It finally looks as though spring has actually arrived in Utah, and just in time to celebrate National Garden Month. In this episode Utah State Extension Horticulturist Taun Beddes joins us to talk about the crazy weather we've had so far this spring, and how that might impact your garden preparation.

One of the easiest and most fun ways to eat better is by growing your own fresh produce. In this episode Kristi Strongo from Create Better Health, and Judy Sharpe from Utah DHHS, join us to talk about how individuals and families are getting free help to learn gardening skills, and how gardening can improve our nutrition.

To find your county extension office please visit https://extension.ou.usu.edu/locations

To find a TOP Star child care provider please visit https://heal.utah.gov/top-star-facilities

Every March we shift our focus to nutrition as we celebrate National Nutrition Month. In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl joins us as we take a look at Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, and how they can help all of us improve our health and meet our nutrition goals.  

We've heard about cholesterol over and over again, but it can be confusing. There's a good kind and a bad kind, but which is which, and why does it matter? In this episode DHHS HEAL dietician Laura Holtrop Kohl joins us to explain the basics of cholesterol, why it matters, and what we can do about it.

February is often a time we pay attention to affairs of the heart. In this episode we do just that when Danielle Forbes, Laura Holtrop Kohl, and Dr. Brett McIff from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, HEAL Program join us to discuss heart health, and how we can help keep our hearts happy for a lifetime.  

There's something about a fresh start or new beginning that helps boost our confidence and determination. However, when it comes to setting a new year resolution to get physically active, reality can sometimes weaken that determination. In this episode Dr. Brett McIff from the Utah DHHS HEAL Program joins us to offer some strategies to help stay on track and keep that resolution to be more active in 2023.

Prediabetes is a serious health condition that affects many Utahns. In this episode John Stuligross and  Maria Velasco from HEAL join us along with Leanne Raborn from Utah 211 to learn more about the services Utah 211 provides, and the unique partnership between HEAL and Utah 211 to offer help to Utahns in managing prediabetes and diabetes.

To learn more about the services available at Utah 211 please visit https://www.211utah.org

It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but if we're not careful it may not be so great for our waistline. In this episode Dr. Brett McIff, Laura Holtrop Kohl, Brenda Ralls, and Judy Sharpe join us to discuss navigating all the dinners, parties, and treats that are so abundant, and offer some ideas to indulge in healthier ways. 

Utah's food pantries are a lifeline for many families in the state, and at this time of year the need for donations is great. In this episode Brittney Johnson, Program Director for the USU Extension's Create Better Health Program, and Laura Holtrop Kohl from DHHS HEAL join us to discuss that need. We also talk about the importance of donating healthy foods, how you can learn what your local pantry is in need of, and the best ways to help.

You can find your local food pantry at: www.feedut.org

To locate the nearest USU Extension office please visit: https://extension.usu.edu/locations

Thanksgiving is almost here! Thanksgiving is all about family, food, and fun, but let's face it too much food can be more painful than fun. In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl, Brenda Ralls, Judy Sharpe and Brett McIff from the DHHS HEAL program join us to share ideas and tips to make your Thanksgiving celebration a little more healthy and more about the fun. Have a very happy Thanksgiving!