Regular exercise combats the double whammy of inactivity and isolation that can cause or worsen many physical and mental health problems.
Health
Posted inFood
Fattening the curve
Holed up at home, Mainers struggle with overdoing the carbs and comfort foods.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: There are big holes in Trump’s state reopening plan
It calls for careful action, but leaves plenty of room for recklessness.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Maine lags New England states in reporting data on pandemic
A month into the outbreak here, the state CDC still is unable to post daily testing counts and other information.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: The cure for what ails you could be a flapjack and a splendid stroll
Just remember to keep your (social) distance.
Posted inCookbook Reviews, Food, Recipes
Low fuss? Yes. High flavor? Sadly, no.
The American Heart Association’s venture into Instant Pot cooking is definitely good for you, and an easy option for weeknight cooking, but is it tasty enough to convert those wary of healthy cooking?
Posted inBusiness, Food, News
Restaurants double down on safety as coronavirus arrives in Maine
As concern over the virus grows, restaurants work to alleviate customers’ fears and to prepare themselves for what may come.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Healthy aging workshop offered in Yarmouth
YARMOUTH — Yarmouth Cares About Neighbors is offering a healthy aging workshop 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 21 at the First Parish Church, 116 Main St. The session will feature Dr. Peggy Cyr, who will discuss how to more effectively partner with a medical provider for better health outcomes, and registered dietitian Kris Lindsey, […]
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Maine Cannabis Report
State plan to ‘harmonize’ marijuana programs would wreak havoc, critics say
Maine wants the state’s medical and adult-use cannabis businesses to have the same rules whenever possible, but small operators say that would drive up prices and put them out of business.
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Lawmakers to propose intervention centers for mental health emergencies
Sen. Cathy Breen and Rep. Charlotte Warren will present recommendations Monday from a mental health working group and urge support for a bill to create four regional mental health centers.