wellness for the family

The Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency is hosting their 19th Super Saturday event in February. The event aims to help people connect with services and help they may need, and allows for community partners to meet with members of the community. People can meet with Traverse City organizations to find out what they offer. FMS Systems Coordinator for NMCAA Whitney Hahnenberg…

The beauty of using an Instant Pot is that it’s not only simple but you can always come up with new recipes that meet your desired taste and it’s not hard to create a health-conscious recipe the whole family can enjoy. That’s why registered dietician with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Shanthi Appelö has some simple at home recipes…

The werewolf, the carnivore, and the 5 bite – sounds like some weird combination of horror films, but what if we told you these are all diet trends? Michelle was back with registered dietitian Grace Derocha of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to learn about three diets that are shocking people across the world. Here is a break down…

Summer is coming to a close, but not before the last celebration before the school year kicks off. This weekend is Labor Day weekend and the festivities will be in full swing. We had registered dietitian Grace Derocha from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan on for more Wellness for the Family to talk all about some great dishes to…

Tomorrow is Celiac Disease Awareness Day and we had our dear friend of ‘the four’, Registered Dietitian from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Grace Derocha back in the Heritage House to talk to us all about what it means to have celiac and how to eat with the disease. There are nearly 300 symptoms that come along with having…

One of the best things about tailgating is the food. And if you’re looking for ideas, we’ve got some yummy, guilt-free options here! Slow cooker jalapeno popper soup Ingredients 1 tbsp. Butter ½ red bell pepper, diced ½ green bell pepper, diced ½ onion, chopped 3-4 jalapeño peppers, minced and de-seeded (depending on how spicy you like it – you…

With the holiday season upon us and Christmas less than a week away, you probably have a few holiday parties in your future. Michelle Dunaway and Grace Derocha show us some great party platter ideas for a fun and festive way to celebrate Christmas or ring in the New Year. Polar Express Festive Veggie Train with Feta Avocado Dip Ingredients:…