Category: Health & Nutrition

Garlic and Vampires: The Science Behind the Myth [Part 2]

by Suzanne Holloway
October 30, 2025

In part one, we explored garlic’s history and its remarkable ability to help protect against germs, health problems, insects, and even unwanted company. Now, in this post, we’ll take a deeper look into vampire lore, the creatures and conditions ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Bats, Folklore, Garlic, Halloween, Health, Holiday, Leech, Leeches, Mosquitoes, Sanguivore, Spooky Season, Supernatural, Vampires

Garlic and Vampires: The Science Behind the Myth [Part 1]

by Suzanne Holloway
October 23, 2025

You’ve probably heard the old myth that garlic repels vampires, but is there any truth behind this? There’s no scientific evidence to support the existence of vampires or their aversion to garlic. However, the myth likely has roots in garlic’s ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Allicin, Garlic, Halloween, Health, Holiday, Insect Repellent, Lentil Soup, Recipe, Repellent, Soup, Spooky Season, Vampire, Vampires, Wellness

The Freshman 15: Myths, Reality, and Healthy Habits

by Suzanne Holloway
August 18, 2025

The term “freshman 15” describes the widespread belief that college students gain fifteen pounds during their first year. This concept originated in the mid-to-late 1980s, with a 1985 peer-reviewed article reporting an average weight gain ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition
Tags: College, Dorm Life, Eat, Eating, Freshman 15, Healthy Habits, Nutrition, Sleep, Stress, Student, Wellness

Protein Alternatives

by Suzanne Holloway
May 9, 2025

Dietary protein is an important macronutrient for human health, and it can be found in a wide variety of foods. To learn more about the basics of protein, check out this earlier article. Types of Protein Sources Before we explore the different ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Algae, Amino Acids, Beans, Beef, Chicken, Fish, Insect, Nuts, Pork, Protein, Protein Sources, Seeds, Soy, Yeast

The Science of Zzz’s: Why Sleeping Matters

by Suzanne Holloway
May 2, 2025

Did you know? Sleep occupies a significant portion of our lives. On average, sleep makes up one-fourth to one-third of a person's lifetime. Despite its importance, sleep time varies with age. Here's a breakdown of the daily ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Brain, Nap, Nrem, Rem, Sleep

What’s the 411 on Protein?

by Suzanne Holloway
February 28, 2025

Defining Proteins Proteins are important macronutrients, just like carbohydrates and fats. They are large, complex molecules that play numerous roles in the body. For instance, proteins help in building and repairing structures, performing ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Amino Acids, Protein

Matters of the Heart: Celebrating Love and Health

by Suzanne Holloway
February 7, 2025

February is a month to celebrate matters of the heart—both in love and in health. With Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month, February is the perfect time to cherish our loved ones while committing to a heart-healthy lifestyle. Heart ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family
Tags: Heart, Heart Disease Prevention, Heart Health, Valentine's Day

Every Drop Counts: Celebrating National Blood Donor Month

by Suzanne Holloway
January 2, 2025

January is recognized as National Blood Donor Month, but what makes blood and blood donation so important? What is blood? Blood is an essential bodily fluid that constantly flows through the body keeping it working. It has four main components: ... READ MORE

Category: , Community Volunteers, Health & Nutrition
Tags: Blood, Blood Donation, Donation, Health

Seasons of Depression

by Suzanne Holloway
November 30, 2024

As leaves change color and days grow shorter, seasonal depression can start affecting some individuals. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression with seasonal patterns, often begins in young adulthood and becomes more likely with ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Depression, Mental Health, Mentall Wellness, Seasaonal Depression

Egg-cellent Celebrations: Safeguarding Springtime Traditions with Egg Safety Tips

by Melanie Thomas
March 28, 2024

Springtime brings warmer weather and festive occasions like Easter, Passover, and graduations. And what's a spring celebration without eggs? From cooking all the traditional recipes to preparing for the annual egg hunt, it's important to handle ... READ MORE

Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Easter Eggs, Egg Safety, Food Safety, Foodbourne Illness, Healthy Holiday, Salmonella

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