How to Make Crunchy Garlic Chili Oil
You don’t have to rely on expensive store-bought jars to get that crunch and heat. With just a handful of pantry ingredients and about 15 minutes, you can make your own chili garlic crunch oil at home.
How to Help Your Child Build Confidence
Our children's self-esteem can be fragile, especially in a world so driven by social media. Modeling confidence as a parent can help children build their own.
What are the Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar?
Apple cider vinegar has been believed to have health benefits for thousands of years. But does it? Let’s take a look.
From First Tooth to First Checkup: What You Should Know Before Your Child’s First Dental Visit
Preparing for your child’s first trip to the dentist includes scheduling early checkups and doing what you can to alleviate stress in your child before the appointment.
When Healthy Becomes Harmful: How to Identify Unhealthy Eating and Exercise Habits
Eating nutritious foods and exercising regularly are important elements of a balanced lifestyle, but when the pursuit of health becomes rigid or extreme, those same habits can quietly start doing harm.
Is Valentine’s Day Good for Our Mental Health?
Positive relationships have big health benefits. On the other hand, Valentine's Day can invoke feelings of loneliness. Here's how to enjoy the day without putting too much pressure or expectations on it.
5 Things to Do This Winter in Munising
There’s a lot to discover in this Upper Peninsula community during the winter, including the Michigan Ice Fest, which is coming up!
This Week’s Featured Recipe
Date Bark Recipe


This Week’s Featured Podcast
Different Color Noises and What They Are
Real Solutions to Rising Prescription Drug Costs
Rising drug prices impact premiums and people alike. Hear how Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is putting pharmacy innovations to work to reduce costs and expand access for our members and customers.
Different Color Noises and What They Are
Sleep aids are everywhere, and new sleep trends are emerging as sleep becomes a major wellness priority. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Laura Hatton, Manager of Behavioral Health Parity at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss color noise, how they can help you sleep and the differences between them. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Different color noises How noise can help you sleep Why different sounds appeal to different people
Why You Need to Clean Your Water Bottle
It seems like everyone is walking around with a water bottle and that’s a good thing. However, water bottles can pose a sneaky health risk. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Jessica Huhn, Medical Director for Provider Engagement at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the benefits of water bottles and how they can become a health hazard. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: The importance of hydration Why you need to clean your water bottle How to clean your water bottle
Healthy Apple Crisp
When you find yourself with only one or two apples in your pantry, don't worry! This delicious apple crisp is made with just a few ingredients.
What’s the Healthiest Type of Grill?
Charcoal grills, gas grills and smokers have all seen an uptick in use over the past five years. The question is, what is the healthiest grill to use?

Are New Year’s Resolutions Bad?
Integrative health expert, keynote speaker, radio personality, business owner and NASM Master Trainer Angela T. Moore talks about the pros and cons of New Year's resolutions. Are they bad? The answer might surprise you.


















