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Silver linings – finding the positive during difficult times

With fear, worry, stress and uncertainty surrounding all of us during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be hard to keep a positive attitude. Although our concern is justified, we must continue to hold on to hope and maintain an optimistic outlook. If you’re watching the news lately, you may be feeling that each day is…

Gaining weight during quarantine? You’re not alone

By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, CSOWM, RDN, CDN Quarantining in our homes with food all around us, combined with feeling stress, worry and uncertainty can be a recipe for emotional eating and weight gain. We may crave comfort foods such as sweets, starches or our favorite meals to console us and bring us back to…

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COVID-19 stress getting to you? How to manage anxiety during isolation

Since the inception of the COVID-19 pandemic, we all have been confronted with significant stress. Stress is the body’s response to any demand either pleasant or unpleasant. It is important to recognize the stress we are all under and take the necessary actions to reduce it in this difficult time.

Being active with your kids while practicing social distancing

By Helaine Krasner MS, RDN, CDN and Erin Caraher RDN, CDN Physical activity is important for people of all ages, but especially for children. It promotes growth and development, strong bones and muscles, endurance and helps them maintain a healthy weight.

Cleaning and coronavirus

Learn the difference between cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing and how you can use various techniques to combat coronavirus.