​The most common question I get is as a Dietitian is, “how many calories should I be eating”? And as we approach holiday season, I realized this may be the optimal time to talk about what calories are, how many you need, and how to adjust them to meet your weight goals.

​​What are calories? Calories are the way we can measure how much energy is in the food we eat. For example, an apple may have ~75 calories while apple pie may have ~250 calories.

​Communities are stronger and healthier when
everyone feels a sense of belonging. Taking the time to talk to neighbors, smile and welcome newcomers,
and participate in community events are some simple ways to make our community stronger. KB
Willingness to help a neighbor (i.e. shovel, mowing
lawn). SK
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Treating ourselves and everyone we connect with
each day with dignity. Dignity gives birth to much
more - try it. DR

​Refest is around the corner: Saturday, September 14th 11:00am-4:00pm. This celebration of green living and clean energy is an annual event in Mower County and this year is relocating to the Mower County Fairgrounds to accommodate growth and expansion of partnerships and family fun activities to engage in.

​The Refest event has three primary goals:

​1. Educate citizens about the current issues regarding carbon emissions
and the impact they have on the environment. Learn what green
living and sustainability are all about.

​History is a valuable teacher in many aspects of daily living, especially in relation to wellness. Significant research in the past that has led to cures and preventive measures (hand washing helps stop the spread of germs!) have changed how we live, and in many cases improved health outcomes. I’ve referred to Mower Refreshed as a movement that taps into old school wisdom; thanks to Urban Dictionary we actually have a definition for old school!

​Old School.
Anything that is from an earlier era and looked upon with high regard or respect. (Urban Dictionary)