCS’s Fresh Tips, providing you with simple tricks to keep your food fresh longer!  10 Minutes to Longer Lasting Greens Have you ever brought home a beautifully robust head of lettuce or swiss chard, only to open your fridge two days later and discover the leaves wilted? Well, believe me, this has happened to me more times than I can count. Most of us will not use an entire bunch of greens as soon as we get home from the store, but… Read More →