A Way to HEAL, Utah

It makes some sad and others happy, but it's time to go back to school. In all the preparation getting our kids back to school requires, it's important to remember that in order for our students to be successful they need to be physically and mentally prepared to learn. In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl and Judy Sharpe from the DHHS HEAL Program join us to talk about how nutrition is so important...

Fresh fruits and veggies are back! One of the great things about August is the return of Farmers Markets in Utah, giving us access to all the fantastic fresh produce from our Utah farmers. In this episode Hannah Martin and Laura Holtrop Kohl join us to talk about Farmers Markets, and some of the great incentive programs available to use at the markets.  To find a Farmers Market near you pleas...

We always want the best for our children. August is World Breastfeeding Week and Utah Breastfeeding Month, and serves as a reminder of how important the best nutrition is for our babies. In this episode Judy Sharpe and Nickee Andjelic join us for a discussion on the numerous benefits breastfeeding provides not just for our babies, but also for moms, the environment and more.

Winter inversions in Utah are well known for the poor air quality they can bring, but air quality isn't just a winter issue. In this episode Danielle Forbes from the HEAL Program, and Savannah Smith from the DHHS Asthma Program join us to discuss how our summer air quality can also be a problem, and what we can do about it. To check the current air quality please visit https://deq.utah.gov/divisio...

As many of us head out on fun road trips, vacations and camping this summer it's good to remember that while we don't have to be perfect eaters on vacation, we also shouldn't totally abandon nutrition. In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl from the DHHS HEAL Program joins us to talk about ways we can have some of the yummy vacation treats we enjoy so much without forgetting the fruits and veggies.&nb...

Independence Day is upon us and we're heading into a promising weekend of fun celebrating America. In this episode Brett McIff, Laura Holtrop Kohl, and Brenda Ralls from the DHHS HEAL Program join us to share ideas for making this 4th of July weekend healthy and safe while we're having a great time with family and friends.

Most people are aware that in the process of preparing or handling food there is a certain amount of waste, but the actual amount of wasted food may be much greater than most of us realize. In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl from the HEAL Program, and Adam Kreisel from Waste Less Solutions join us to talk about this issue, the great work they're doing to rescue potentially wasted food, and how the...

Men's Health Month can be a not so pleasant reminder that men are not  always the best at taking care of themselves. In this episode Dr. Brett  McIff joins us to discuss men's health. It may surprise you to know  there is one thing men seem to be better at than women when it comes to  taking self care. Check out this episode to learn what that is! :)

A prominent headline in the news lately has been the shortage of baby formula. In this episode Becky Hurst-Davis and Laura Rowbury from Intermountain Healthcare join us along with Nickee Andjelic and Judy Sharpe from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services to discuss the formula shortage, and share some thoughts on the ideal solution of breastfeeding and the advantages it provides. For mo...

It seems the only reliable thing about the nature of COVID is how differently it affects the people that have it. Some who have had COVID are able to get right back into their workout routine seemingly without missing a beat. However, for others returning to activity, or becoming active, can be more of a struggle. In this episode Dr. Brett McIff joins us to discuss what we've learned so far about...

There are so many reasons to get out and get active in May. Yes, May is National Physical Fitness & Sports Month, but the best reason to get out and get active this month is how great it will make you feel! In this episode Dr. Brett McIff joins us to talk about some of the many reasons we should all be outside getting active, enjoying spring, and moving more this May. 

It will likely surprise many to learn that a majority of pregnancies in Utah occur in women with poor heart health. In this episode Nickee Andjelic from the Maternal & Infant Care Program at the Utah Department of Health, and Judy Harris with the HEAL Program join us to talk about the challenges of pregnancy in women with poor heart health, and what can be done to help. For more information pl...

It's that time of year to be planning and preparing your garden. In today's episode Utah State University Extension Horticulturalist, Taun Beddes joins us once again to discuss a few things to consider as you decide what crops you might want to grow this year. You can find the garden prep podcast we reference in the episode at https://anchor.fm/bob-epicc/episodes/The-EPICC-Podcast-Its-Time-to-Gard...

The Rx Park Rx Day GooseChase Challenge is your opportunity to get out, get social, and get active this spring. In today's episode Dr. Brett McIff from the UDOH HEAL Program, and Sarah Kinnison from Park Rx Utah join us to deliver your prescription for getting out and getting active this spring. You could also win a prize. So get out there and have fun! Doctor's orders! For more information on the...

Spring has finally arrived and as you start spending more time outside don't forget your garden! The benefits of gardening are many. Did you know some research shows that just coming into contact with the soil could make you happier? In this episode Utah State University Extension Horticulturalist, Taun Beddes joins us to discuss how gardening benefits us in so many ways. To learn more about the s...

A decade ago the U.S. Department of Agriculture replaced the food pyramid with MyPlate. MyPlate teaches that the benefits of healthy eating add up over time, bite by bite. In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl and Judy Harris join us to talk about MyPlate, and how it can easily be adapted to a variety of foods. To learn more about MyPlate please visit myplate.gov.

Every March during National Nutrition Month we take the opportunity to focus a little more closely on how important nutrition is to our health, but how often do we think about nutrition for the most vulnerable in our society? In this episode Nickee Andjelic and Judy Harris, from the Utah Department of Health, join us to talk about nutrition for infant babies, and the assistance offered by the Step...

Making sure we get regular physical activity can be a challenge if it causes discomfort, after all exercise is supposed to make us feel better right? In this episode Laura Holtrop Kohl joins to talk about ways we can feel a little better as we exercise, and make our workouts more effective through nutrition. 

Utah State University is accepting applications now for their Master's of Public Health Program (MPH). In this episode Mateja Savoie Roskos and Casey Coombs from the USU MPH program join us, along with Judy Harris from the UDOH HEAL Program, to talk about all the different options available to MPH students, and the many professional applications for graduates of the program. For more information a...

February is known as a month of romance, but it's also the month we get to look at affairs of the heart in a different light. February is American Heart Month, and an opportunity to focus on heart health. In this episode John Stuligross and Danielle Forbes from the HEAL Program join us to discuss the importance of hypertension awareness, and some of the ways we can show a little love to our heart.

It happens for so many people every new year. It's that resolution to get active and get fit, but anther common resolution is to eat better. In this episode Judy Harris and Brenda Ralls join us to talk about strategies for improving our nutrition, and why it's so important.

Here we are half-way through January already, and for those who set fitness goals for the new year the reality is that those goals may be a little painful. It's easy to overdue it when we begin or change a workout routine only experience muscle pain in the following days. In this episode Dr. Brett McIff joins us to discuss why we get sore, and what we can do to help the pain.

From daily COVID cases to obesity rates, we hear a lot of numbers and data coming from public health. How do we know the data, and where does all this information come from? In this episode Brenda Ralls, one of the HEAL epidemiologists, and Dr. Brett McIff join us to help us understand how we know what we know, and how the data is collected.

It can be so hard to maintain healthy habits during the holiday season when it's cold out and we're surrounded by so many tempting but not so good for you foods. In this episode Judy Harris, Laura Kohl, and Dr. Brett McIff join us to discuss strategies for making you holiday a little more active and healthy. We hope you all have a very Merry Christmas!

Winter is upon us, and in this episode Dr. Brett McIff from the Utah Department of Health, Healthy Environments Active Living (HEAL) Program joins us to discuss balance training and other strategies we can use to prevent slips and falls as we get out and get active this winter.