One of the most important tools I can think of when it comes to changing ones entire nutritional lifestyle is changing how one looks at food. I, like so many others, have always thought of food in the terms of hungry, full, or not hungry. Basically, food was only viewed as something to fill me.
As Downtown Reedley prepares for its 14th annual Taste of the Town event on September 16, the Reedley Downtown Association (RDA) is excited about this year’s offering, which includes 20 vendors and music by Blues band Star Choice.
This has been a fun summer for dog lovers in the area. There have been plenty of dog events and activities to participate in.
Since I began writing this Going Green column a few months ago, I’ve focused on the need for recycling in our communities. This month I would like to take a different approach and present some ideas from a more ‘green’ perspective. Our Recycling Coordinators at Sunset Waste compiled a list of A to Z green tips which I am sharing with you.
Healthy eating. What does that mean anymore? Fat used to be the culprit, then carbohydrates, then calories, now it’s additives. I’m going to go with additives for now. Why? Because it’s the new thing? No; because, as someone who believes in science, it makes the most sense.
Here in the San Joaquin Valley, we are surrounded by a wealth of natural wonders. From the majestic Sierra Nevada to the breathtaking Pacific Ocean, we have access to some incredible opportunities…
As summer starts to wind down, people continue to flock to the Kings River to find relief from the heat and have fun. The opportunities on the River are numerous and many are very close to home.
House-training can be one of the most daunting aspects of owning a dog but it is always worth the effort. There are many techniques so it may be hard to choose which you want to use. I found the best method for my dogs and me through research followed by trial and error.
I can’t pinpoint exactly when food became my oldest frenemy. I come from the “Clean your plate” club, was a member of the “You can’t have a cookie till you eat all your vegetables” association, and sat on the board of “You’d be so pretty if you weren’t fat” INC.
So you and your dog have completed a basic manners class? You may be wondering what’s next as far as training your dog. What activities are there to get involved in? Training doesn’t end with basic manners, but it does give you the skills you need…
