Healthy Habits

02/17/2026

What to eat during chemo….

02/13/2026

At the doctor’s this month. Check out for a great article I was an expert voice for

02/10/2026

Want to save money on groceries without clipping coupons? What if you could make the food you already bought last way longer?

Registered Dietitian Shaye Arluk says food spoilage isn’t about poor quality—it’s about oxygen, moisture, ethylene gas, and temperature. When you control those four things, you can extend the life of your food by 30–50% 🙌

🥬 Game-changing tips to keep food fresh longer:
✔️ Store herbs properly and they can last almost two extra weeks
✔️ Wrap the tops of bananas to slow browning by five more days
✔️ Store ripe avocados submerged in water in the fridge for up to 10 extra days
✔️ Keep grains and beans in airtight containers, they can last 3–5 years
✔️ Place dairy, fruits, leafy greens, and herbs toward the back of the fridge (not the door!)
✔️ Use your freezer! Frozen fruits and veggies last 6 months to a year and often have higher nutrient density

🧊 Bonus tip: Every time you open the fridge, light and heat rush in—so food stored in the door spoils faster.

📍 Want to learn more?
Shaye Arluk, a cancer survivor who focuses on how food fuels the body, hosts:
• In-person talks: Third Tuesday of each month, 10–11 a.m.
• Virtual sessions: 6–7 p.m.
📍 Sentara Brock Cancer Center, Norfolk

🙏 Thanks to WTKR TV-3's Erin Miller for her coverage!
👉 Check out their full story at the link in the first comment.

02/05/2026

What’s in your smoothie this morning??

02/04/2026

Are you or a family member or friend going through cancer treatments? Join me next week to find out how to decrease the terrible side effects of treatment

02/04/2026

Plant-forward eating focuses on affordable staples like beans, lentils, and seasonal produce, keeping grocery bills low while boosting nutrition. Research shows that eating mostly plants can lower inflammation and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and even certain cancers.

Small changes can make a big difference for both your health and your household budget. 💚🥗

01/23/2026

01/21/2026

Perfectly flavored veggies every-time💕🥦

01/19/2026

What do all these have in common? They all are high ethylene gas producers. Which is great to put your banana next to your avocado to ripen quickly but not great if you have greens, herbs, or berries nearby. Separate the gas producers from your more perishable produce and decrease food spoilage!

01/07/2026

Want your ripe avocados to last longer?? Put them in a bowl of cold water in your fridge. They will keep their beautiful green insides for days!

12/19/2025

You don’t have to skip your traditional favorites to still fight disease