North Americans eat less than half the fiber they should be eating. That’s a shame; in recent years, fiber, or indigestible plant matter, has been shown to have tons of health benefits. It tricks your body into thinking it’s full so you don’t overeat. It lowers cholesterol and blood sugar levels. It can reduce the…
Insomnia is an incredibly common problem in the US. The most common causes are stress and anxiety. Many of us can’t help the hectic natures of our day-to-day lives, but there are still some easy things you can do to help get to sleep and stay asleep. Stick to a Regular Bedtime Schedule – Go…
On Thursday, June 12, Neighbors Emergency Center helped out with Brighter Bites program. Through Brighter Bites, underprivileged Houston schoolchildren and their families receive fresh fruits and vegetables courtesy of the Houston Food Bank. Both the children and their parents learn about nutrition through educational programs conducted by the UT School of Public Health so that…
Neighbors Emergency Center Sponsors Pearland Crawfish Festival This year, Neighbors sponsored the annual Pearland Crawfish Festival and contributed to the fun by setting up a tent with various giveaways. The proceeds of the festival benefit the Pearland, Alvin, and Ft. Bend Education Foundations, as well as the Ft. Bend Youth Sports and the Houston Blues…
I’m a huge fan of make-ahead lunches. When you work full time (or simply have a crazy busy schedule) it can be hard to stick to eating healthy. When you’re in a hurry, the temptation of the drive thru window is strong. Having your lunch made ahead of time makes it easier to make smart…
As the temperature rises, the thought of exercise can give some the chills. When you’re already sweating, it doesn’t seem logical to get out there and make yourself sweat even more. Many people tend to fall off their fitness wagon in the summertime, making it that much more difficult to jump back into a routine…
North Americans eat less than half the fiber they should be eating. That’s a shame; in recent years, fiber, or indigestible plant matter, has been shown to have tons of health benefits. It tricks your body into thinking it’s full so you don’t overeat. It lowers cholesterol and blood sugar levels. It can reduce the…
Insomnia is an incredibly common problem in the US. The most common causes are stress and anxiety. Many of us can’t help the hectic natures of our day-to-day lives, but there are still some easy things you can do to help get to sleep and stay asleep. Stick to a Regular Bedtime Schedule – Go…
On Thursday, June 12, Neighbors Emergency Center helped out with Brighter Bites program. Through Brighter Bites, underprivileged Houston schoolchildren and their families receive fresh fruits and vegetables courtesy of the Houston Food Bank. Both the children and their parents learn about nutrition through educational programs conducted by the UT School of Public Health so that…
Neighbors Emergency Center Sponsors Pearland Crawfish Festival This year, Neighbors sponsored the annual Pearland Crawfish Festival and contributed to the fun by setting up a tent with various giveaways. The proceeds of the festival benefit the Pearland, Alvin, and Ft. Bend Education Foundations, as well as the Ft. Bend Youth Sports and the Houston Blues…
I’m a huge fan of make-ahead lunches. When you work full time (or simply have a crazy busy schedule) it can be hard to stick to eating healthy. When you’re in a hurry, the temptation of the drive thru window is strong. Having your lunch made ahead of time makes it easier to make smart…
As the temperature rises, the thought of exercise can give some the chills. When you’re already sweating, it doesn’t seem logical to get out there and make yourself sweat even more. Many people tend to fall off their fitness wagon in the summertime, making it that much more difficult to jump back into a routine…