It's been nearly four years since we began this podcast spreading the word about the great work being done by first the EPICC Program at the Utah Department of Health, and now the HEAL Program at the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. It's been our pleasure over that time to share important and timely health information. As we share the final episode of our podcast we're grateful to you for giving us a little of your time and making the podcast possible. We hope you'll continue to enjoy our past episodes. Thank you!

Breastfeeding can be a challenge for mothers in many ways. In this episode Judy Sharpe from the DHHS HEAL Program joins us to discuss the many ways we can support moms, and how that can benefit us all.

The first thing that comes to mind when we hear the word nutrition may not be breastfeeding, but it is so important for our infants and babies. In this episode lactation consultants Ellen Lechtenberg and Judy Sharpe join us to discuss the ideal food custom made for our little ones.

Links mentioned in this episode:

Intermountain Moms: https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs

Stepping Up for Utah Babies: https://mihp.utah.gov/stepping-up-for-utah-babies

TOP Star Childcare Facilities: https://heal.utah.gov/top-star-facilities

It's Pioneer Day weekend in Utah and we're definitely in the hottest part of the year. In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl, Judy Sharpe, and Dr. Brett McIff from DHHS HEAL join us to discuss the importance of staying properly hydrated in the heat, and offer a few tips.

It's time to celebrate our Independence! In this episode Dr. Brenda Ralls, Laura Holtrop Kohl, Judy Sharpe, and Dr. Brett McIff from DHHS HEAL join us to discuss a few ideas to make this 4th of July weekend a little healthier as we enjoy all the family and fun.

In this episode we experience an unexpected, albeit peaceful coup as DHHS HEAL's Dr. Brett McIff turns the tables on the host to lead a Men's Health Month discussion on media, and how it can play a role in men's health.

June is here and with it comes Men's Health Month. In this episode Dr. Brett McIff joins us to discuss how men can often be their own worst enemy when it comes to their health, and how a little knowledge and understanding can go a long way toward healthy change.

Whether it's work, shopping or running errands we all need to get places. In this episode Dr. Brett McIff and Brenda Ralls from the Utah DHHS HEAL Program join us to discuss the benefits of combining our travels with physical activity. We also chat about how our Utah communities have made active transportation more safe and convenient by building miles of scenic trails throughout the state.

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports month and in this episode Dr. Brett McIff from the Utah DHHS HEAL Program joins us to share his top ten reasons not to workout. Wait... what? Yep, not to work out. After all, why would we care about having energy and feeling good? It's a fun tongue-in-cheek look at the importance of being active.

Why should you make the effort to grow your own produce when it's so easy to just go to the grocery store? You might be surprised to learn how much a garden has to offer. In this episode USU Extension Horticulturist Taun Beddes joins us, along with Laura Holtrop Kohl and Dr. Brett McIff from DHHS HEAL, to discuss all the unexpected ways gardening benefits us and our families.

If you're looking for a little help with your garden the Extension has the answers you're looking for. https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/index