A recipe for quinoa pizza bites with oven-roasted tomato sauce just in time for summer
Want something good to feed your kids this summer? Try this recipe for quinoa pizza bites. The Windham/Raymond Cooking Club shows us how easy they are to make.
Why is summer a really important time to donate blood?
Have you thought about being a blood donor? There's no time like right now. Here's why WHO and the American Red Cross encourage us to donate during the summer.
A man’s guide to a happy, healthy and long life
Men — this podcast is all about you! We want you to have a long and healthy life, so we've got lots of useful tips for you. It's because we love you AND it's Men's Health Week.
What about mushrooms? Are they good for you?
Are mushrooms good for you? The quick answer is yes, but many people don't give them a chance. Read about some of the benefits and try a recipe for mushroom sliders.
Is it safe to wear nail polish?
Some brands of nail polish DO contain potentially toxic chemicals. Read how you can check the safety of your favorite polish.
Why Dr. Jeanne Donlevy Arnold donated $2 million dollars to her alma mater — St. Joseph’s College
Thirty years after graduating from St. Joseph's College In Standish, Maine, Jeanne Donlevy Arnold gave her alma mater $2 million. Here's why.
How Nicole Petit lives with diabetes. Part one: The diagnosis
Nicole Petit has had diabetes since she was nine. There are always challenges but she still manages to live a life full of love, determination, and adventure.
No questions asked. There’s more to honey than its remarkable flavors
The ways honeybees are good for us can't be contained in a nutshell. That's what Phil Gaven from The Honey Exchange says. He also shares the goodness of honey.
What exactly is gluten? And can I lose weight if I give it up?
Lots of people seem to be giving up gluten. Should you? What exactly is it and is it true that you can lose weight if you give it up? Answers from a nutrition expert.
What you need to know about life-threatening eating disorders
Dr. Patrice Lockhart, medical director of the New England Eating Disorders Program at Sweetser, talks about risks, symptoms, and treatment of eating disorders.
After suffering an aneurysm in her brain, Amy Paquette finally got her life back again
One in 50 people in the U.S. has a brain aneurysm, including Amy Paquette. She shares her story of recovery to give hope and encouragement to others.
Tips on making the perfect healthy and delicious smoothie
Lisa Sharp, who owns Peachy's Smoothie Cafe, shares one of her recipes and some tips for making your own perfect smoothies.
Is a daily multivitamin “worth it”?
Do you take a multivitamin every day? Is it necessary? Registered dietitian Andrea Paul gives us her answer.
How the town of Gorham intends to become the happiest, healthiest community in Maine
The happiest, healthiest town in Maine? That's what's in the works for Gorham. Learn how the initiative got started and how the town hopes to reach its goal.
How to cook asparagus fresh from the garden
It's asparagus season and thanks to my husband Barry, this wonderful vegetable grows right in our backyard. Learn how to cook it to perfection.
Silly’s Restaurant serves us a recipe for Imperial Thai Fighter
Colleen Kelley, who owns Silly's Restaurant, likes to serve a well-rounded menu. She shares a chicken recipe with us that she calls Imperial Thai Fighter.
What is an advance directive and why should you have one?
Joan Lunden got personal at a recent Hospice of Southern Maine Conference. The topic was advance directives — something Joan wished her mother had filled out.
Help! Why can’t I get a decent night’s sleep?
Have insomnia? Sleep specialist Dr. Christopher Hughes talks about common causes and how to break the cycle. Listen to our podcast.
In honor of Mother’s Day — a special grandmother’s recipe for piccalilli relish
I asked a friend to share a recipe for Mother's Day. She gave me an old family recipe for piccalilli relish and also gave the gift of her grandmother's story.
How bad are digital screens (computer monitors, tablets, smartphones) for your vision?
How bad are digital screens for our eyes? Optometrist Tim Kearins considers two angles — the effect on vision and how they may increase the risk of eye disease.
Which is better — going to a personal trainer or taking a group exercise class?
You want to get some exercise but you can't decide whether to see a trainer or take a class. Does it matter? I asked personal trainer Andy Wight.
Inspired to be a teacher in a children’s hospital
When Abby Snyder learned that The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital needed a teacher, she jumped at the opportunity. Five years later, she still loves her job.
Scallops pan-seared with chilled corn cream, smoked potatoes, and north country bacon, compliments of Tiqa
Wondering what to do with that pound of scallops? Bo Byrne, executive chef at Tiqa, in Portland, Maine, shares a delish pan-seared scallop recipe from Spain.
Throat scratchy? Sneezing? Is it a cold or do you have an allergy?
With spring comes allergies for some people. Allergy symptoms are often similar to cold symptoms. How can you tell the difference? Catching Health has the answer.
The latest in vein treatments — from spider to varicose to deep vein thrombosis
Vein disease is one of the most common health problems in the United States. Learn about the latest treatments in this podcast with Dr. Cindy Asbjornsen.
Pan Seared Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc, compliments of Fuel
Here's a delicious recipe for seared salmon from the popular French restaurant Fuel. It's also wicked good for you!
What’s more dangerous, tanning sprays or tanning beds?
Tanning beds are risky, but what about tanning sprays? Pathologist Dr. Katy Linskey gives us the answer.
Dread growing old? It’s time to get a move on!
Feeling old? Not as strong or agile or flexible as you once were? Take it from me and a couple of experts, get a move on and you'll feel a whole lot better.
Cultivating your life force energy by practicing Qigong
How does the thought of less stress and more vitality sound to you? If you're yearning for both, you might want to learn the ancient Chinese practice of Qigong.
A recipe for Build-Your-Own Stir Fry Bowls
As they try to be healthier, more people are eating plant-based meals. Build-Your-Own Stir Fry Bowls are fun for the whole family to make, especially the kids.
How will I get enough protein and other questions about going vegan
Thinking about switching to a plant-based diet? Avery Yale Kamila has some tips for you. She's a freelance food writer and the mom of a healthy vegan toddler.