Monday, September 28, 2009

Where do foods fit on Mypyramid?

Most everyone has seen Mypyramid from the USDA. If you haven't, check out http://mypyramid.gov. Sometimes it can be difficult to figure out which food group a certain food fits. The website Food-a-pedia can help you determine which food group they will fall into and it's very user-friendly, http://www.myfoodapedia.gov/Default.aspx.

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Laughter

You can get more out of everyday and improve your emotional wellness with laughter. If you can't laugh, fake it!

  • Start with a big smile on your face. Say, "he he he, ho ho ho, ha ha ha" and keep repeating until you start to giggle. Have others join you.
  • Don't be afraid to look or act silly. It will put a smile on your face.
  • When you are in a stressful situation, fake a laugh. This instantly improves your mood. -
  • Make someone else laugh or smile, this act is contagious and will make yourself or others smile.
  • A pretend giggle can usually turn into a laugh.
  • Give it a try, you don't have anything to lose!