Check out the Sept. 2021 Be Well newsletter from EMI. Stories include:
- Grains: The Whole Truth - If you love oatmeal, brown rice and whole-grain bread, you’re in luck. Whole-grain foods are fiber- rich, loaded with vitamins and good for overall health. However, most Americans choose refined grains (such as white bread or white rice) instead of nutrient- dense whole-grain options.
- Get ready for the 2021-2022 flu season - Everyone should receive a yearly flu vaccine starting at age six months. Vaccination not only protects you from potential serious illness — it also helps reduce the strain on our health care systems. The safety of flu vaccines is backed by 50 years of extensive research. Get updates at cdc.gov/flu/prevent/vaccinations.htm.
- Food Close to Home - Supporting local farmers has gained momentum in the past ten years. Here’s what you need to know about buying locally grown food. Local food doesn’t always have a predetermined distance, but it’s generally accepted that it’s produced within your area or state. From fresh produce to locally raised meat, choosing local has several benefits. It helps create jobs and economic growth in your community, helps the environment by decreasing the carbon footprint, and builds relationships between food growers and consumers.
- Understanding Teens - Teenagers go through massive changes, and their developing brains don’t fully mature until their mid- twenties. Check out a quick guide to what constitutes typical teen behavior, and red flags for serious problems.
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