Nutrition and wellness educator Kristin Bogdonas provides timely news, information, ideas to promote healthy living in the Quad Cities and beyond. Wellness Wake Up Call is produced by WVIK in partnership with University of Illinois Extension.
Pigmented phytochemicals—natural compounds responsible for the vibrant colors in fruits and vegetables—offer significant health benefits. Learn more about them and how they can support your overall well-being.
Are you getting 150 minutes of physical activity each week? This recommendation may seem impossible during the winter months so here are a few helpful tips to maximize your time during Family Fit Month this January.
Are you looking for fun ways to stay active and maintain a healthy weight amidst all of your festive favorites? Tune in for simple ways to move more and keep those tinsel toes moving this holiday season!
Tune in for creative ideas to encourage wellness-focused goals in your loved ones through thoughtful holiday gifts and inspire long-lasting positive habits in the year to come!
Right before or in between holidays, it's an excellent time to go through the pantry and refrigerator, do a deep clean, and throw out items that are no longer safe to eat. Lisa Peterson, nutrition and wellness educator, shares tips for keeping the fridge and food safe during the holiday season...