October 2014

  • Try Some Unique and Creative Treats This Halloween!

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    Whether you’re hosting your own Halloween party, bringing bites and snacks to a friend’s pumpkin carving party, or if you are just tired of giving out the same old candy like you do every year, Neighbors is here with a few crafty, but surprisingly simple treats you can make easily to liven up your Halloween this year! Don’t worry – they don’t involve flax seed or wheat germ, but they are healthier substitutes for many Halloween candy staples.

  • Stay Fit Even in the Work Place!

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    Everyone struggles with staying fit and healthy these days, but 8 hour work days in offices or cubicles can make that struggle ten times worse. Neighbors has some suggestions that will not only help you stay fit, you can also avoid long term physical and health issues just by doing these few simple things for a little bit everyday at work.

  • Neighbors in the Community

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    Neighbors Emergency Center is always happy to participate in community events and meet the people who we treat and serve. The month of September was very busy for us. If you see us at your community event, come by and say hello.

  • The Power of the Sweet Potato

    NEC_What'sCookingBlog_02 Fall is here, and that means the glorious tuber known as the sweet potato is in season. The sweet potato is very healthy, as long as they aren’t covered in brown sugar and marshmallows. Sweet potatoes have wonderful health benefits. They are high in vitamins B6, C, and D. They are also a good source…
  • Is the Paleo diet right for you?

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    By now, you’ve probably heard about the Paleo Diet, or you even have a friend who follows it religiously. Even though you may be familiar with it, you may not know much about it. Here is the quick and dirty break down of this popular nutrition plan. Always consult your doctor before beginning a new…

  • Culture and Business Come Together

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    This past September, Pasadena hosted its Livestock Show & Rodeo. Always aware that community is one of the most important parts of life, Neighbors jumped at the opportunity to support this incredible local tradition. From a beauty pageant to a trail ride to the generosity of the scholarships given and the diverse number of livestock shown, Pasadena celebrated its culture for the whole month of September (and the tail end of August, too), culminating in an epic chili cook off. Neighbors was there as a proud sponsor; we even brought our billboard truck!

  • 5 Healthier Versions of Unhealthy Foods

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    Everyone is familiar with the classics like baking chicken instead of frying it and replacing salt with herbs and seasonings for flavor, but what about other ways to make the otherwise unhealthy foods we love better for us? If only to feel less guilty or to try and live a healthier lifestyle, here are some new recipes for you to try at home to make your eating habits a bit better for your body!

  • Vitamin D Spotlight

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    If you’re like many Americans, you don’t spend enough time outside or, when you do go outside, you use sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher. Though that is good for your skin, it does put you at risk for a Vitamin D deficiency, a.k.a. “hypovitaminosis D”. Over time, this can lead to lower moods, increased risk of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, cognitive impairment later in life, and even cancer! But don’t worry: Neighbors Emergency Center is here with some simple solutions.

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