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Aug 26

Watson Shares Benefits of Walking and Healthy Diet Changes

Jay Watson wasn’t always a walker, and he did not always watch what he ate. As he put it, he was a “cheeseburger and pizza guy.” In 1998, he had a heart attack, and his doctor recommended some changes in his diet.  He had already taken up walking as part of his daily routine, but […]

May 30

Fight Cancer with Cruciferous Vegetables

Experts reviewed studies of people with different kinds of cancer that also looked at what they ate.  One kind of vegetable seemed to make a big difference.  People who regularly ate cruciferous vegetables cut their risk of colon and breast cancer by almost 17 percent, their risk of kidney cancer by nearly 32 percent, and […]

Jan 24

Look for the Tomato!

The Nutritional Environmental Measures Survey (NEMS) was developed to evaluate healthy food choices in restaurants, vending machines, and grocery stores. Ringgold County Public Health (RCPH) has partnered with local restaurants, schools, the hospital, and nursing homes to increase healthy food options for all. Look for the healthy items highlighted by this tomato symbol on Jamie’s […]

Jan 24

“Loving Your Family” Classes Scheduled

Class dates and topics for the “Loving Your Family” series have been set. All meetings will begin at 5:00 PM at the ISU Extension Office meeting room. Space is limited, so please call the Public Health office to pre-register (641-464-0691). January 28, Family Meals February 5, How Much Food and Physical Activity? February 11, Vegetables […]