Author: St. Elizabeth Healthcare

We all have that one person in our lives who can’t sit still. In our office, that person is me. I have a little red stress ball that’s been my distraction of choice for the past two years. When I have writer’s block or really need to focus on proofing something, I squeeze the ball. I’ve also been known to use it to get the attention of coworkers who aren’t listening to me. Recently  a coworker stole it – apparently he doesn’t find it an acceptable attention-grabbing tool to use when he has ear buds in – I’ve been searching…

The school year is coming to a close, and soon your little ones will be spending their time at home. Need a little help to keep them busy? Greater Cincinnati organizations offer endless summer camps to keep your kids moving and learning until fall. Please visit each camp’s website for more information about pricing and days offered. Camps for the entertainer Learn to dance: The Cincinnati Ballet has eight different summer camps to teach your child the art of dance, no matter his or her experience level. Find your inner choir nerd: The Cincinnati Boychoir encourages young men to…

Colorful and sweet, Peeps are a necessity for any Easter basket. But what do you do with all the remaining neon treats when Easter is over? Instead of letting your leftover sweets go stale, use them to create a delicious new dessert. We love this decadent recipe for chocolate peanut butter Peeps skillet s’mores. With only four ingredients, it’s simple to make and a great indulgent treat. Admittedly, this recipe probably isn’t any better for you than eating your leftover Peeps, but turning them into something new may stop you from eating a lot of candy at once. And, you…

The core region – your hips, abdomen and lower back – is the key to having great posture while you run and controlling your stride up and down hills. A strong, flexible core will make running these portions much easier. In the latest video from Physical Therapist Stacey McConnell of St. Elizabeth Healthcare  Sports Medicine, you will learn some basic exercises to strengthen your core and improve your running form. Looking for a race? Sign up for the Honor Run Half  the weekend after Veteran’s Day on Sunday, November 15. The race, sponsored in part by St. Elizabeth Healthcare,…

Full of sugar and caffeine, we know that soft drinks aren’t the healthiest drink around. Unfortunately, drinking soda can be a hard habit to kick. We found a great list from MyFitnessPal on ways to successfully switch out that daily Diet Coke with a sweet replacement ““ tea. Check out their six tips to making tea taste better than soda. Guilty of drinking a little too much diet coke, here are some tips I’m going to try: Think outside the leaf – Look for teas that include ingredients that tend to be naturally sweeter to curb your sugar cravings. Drink…

Since air crash investigators released information that a depressed Germanwings co-pilot may have deliberately crashed a plane into the French Alps on March 24 killing all 150 people aboard, some people have jumped to the conclusion that depression might cause someone to be a danger to others. For those who treat individuals suffering from depression that belief is, in itself, the real danger because it may end up preventing individuals desperately in need of treatment from getting it for fear of repercussions with their employers “Depression does not cause those kind of behaviors,” said Kelly Clasgens, a Licensed Professional Clinical…

Next time you start craving a cheesy slice of pizza, don’t reach for the delivery menu. Instead, try out this yummy recipe we found for white pizza with arugula. It takes under two hours to make six of these tasty mini pies, so it’s perfect for a family gathering or meal with friends. According to Medical News Today, arugula is low in calories and packed with health benefits. Studies have shown it can lower your blood pressure and decrease your risk of heart disease. So top your pizza with this super food and feel better about enjoying a second (or…

From Zumba and Pilates to Crossfit and high intensity training (HIT) workouts, it’s easy to think “fitness movements”  are a 21st century phenomena. We really enjoyed this Buzzfeed video montage of the biggest fitness crazes of the past 100 years and couldn’t help chuckling  a little at a few  exercises from the past…and maybe a few from the present.

With Easter just a couple of days away, your family may still want to squeeze in a few  fun holiday activities. Whether you’re searching for a nearby egg hunt or Easter bunny photo opportunity, the Cincinnati Enquirer has a list broken down by region. Cutting back on the sweets? If you only want to put one or two pieces of candy  in your kids’ Easter basket this year, we found some sugar-free  alternatives  to the traditional basket treats, including pastel pajamas and paper pinwheels. Does your family have a healthy Easter tradition, let us know what it is! …

This Sunday is Easter, which is THE day for family brunch. It’s a perfect time to share a bright and fun dish that will impress your loved ones. If you’re still deciding what to bring, we found some really cute and easy recipes that bring color ““ and fruit ““ to the table. Put a twist on the classic chocolate covered strawberries dessert with this recipe for Easter “carrot” strawberries. We love this elegant, fruity dessert perfect for spring. This Easter egg fruit pizza only takes 30 minutes to make and you can customize it…