November 2015

  • Humble Christmas Parade

    Humble Christmas Parade The City of Humble’s 24th Annual Christmas Parade of the Lights is taking place December 2 at 6:30 pm. The parade route begins at the railroad tracks on Main Street and will preceded east, turning left on Avenue H. This amazing event has grown into one of the largest “small town” parades in all of…
  • Healthy Eats For Thanksgiving

    Healthy Eats For Thanksgiving Let’s face reality. Thanksgiving isn’t the time for holding back, food-wise. Between the deep-fried turkeys, heaps of pumpkin pie and whipped cream, and a plethora of buttery biscuits, there’s many options come feasting time. But consider this factoid: according to the Calorie Control Council, gobblers “may consume more than 4.500 calories and a whopping 229…
  • Safety Food Tips For Cooking Your Thanksgiving Meal

    Safety Food Tips For Cooking Your Thanksgiving Meal This Thanksgiving as you prepare the dishes for your family to feast upon, be sure you are aware of vital safety tips that can protect you and your family from any food related illnesses. Although constantly overlooked, things such as using the proper cooking temperatures, and preventing cross-contamination are extremely important. Be sure the only…
  • The Secret to a Healthy Holiday

    The Beat

    As the holiday season approaches, so do all the parties and gatherings full of yummy drinks, foods, and desserts. Be proactive instead of reactive this year and avoid the traditional holiday weight gain. Neighbors Emergency Center’s Dr. Chilton was featured on We Are Austin this week to discuss the all of the Holiday Diet and Exercise Do’s and Don’ts.

  • Get Your Pizza Fix, Without Being Weighed Down

    Whats Cooking

    Pizza is one of America’s favorite foods. We can find a rendition of the classic Italian food almost anywhere. From restaurants and school cafeterias to entire aisles at the grocery store. Pizza has never had the connotation of being a healthy food, but do you know just how much the nutritional value affects those who eat it?

  • The Secret to a Good Night’s Sleep

    Health and Fitness

    You’ve had a long day and you’re wiped out. After work, the kids, and dinner, it’s finally time to head to bed and get some shut eye. But why, now that it’s time to cash in on your exhaustion, can you not sleep? After struggling to fall asleep, or tossing and turning all night, we end up getting only a portion of the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep. And so begins a vicious cycle of running on a low sleep deficit. Try these tips and tricks to help yourself fall asleep–and stay asleep.

  • Neighbors News and Events

    Neighbors Emergency Center

    Join Neighbors Emergency Center at the La Porte By the Bay Half Marathon. This is the highest off-the-ground half marathon in Texas. The Race begins at 7:30am on Sunday November 15, 2015 and will take place at the Fred Hartman Bridge, Baytown, TX 77520.

  • Healthy Crockpot Recipes

    Whats Cooking

    It’s the time of year again to break out your crockpot. Slow cook meals are delicious, require few ingredients and best of all allow you to “set-it and forget-it.” Slow cooked crockpot meals are a great way to to enjoy home cooking while saving both your money and your calories. Here are some yummy recipes, all under 375 calories, from myfitnesspal to get you started in slow cooker paradise.

  • 5 Foods to Avoid for Better Health

    Health and Fitness

    We all love to splurge every now and then, but some foods are so unhealthy that they should be put on the shelf permanently. Here are five items that you should avoid for better health, and alternatives that replace them in nutritional value.

  • Neighbors News and Events

    Thumbnail Pleasure Island Bridge Half Marathon Join the cause in the national fight against obesity at the Pleasure Island Bridge Half Marathon. The event will take place this Saturday, November 7th at 7 am in Pleasure Island, Port Arthur, TX 77642. In addition there will be a Moore for Kids 10K and the Kinsel Ford 2…
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