David Lingholm

Toddlers may be tiny, but their little hands are surprisingly quick—especially when they discover something new. Something else that’s quick: The speed a…

Even to those of us in the health insurance industry, keeping track of every acronym used can be confusing. And we can sometimes forget that when we start using…

Almost four and a half years ago, pancreatic cancer robbed me of my best friend. My Grandfather wasn’t the only family member I have who has battled some form of cancer, nor was it his first fight. But he is the only one who lost.

Playing in the sand just grew up! come explore the dunes at Hoffmaster State Park.

The western terminus of this trail is in Grand Rapids, a city most of us are pretty familiar with. The eastern terminus is 42 miles away, in the sleepy town of…

You probably expect a health insurance company to say people need to be selective about when they go to their local hospital's emergency room because it is…

Conferences can be viewed in two ways, either they are a great excuse to party for a few days or they are excellent ways to learn and network within your…

Bandemer Park is a great place to get out and enjoy Ann Arbors natural features.

By the end of January, most people have abandoned their well-intentioned New Year’s Resolutions. Maybe your goals were too lofty or maybe life just got in the…

I enjoy hearing stories about your weight-loss success. A few of us at A Healthier Michigan have either personally struggled with or have a loved one who has…

In the world of superfoods, the humble sweet potato is pretty super. It is packed with so many nutrients that some publications have declared this tuber one of…

If you want an excellent example of an effective, well-executed, energetic word-of-mouth campaign, look no further than Movember. What started in 2003 as a way…

During the month of Movember, the focus on prostate and testicular cancer is well placed. One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer…

When you read the word superfood, what image pops into your mind? A sweet potato with a cape? Expensive and exotic fruits that are seemingly impossible to find?

Breakfast in my house is usually not a complicated meal. A cup of Greek yogurt and a handful of berries with a little ground flaxseed sprinkled on top usually…

I have always loved reading. As a kid, I would sneak a flashlight into my room and read under the covers for hours. Two surefire punishments my parents would…

The Win by Losing competition continues on and with that, your questions about health and fitness continue to come in. While we cannot answer your personal…

As the Win by Losing competition approaches the mid-way point, your questions about health and fitness are starting to come in. While we cannot answer your…

Chef Jake Williams is a mythbuster of sorts. He spends much of his time as the Cooking Matters Coordinator for Gleaners Community Food Bank working with people…

Allowing kids to walk to school on their own can be worrisome. Here are some helpful tips on how to have a safe walk.

Caffeine tends to have a bad rap but recent studies show that it may actually be a part of a healthy lifestyle.

Few things are as tasty as a fresh Michgan peach, picked just as it is ripening. Your first bite is so juicy that you find yourself leaning over the kitchen…

Everyone who works on this blog loves sweets in some fashion. And satisfying that sweet-tooth is perfectly healthy on occasion. Our preference, however…

In some ways, Michigan was made for camping. For the novice camper, there are plenty of campgrounds just outside of our bigger cities so you can still enjoy the…

In Detroit, the term food desert is one that sparks a lot of controversy. On one hand, you have merchants that have been in the city for years crying foul and…

Sweating is one of those necessary evils in life. For most people, sweating is an efficient way for the body to keep cool during a workout…

During my first and only year in Boy Scouts, my troop decided to participate in a rafting competition on the Grand River near Lansing. The Chief Okemos Council…

Coffee has many health benefits including reduced risk for heart failure. Read on to find out why…

Summer has just begun and Mother Nature giving us an early taste of how high temperatures in Michigan can climb, with many parts of southern lower Michigan…

Keep yourself cool and your taste buds happy with these yummy ice cream recipes.

A few weeks ago, WDET-FM asked listeners what five objectives truths the world should know about Detroit. Then came a listing of facts about metropolitan…

It’s festival season in Michigan. Go prepared, stay hydrated and most importantly, have fun! Here are our top tips to have a healthy time at your fave festival.

First in a new series promoting fun and healthy things to do across Michigan. Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff to summer in Michigan. The last snowfall of…

We are approaching peak grilling season here in Michigan. With Memorial Day approaching, you'll most likely be going to a cookout soon and taking a dish to pass.

The phrase "less is more" is certainly true with fruit and vegetables. The less food has to travel to get on your plate, the more nutritious it is for you.

Normal grilled burgers are great, but these two burger recipes are even better!

Summer is grilling season. Here are some ways to keep grilling healthy and fun all summer long.