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• Tips for making lasting health improvements during National Nutrition Month

  Published on March 30, 2017
  As National Nutrition Month comes to a close, consider a few easy changes to the foods you consume.

• Diabetes-safe at school

  Published on March 29, 2017
  American Diabetes Association works with MSU Extension to offer families advice to help keep children safe at school.

• Spring into health

  Published on February 27, 2017
  As winter comes to a close, it's time to start looking for new ways to improve your health and be more active.

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  Increase intake of fresh herbs for everyday health

  Published on February 27, 2017
  Many fresh herbs are just as nutritious as leafy greens.

• Lower your cancer risk with lifestyle changes

  Published on February 23, 2017
  Lifestyle changes based on current dietary guidelines can help lower your risk of developing cancer.

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  Healthier worksites make for a healthier community

  Published on February 23, 2017
  Grand Traverse Bay YMCA partners with area worksites to encourage wellness.

• Healthy alternatives to chocolate this Valentine's Day

  Published on February 13, 2017
  Homemade gifts from the heart that feed and nourish are perfect for Valentine's Day.

• February is American Heart Month

  Published on February 9, 2017
  February is the perfect time to think about the state of your heart.

• Help aging parents stay healthy when you live far apart

  Published on January 26, 2017
  As our parents age, many of us are concerned about their day-to-day health. What do you do when your aging parents live far away from you?

• Sweet tips for controlling blood sugar on Valentine’s Day

  Published on January 19, 2017
  For those of us who are living with pre-diabetes or diabetes a little preparing could help keep high blood sugar spikes from ruining Valentine’s Day.