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January isn’t just about resolutions; it’s a chance to hit pause on alcohol and see what happens! Millions around the world take part in Dry January, a month-long challenge to...
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March is National Nutrition Month! Our WIC Program Director, Jennifer, is here to shed some insight on how to get your kids to eat fruits and veggies, as well as some tips to manage your own diet.
Head to the link in our bio to learn more and schedule an appointment with our WIC team.
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The Summit County rain barrel sale is live! Right now, Summit County residents can purchase a discounted rain barrel to collect rainwater at home for landscaping, gardening, and more. Each barrel comes with a locking lid, mosquito screen, and 3/4” valve that can be connected to a garden hose for easy setup.
Barrels will be distributed on Wednesday, May 6th at Mountain Regional Water. For more information, reach out to the Summit County Sustainability Division. To place your order, click the link in our bio.
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Colleen from our WIC team provides insight on some health tips for National Nutrition Month. Here`s what we learned:
- Many people are iron deficient. You can include more iron in your diet by eating more meat (fish, chicken, turkey, etc), cereal, bread, tortillas, rice, and pasta.
- You need sufficient Vitamin C in your daily diet to properly absorb iron.
- Practice mindful eating! You can do this by refraining from eating while watching TV or when on your computer.
Visit the link in our bio to learn more.
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Early and frequent smartphone use is linked to shorter sleep duration, disrupted circadian rhythms, and higher rates of anxiety and depression in adolescents. Notifications, social media, and nighttime screen exposure all interfere with healthy sleep, which is essential for mental health.
Better sleep starts with less screen time. Learn more by clicking the link in our bio.
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Physical activity benefits children in many ways. From brain health to bone health to heart health, getting enough movement is key! Learn more about the benefits of physical activity for kids and how to make it a part of their life by clicking the link in our bio. ...