About Erika Gruszewski
Posts by Erika Gruszewski
Meal Delivery Services: Our Review of Blue Apron
Is meal delivery in a box for you? Maybe. These semi-prepared meals definitely get you out of a “cooking rut” and encourage you to change up your dinner offerings. Here’s my two cents on some of the more popular brands, plus feedback from my colleagues who’ve also used them and other services. (This review is…Read More »
Tips for Not Driving Parents Crazy When Home for Winter Break
After reading my recent blog post, “4 Tips for Not Driving Your College Kids Crazy Over Thanksgiving Break”, my parents felt a little “picked on”. So, I thought it was only fair to ask them for their viewpoint from the other side. Between my mom saying it’s impossible to get me up before 10 a.m.,…Read More »
Spotlight on Alana Hughes and H2 Fitness
Alana Hughes wants to inspire you to feel your best and live a life you love through fitness. Alana turned around her health years ago by losing about 40 pounds and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Those positive changes inspired her to start H2 Fitness, a full body “boot camp” program, with her business partner and…Read More »
Hidden Gems: Unique Coffee Shops in Syracuse, NY
Ask any coffee drinker, and they’ll tell you: coffee has worthwhile benefits beyond the pleasant aroma and morning pick-me-up. Indulging in a local coffee shop’s special brew may be just what you need. Luckily, Central New York has several fair trade, sustainable, coffee shops to satisfy your caffeine needs. Each coffee shop has its own…Read More »
Gluten-Free… Is it Really Healthier?
Gluten gets a bad rap these days. But is it deserved? What is Gluten? Gluten is a protein that is naturally found in wheat, rye, barley and similar grains. The protein gives the grain its shape, strength, and texture. It’s typically found in products like bread, cereal, and pasta. Gluten can be a problem for…Read More »
Fire Safety Tips for Families
Every second counts when there’s a fire. Using those seconds wisely to get yourself and your loved ones out could make the difference between escaping safely and suffering an injury. Marc Stogran, a software engineer at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, is a big proponent of the National Fire Protection Association’s “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways…Read More »
Yogurt… Is it Really Healthy?
Back in college, I didn’t have a lot of healthy habits. But I thought I was doing one thing right. Every day, I ate some yogurt. I’d fill my fridge with yogurt flavors like “red velvet cake,” “key lime pie” and “black forest cake.” I never questioned why my healthy snack was named after a dessert. But,…Read More »
Breast Cancer Survivor Almost Skipped Annual Checkup
Pam Eadi was diagnosed with breast cancer about 20 years ago. Since then, she has been vigilant and always faithful in keeping her annual appointments for checkups and mammograms. So as her 20-year survivor date approached in 2016, Eadi felt confident that she had beaten what she calls “the beast of breast cancer.” “I had…Read More »
Binghamton High Poverty Area Gets Healthier
The north side of Binghamton, New York, was in desperate need. Not only does it have a high rate of obesity, but it also has the highest rate of poverty in the county. Making matters worse, the only grocery store in walking distance or on the bus line closed. It was hard to find affordable…Read More »
What Parents Need to Know About Concussions
Playing sports may be a milestone in your child’s life, but it also may be another notch in the worry belt for you. You can handle bruised egos, sprains and strains and an occasional broken bone. But what about a blow to the head? What if your child suffers a concussion? A concussion is a…Read More »