Cranberries were first studied for their plant pigments, but now scientists are looking at their unique health benefits. By Alison Crane For me, it started with a healthier version of an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie and the next thing I knew, I was adding them to salads and rice and bread and more. Until that fateful cookie, I had never been a fan of cranberries. Now, my whole family enjoys
Since this vitamin plays such a vital role in our well-being, making sure our diet includes foods that contain vitamin D is essential. By Alison CraneVitamin D insufficiency affects almost 50% of the population worldwide. This fat-soluble vitamin is naturally present in some foods and is added to several other foods. Vitamin D is also known as the Sunshine vitamin because our bodies can naturally produce it when the sun’s
When it comes to your wellness, adding more fruits and veggies to your meals is a smart habit to begin. By Alison CraneHabits can make or break us when it comes to health. The month of August has a national focus on wellness. Wholesome habits go a long way towards improving our mental and physical wellness. Why not take a moment now instead of waiting for New Year’s to evaluate
Apply sunscreen to all parts of your skin that will be exposed to the sun 20-30 minutes before going out and every two hours after that. If you will be sweating or swimming you will want to find one that is waterproof. By Alison CraneRecently, my husband and I became the very happy owners of two kayaks. Our first excursion on the lake had us hooked and we plan to
Garland County is surrounded by beautiful parks, trails, lakes, and more, providing a variety of outdoor activities. By Alison CraneDid you know that living close to parks and other recreation facilities is related to higher physical activity levels for both adults and youth? During the pandemic, most adults have found exercising at their local parks, trails, and open spaces has been essential to maintaining physical and mental health. Parks provide
Being financially literate can take a great weight off a personand prevent health issues. By Alison Crane“As your body grows bigger, Your mind must flower, It’s great to learn, ‘Cause knowledge is power!” These opening lyrics from the old School House Rocks series have always stuck with me. I grew up with the concept that knowing how things worked would help me. When it comes to making financial decisions, the
Frozen vegetables and fruits can be a convenient way to have quality nutrition options available all seasons of the year. By Alison CraneIn 1924, Clarence Birdseye invented the quick-freezing method and revolutionized the way we preserved foods. By the 1950s, frozen ready to eat meals had hit the U.S. market and the TV dinner was soon to become a way of life. As home freezers became more widespread and economical,
By Alison CraneIf you have ever sat at a table waiting on a child to try one bite of food, you know that sometimes persuading small-sized humans to do something they do not want to do can be a challenge. Or perhaps you have been astounded by how incredibly fast that same pint-sized being can decide that nothing you have prepared for dinner that night is edible and that you
by Alison CraneNew Year’s Resolutions in practice don’t work very well for me. In fact, I am fifty-one and I’m pretty sure I have yet to completely accomplish a single resolution. For example: the kitchen cabinets that I was reorganizing, painting and lining … four of them still need to be done almost four years later and that was my only resolution that year. Am I lazy? Maybe. Or maybe
On December 6th, enjoy a fine bowl of Gazpacho, the cold tomato soup. By Alison CraneOne would think that a national day celebrating a cold soup would be established on a warm day of summer. For National Gazpacho Day, that is not the case. Whatever the reason, Sunday, December 6th, is a day that a few hardy individuals will deliberately eat gazpacho, a cold tomato soup. Just so everyone is
By Alison Crane November 13th is World Kindness Day. It is also my son’s 20th birthday. That his birth would fall on a day that encourages the whole world to focus on being kind to others is fitting, since he is one of the kindest people I know. When he was younger, people would chase me down to tell me of some kind act he had done or how much
By Alison Crane Did you know October 10th, the second Saturday of 2020, will be celebrated as World Mental Health Day? The objective of this day is to spread awareness about mental health issues and to reduce the stigma faced by families and individuals coping with those problems. While 1 in 5 people will experience a diagnosable mental health condition in their lives, 5 out of 5 people will go through a challenging
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(L to R) Johnette Connelly Taylor, niece of “Killer Wife” first victim, Joe Connelly; Evaline Rowland Connelly (no relation to Johnette), sister of the third victim, Don Rowland; and Bitty Martin, author. Bitty Martin has completed her second Hot Springs true crime, Killer Wife: The True Story of Bonnie Connelly and the Men
By Chana Prince Greetings Fellow Travelers, March 2026 carries powerful turning-point energy. The Total Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo on March 3 brings emotional insight and practical clarity. Virgo asks for refinement—health, habits, work, and daily devotion come into focus. What feels messy now is ready to be organized with
Thousands of plants will be for sale at the Garden Show. Save the date – Garland County Master Gardeners will be holding their annual Plant Sale and Garden Show one day only on Saturday, April 25, from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Garland County Fairgrounds. Entry is free
by Susan Koenig Springs around the corner.Our excitement builds. Our need to dig in the dirt will soon be fulfilled. We’re planning our gardens and shopping seed catalogs. We’re preparing our pots and watching video blogs. We’re dreaming of the garden and buying seeds and plants, And figuring how to get rid of the squash bugs and ants! The sun’s rays
