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Health and Wellness Resources
Aging
Find resources related to healthy aging and Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
Create Better Health: Curriculum and Handouts
Find resources related to: food and meal preparation, food safety, reducing sugar etc.
Create Better Health: Free Recipe Booklets
Download a free cookbook. Titles Include:
Create Better Health (Utah SNAP-ED)
Food $ense (SNAP-Ed) connects program participants with the knowledge and skills they need for continued access to safe and healthy foods. Participants learn how to cook healthy meals on a budget, buy and prepare whole foods, read food labels, practice safety in the kitchen, and much more.
COVID-19 Resources
Resources available for preventing and managing the financial, physical, emotional, and social aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Marathon Kids
Marathon Kids is a national program with the mission to get all kids moving. Research shows when children participate in Marathon Kids, they have a better chance of getting the recommended amount of daily physical activity.
Stay Happy. Stay Healthy.
Provides tips and resources for staying connected, taking care of yourself, building and maintaining a healthy immune system, and following COVID-19 safety guidelines. Landing page for the more extensive USU Extension COVID-19 website.
USU Extension Nutrition
Your resource for unbiased, research-based nutrition answers. Our goal is to provide you with the food and nutrition knowledge, skills, and opportunities that you need to eat well and live a healthy life.
Physical Health and Wellness Articles
Is Strength Training Okay for Children?
The recommendation has different durations of physical activity depending on the age, but recommends that all youth engage in a variety of aerobic, muscle strengthening, and bone strengthening activities every day (DHHS, 2018).
Build a Strong Foundation with Functional Strength Training
A comprehensive fitness plan includes exercises that help build strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility because they build upon one another to improve our ability to do daily tasks and can improve overall health (National Institute on Aging, 2021).
Beyond Physical Fitness: The Benefits of Regular Exercise
Sticking with a regular exercise routine can be a challenge. However, engaging in regular physical activity has more benefits than just the ones you can see.
Dive into Better Health
Working out or playing in the water can be great for physical health. Swimming can help alleviate arthritis symptoms.
Staying Active Through the Summer
We have reached the summer months when children are free from school schedules and homework. However, studies show that during these months of freedom youth experience an increase in body mass index levels and a decrease in moderate to vigorous physical a
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders (EDs) are one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States, affecting 9% of Americans. Chances are, you may know someone suffering from an ED. This article will describe signs and symptoms of the most common EDs to help you be
Stretch Out of Your Comfort Zone
The health benefits of yoga include not only improvement in balance but also an increase in strength and flexibility. Implementing yoga into your everyday life can improve your overall health.
Strength Training for Senior Adults: A Key to Keeping Mobility and Independence
One study showed that 20 – 30 minutes of strength exercise per week has positive effects on risk factors for cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and osteoporosis.
Hiking: Assisting in the Pursuit of Peace Through Positive Work-Life Balance
According to a research study, hiking as a family activity has been proven to increase the amount of time made for family during down time, as well as positively benefit the social construct of the family unit for all members of the family.
Is Tai Chi for Me?
Many studies have now been conducted to provide us with the full scope of health benefits for those who practice Tai Chi on a regular basis. Let’s explore its many benefits and provide you with an idea of how it is done.
Electronic Use and Your Physical Health
For many, electronic use and social media have become a part of daily life. And while advancements in electronics have provided benefits, because of its ready access and subsequent social media use, we have not only seen an impact in the area of mental he
Jump In - The Waters Fine
Exercise is vital to maintain health and wellness, however, not all exercises are suitable for all people. Some people have limitations due to painful joints, degenerative muscles, or poor balance.