What is the number one cause of death throughout the world? For more than two decades, the leading killer in the world has been heart disease. Because of that, the month of February has been renamed American Heart Month. “February is a time that allows us to bring awareness to heart health, as people do not always understand the seriousness of it,” said Dr. Stacy Goddard, … [Read more...] about Protecting the beat
Black History Month is a time to stop and pay tribute to the contributions African Americans have made to the United States. One of the ways Missouri State is paying tribute is by uplifting Black voices who are making a difference in their community. Dr. Ashley Payne, assistant professor of psychology at Missouri State University, created a mentorship program for local black … [Read more...] about Black Girl Talks impact community
When it comes to diet and nutrition, there seems to be plenty of myths and misinformation – especially online. For example, don’t eat carbs if you want to lose weight or go on a detox diet to cleanse your body. Trying to figure out what’s true or not can be challenging. Addressing a few of these myths is registered dietitian Natalie Allen. She’s also clinical assistant … [Read more...] about Dietitian debunks some nutrition myths
The start of the new year presents a fresh start for many people. For some, that means setting wellness goals for a healthier future. The key to a successful start, according to Evonne Bird, is setting realistic, achievable goals. Bird is a certified exercise physiologist and national board-certified health and wellness coach in the McQueary College of Health and Human Services … [Read more...] about How to jumpstart your wellness goals for the new year
Why’s it important to eat breakfast? Besides the usual items like cereal, oatmeal and yogurt, what options should you try? Natalie Allen, registered dietitian and clinical assistant professor in the department of public health and sports medicine at Missouri State University, shares some insights with Lawn Love. … [Read more...] about Why’s eating breakfast important?