On average, Americans eat less than the recommended amounts of vegetables and fruits according to the latest Department of Agriculture study. So, where does that leave local farmers and most importantly, how does that impact your health? A diet high in fruits and vegetables helps prevent chronic diseases and may decrease obesity prevalence according to… Read More »
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Go Healthy!
Headed out for a weekend getaway? You don’t have to eat unhealthy when you are traveling or eating out with friends and family. With a little planning and thoughtful choices, you can maintain a healthy diet. Here are five ways to make healthier choices when eating out: 1. Plan ahead. Before you go, think about… Read More »
Graham Cracker Frozen Treat!
In the mood for a sweet treat? Try this low calorie recipe. Just two ingredients and minimal preparation will satisfy your sweet tooth. This frozen treat can take the place of ice cream for only 95 calories per bar. Ingredients: 4 graham crackers (cinnamon or chocolate) ½ cup whipped cream Directions: Spread whipped cream between… Read More »
Kick Your Chair Habit!
Research shows that sitting for long periods of time increases your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure. According to Dr. James Levine, author of “Get Up!: Why Your Chair is Killing You and What You Can Do About It,” sitting has become like eating. It is bad for your health… Read More »
Staying Motivated When Getting Off Course
When you are successful it is easier to stay motivated, but how do you keep your momentum going when you stop feeling motivated? The primary difference between a successful person and a person who lives with chronic failure is the ability to confront and determine how to accomplish low-calorie behaviors in the face of challenges. … Read More »
Desktop Dining: What are you Snacking on?
Eating Healthy at Work: Tips for Keeping the Healthy Lives Fundamentals in your Workday by Marcy Bowman, RDN, CDE Plan Ahead – Not having healthy snacks or lunch options on hand makes it easy to give in to unhealthy food choices. If you are hungry and don’t have a healthy option readily available, it may be… Read More »
Eating Breakfast on the Go – What Does It Cost You?
See the chart below to help you make healthier choices when eating out. You can decide if you can fit in 122 minutes of walking to compensate for the calories consumed at breakfast. Breakfast Serving Size Sugar Fat Calories Walking Time Chicken Biscuit 1 biscuit 6 g 20 g 440 122 min. Sausage Griddle 1… Read More »
Trick Your Taste Buds with Healthy Treats
Haunted houses, horror movies and scary masks are not the only frightening things about Halloween. This time of year can be the beginning of a three-month, holiday weight gain. Sugary, fat-filled treats seem to start appearing on co-workers’ desks, in waiting areas, on every aisle of grocery stores, even on your kitchen counter. It is… Read More »
Screening and Early Detection Save Lives
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and what better time to remind women about screening! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. It is estimated that each year in the United States some 220,000 women are diagnosed with the disease and approximately 40,000… Read More »
Lose Weight by Eating More Fruits and Vegetables
Healthy Lives member Mandi L. has struggled to lose weight and better manage her diabetes for most of her life, but it wasn’t until she went on insulin in December 2014 that she was ready to make serious changes to improve her health. While working with her wellness coach for support and guidance, she and… Read More »