Tomatoes are native to mid-latitude regions of the Andes mountains in South America. Originally known as tomatl to the Aztecs, tomatoes were not widely eaten by humans until seeds were brought to Europe where Italians … Read More
Protecting yourself and others by staying healthy during COVID-19 is on everyone’s mind but don’t forget to protect your identity! Fraudsters take advantage of opportunities like COVID-19 to set new traps with fake offers or … Read More
Are you turning 65 or beginning to plan your retirement? You may be wondering what Medicare options are the best for you. Our SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) volunteers, trained by the WA State … Read More
Many of our beloved berries are not actually berries at all. Botanically, berries are fruits which derive from a single flower with a single ovary. True berries include: blueberries, grapes, currants, avocados, tomatoes, and bananas. … Read More
Herbs have been cultivated since before written history. Monasteries were home to physic gardens which supplied food and medicine for the resident monks and their local communities. Fresh herbs are an excellent way to flavor … Read More
The popular Tuesday Farm Stand at Island Hospital, sponsored by the Island Hospital Employee Wellness committee, opens June 9 in the courtyard near the hospital’s 24th Street main entrance. The IH Farm Stand is the … Read More
For anyone who has found themselves staring into the refrigerator at 8 p.m. during a commercial break, you know how boredom and sitting can lead to overeating. This is only magnified while in home isolation. … Read More
Washington State’s Stay Home, Stay Healthy order allows leaving our homes for essential services including purchasing food, but encourages citizens to limit these trips to reduce the spread of COVID-19. This necessitates savvy planning to … Read More
One of the most challenging problems in dealing with stress and anxiety is a challenge of meeting it head on. When I tell people they need to manage their own stress, it means recognizing the … Read More
Healthcare workers are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis. Not only are they dealing with their own fears about exposure, but their family’s as well. So, it is no surprise that I get a … Read More
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