Jazmin Anderson

Jazmin Anderson is a 2026 Corporate Communications intern at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. She studies journalism and advertising at Central Michigan University.
Food and Nutrition

Healthy No-Cook Meals for Hot Days

Turning on the stove can make your AC work even harder and make your home even warmer. Here are some low- and no-cook meal ideas to help keep your stove usage minimal this summer.

Food and Recipes

Are Pecans Good for You?

Here is some information about pecans to help you decide whether you want to pick up a bag during your next visit to the grocery store.

Prevention

9 Places You’re Forgetting to Put Sunscreen 

We cover our arms, legs and face in sunscreen, but stopping there and forgetting these nine places could result in some unsuspecting burns.

We cover our arms, legs and face in sunscreen, but stopping there and forgetting these nine places could result in some unsuspecting burns.
Health and Wellness

How to Get Started Paddle Boarding

Paddling builds arm strength, while balancing on top of the water strengthens your legs, conditions your core and improves your balance. It’s a great option if you want to target multiple muscle groups at once.

Community

Michigan Kayaking Spots Perfect for First Timers

Here is a list of some spots you might want to consider for your first kayaking experience.

Community

MI Bucket List: Soo Locks

The Locks are made up of two canals and four locks, enabling vessels to safely travel through the 21-foot drop in elevation of the St. Mary’s River between Lake Superior and Lakes Michigan and Huron.

Food and Recipes

How to Boil Eggs

Boiled eggs are a great snack and addition to salads and sandwiches. Here are some tips for making boiled eggs to your liking. 

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