I am a Registered Nurse and I have been in the health care field in both clinical practice and health education for over thirty years. I am also a registered health information administrator and a certified professional hospital risk manager. …
Who said healthy snacking can’t be done? By Chloe’ Rogers
Admit it, we all LOVE to eat! Food is embedded into our culture and we include it in everything we do— holidays, birthdays, social gatherings, etc. But what about the in-between times— the times when it is after breakfast, but…
Adolescents and Stress By Victor Chijioke
Feeling stressed is a normal response for anyone who is faced with danger, uncertainty, or a higher expectation for performance. However, when stress becomes overwhelming, it can lead to physical and mental health issues. Stress can stem from demands of…
BALANCE- It is EVERTHING! By Joyceann Musel-Winn
How many times have you asked yourself, “Can I stay on the beam?” or “Can I stick the landing?” We are challenged with “BALANCE” in many ways in our daily lives How about thirst? Thirst is our body’s signal that…
Denton Gymnasts Honored by Texas Chapter of USA Gymnastics
Twenty-three gymnasts from Denton Gymnastics Academy will be recognized for a total of 69 state, regional, area and national awards at the annual Texas USA Gymnastics banquet on June 28 in Irving, TX. Those honored include Alexis Stokes, who qualified…
Nutrition Basics
Dr. Marilyn Massey-Stokes holds many credentials in the field of health education, wellness and nutrition, including a Doctorate of Higher Education (EdD), Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), Fellow–American School Health Association (FASHA), Certified Wellness Coach (CWC), Certified Health Coach (CHC).…