LiveWell JOCO Blog

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Connect With Family During Eat Better, Eat Together Month

October is Eat Together, Eat Better month. Research shows that families who eat together tend to eat more nutritious foods in greater variety. Children eat more vegetables and drink more milk. These benefits are great, since we’re all about health…... read more

Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. One in 5 children in the United States has obesity. Childhood obesity puts kids at risk for health problems that were once only seen in adults, like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure,…...

Memorial Day Recipe: Grilled Pizza

Kick off Summer with a Grilled Pizza Memorial Day Weekend is traditionally the unofficial start to the summer! Whether you're gathering with friends and family or enjoying a quiet, relaxing long weekend at home we suggest trying this fun twist…...

Spring Yogurt Parfaits

Greek yogurt brings calcium & protein, while the fruit brings an abundance of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and a pop of color to these tasty & nutritious spring treats. Assemble ahead of time yourself or let each diner create their masterpiece.…...

Grilled Vegetables

Who doesn’t love a grilled meal, easy prep and easy clean-up!  This recipe for grilled vegetables will complement any type of protein you choose to grill at the same time.  What could be easier…or healthier? Grilled Vegetables   Preparation Time: 20…...

Spotlight on Broccoli!

Broccoli is an all-star food with many health benefits. It's low in calories, rich in essential vitamins and minerals, and high in fiber. Broccoli is a great source of vitamins K and C, a food source of folate (folic acid)…... read more

Making Healthy Choices When Eating Out

Making Healthy Choices When Eating Out Sometimes life happens and we don’t always have time to prepare breakfast in the morning, pack a nutritious lunch, have healthy snacks readily available, and cook a balanced meal for dinner. If you find yourself…...

March is National Nutrition Month

National Nutrition Month March is National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Go Further with Food.” The focus of the campaign, led by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, is to encourage healthy eating habits and to reduce food waste.…...

Crockpot Butternut Squash and Apples

Are you looking for a deliciously simple way to cook Butternut Squash? This recipe uses a time friendly, one pot method to cook squash and apples to perfection! Seasoned with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves and ginger this recipe is…...

4 Steps to Help Lower Your Cholesterol

Your heart keeps you ticking and we all want to know what we can do to keep our hearts healthy. One thing that effects our heart’s health is high cholesterol. Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults has high cholesterol, according…...

Diabetes Prevention Program Classes Starting in January

Diabetes Prevention Program Classes Starting In January   As the New Year dawns, you may thinking about how to lose a few pounds. What you may not be thinking about is prediabetes, a serious health condition that increases one’s risk…... read more

Pumpkin Maple Pancakes

Tis the season…for pumpkin! Serve up a delicious and healthy breakfast with this recipe for Pumpkin Maple Pancakes. Using healthy whole wheat flour and flax meal you create a great start to the day. Serve with fresh fruit as a…...

Chicken Taco Soup

Gearing up for cooler weather? This recipe for Chicken Taco Soup is a perfect fit to warm you up! Full of flavor, convenient and healthy; this soup will become a favorite for your family and friends.   Chicken Taco Soup…...

Chicken Stir Fry With Rice

Here’s a simple way to enjoy a delicious Chicken Stir Fry with Rice in no time! The recipe uses pre-cooked, pre-chopped ingredients that come together in a one skillet meal. Using brown rice increases the B vitamins and fiber, the…...

Stuffed Butternut Squash

Just in time for autumn...a delicious side using butternut squash. To add a good source of fiber, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium, include butternut squash in your diet. Butternut squash can be used in a variety of ways, from oven-roasted…...