Savor the Flavor of Eating Right
Herbs and spices can add extra flavor to your favorite dishes, without adding extra calories, sodium or fat.
Read MoreAbove the Bar
Breakfast bars can taste just like cookies, but are they a healthy breakfast option? WELLAWARE dietetics intern Lori Bohnenstiehl finds out.
Read MoreHave Your Bread – And Eat It, Too!
Most people find themselves asking “Should I eat bread?” Boone Hospital WELLAWARE dietetics intern Sherry Mankofsky has the answer.
Read MoreThe Foundation C.A.R.E.s
Shirley Brown had been in pain for a year when she was recommended to visit orthopedic surgeon Benjamin Holt, MD. What started as a dull hip pain had progressed to at times excruciating pain.
Read MoreMeet the WELLAWARE Fitness Center’s “Social Director”
If you work out at Boone Hospital’s WELLAWARE Fitness Center, chances are you know Lois Sellmeyer. Lois is 92 and has worked out at the gym three days a week for the last 17 years. She is known for her outgoing and friendly demeanor and has made lots of friends during her time at the gym. She’s even been nicknamed the “social director” by WELLAWARE staff.
Read MoreHealthy Eating: Am I Doing It Right?
A healthy, balanced diet isn’t just good for weight loss; it can give you energy, keep your body in good working condition and enhance your workouts. You may have resolved to eat healthier this year but don’t know where to begin or what you really need to do to eat healthy. Boone Hospital WELLAWARE registered dietitians Jennifer Anderson (listed as JA), Kelsie Knerr (KK) and Jennifer Tveitnes (JT) answered our questions.
Read More7/9/16 – Columbia ARC A1C Health Screenings
Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for hemoglobin A1C, blood pressure and body composition at Activity & Recreation Center (ARC) in Columbia. No fasting or registration is required.
Read More4/4/16 – Boonslick Heartland YMCA Health Screening
Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at Boonslick Heartland YMCA in Boonville, Mo. No registration is required.
Read More6/28/16 – Food Pantry A1C Health Screenings
Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for hemoglobin A1C, blood pressure and BMI at The Food Pantry in Columbia. No registration is required.
Read More6/14/16 – Boone County Family Resources Health Screening
Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at Boone County Family Resources in Columbia. No registration is required.
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