Su Valley Voice: Monthly Check-in with Sunshine Clinic & Staying Healthy During the Season of Excess
In this episode we get our monthly check-in with Sunshine Community Health Center. Then, around the theme of Staying Healthy During the Season of Excess, we’ll learn all about Alaska
In this episode we get our monthly check-in with Sunshine Community Health Center. Then, around the theme of Staying Healthy During the Season of Excess, we’ll learn all about Alaska Family Services and their programs as well as get a few tips from a local nutrition and health coach, Aubrey Smith. At the end, past local resident Michelle Puryear shares her Holiday Ice Cube recipe with suggestions for ways to enjoy them in a Mock-tail.
If you have any questions or comments about this episode or suggestions for future shows, email us at dj@ktna.org or give the station a call at 907-733-1700.
Still curious? Here are some handy links to connect you to the topics and organizations related to this episode of Su Valley Voice: Staying Healthy During the Season of Excess
Sunshine Community Health Center
Full interview: Aubrey Smith of Wild Health Alaska:
Recipe: Holiday Ice Cube Mock-Tail by Michelle Puryear
In each ice cube well (think about using small muffin pans):
- Cranberries
- Cinnamon Stick
- Sprig of Rosemary
- Orange Slice
Then fill with:
- Pomegranate Juice
And freeze.
Grab a glass, plop in a Holiday Ice Cube, top with Soda Water, Ginger Ale or some other bubbly, fruity beverage.
Enjoy!

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