LiveWell JOCO Blog

Stay informed with regular updates from the LiveWell Johnson County Blog, including tips for chronic disease prevention, healthy food inspiration, and news from the neighborhood.

Spotlight on Turnips

Turnips, often overlooked in the world of nutrition, offer a range of health benefits that deserve recognition. These root vegetables are a rich source of essential nutrients, including vitamin C, which boosts the immune system and supports collagen production for…...

National Diabetes Awareness Month: Preventing Prediabetes

Since 1975, November has been designated as National Diabetes Month. Here at Livewell, we focus on preventing prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Did you know 96 million American adults – 1 in 3 - have prediabetes? Something even more shocking…...

Staying Hydrated in Cool Weather

As the crisp, cool breeze of autumn settles in, it's easy to forget about the importance of staying hydrated. After all, the sweltering heat of summer has passed, and the urge to guzzle water may not be as strong. However,…...

5 Health Benefits of Walking

Walking is one of the simplest yet most effective forms of physical activity. Whether it's a leisurely stroll in the park or a brisk walk around your neighborhood, the benefits of walking extend far beyond just getting from point A…...

3 Reasons Kids Should Walk, Bike or Roll to School

Walking and bike riding are healthy ways to get to and from school. Skipping the school drop-off traffic for more active commutes can contribute to the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity kids need each day. Here are 3 reasons and a…...

Healthy Snacking Tips

Let’s talk about something that most of us have experienced as a parent or in our eating routine – SNACK TIME! Today, we are sharing some tips for how to make this one of the easiest decisions of your day.…...

Celebrate Great Outdoors Month!

Summer is here. The kids are home and already complaining that there’s nothing to do. Here’s an idea—go outside! June is National Great Outdoors Month and Johnson County has many ways to celebrate the occasion. Put down your phone, apply…...

Spotlight on Arugula

Also known as rocket, arugula is a tender leafy green and is technically a cruciferous vegetable. This means it is a cousin to vegetables like cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and cabbage. Cruciferous vegetables are linked to decreased risk of cardiovascular problems.…...

The Stroke & High Blood Pressure Connection

May is Stroke Awareness Month. Did you know each year about as many Americans have a stroke as a heart attack? The good news is, that about 80 percent of strokes may be prevented. What is a Stroke? A stroke happens…... read more

Bike & Roll to School Day 2023

Bike & Roll to School Day is Wednesday, May 3! Set your alarm a few minutes early on Wednesday, May 3 and join your neighbors for National Bike & Roll to School Day. Bike & Roll to School Day events…...

Emerging Vape Products

It’s 2023 and unfortunately, the use of vape by teens is still happening. In fact, according to the Youth Risk Behavioral Surveillance System Survey from 2019, 48.6% of Kansas youth grades 9-12 have said they have tried vaping and 22%…...

Reduce Stress for a Healthier Heart

Whether it’s from everyday deadlines, financial struggles, or busy schedules, stress shows up often in life. And your body reacts to it: your heart rate increases, your blood vessels narrow—and over time, these little blows can add up and do…...

Make Heart Health Part of Your Self-Care Routine

Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to move more, preparing healthier meals,…...