A Clean Slate for a Healthy Workspace
By Kristin Lamb, CHWC Most employees spend 40 hours a week in their workspace—at a private desk, a shared station or perhaps traveling in a vehicle. Keeping this area clean is important to your health. It’s also a reflection of you and your company. Dedicating 10 minutes a week to clean this space might be […]
5 Ways to Exercise at the Office and at Home
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist Finding time to exercise can be challenging when you’re juggling work, errands, kids and activities. Sometimes life just gets in the way. Luckily, with the new year upon us, now is a great time to take stock of our fitness goals and look for ways to integrate physical activity into […]
10 Grocery Tips to Make Your Paycheck Go Further
By Katie Boscia, RD The new year brings motivation to eat healthier. Yet many of us struggle with our options as we find ourselves recuperating from holiday spending. After all, eating healthy is expensive, right? Wrong! Many good deals can be found at the grocery store with some planning and strategy. Here are some tips […]
6 Ways Exercise Can Increase Your Job Satisfaction
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist We all know exercising is good for you, but did you know it could actually improve your satisfaction at work? Here are a few areas in which exercise has been shown to improve your career well-being. Stress—Research has shown a strong link between exercise and mental health, with a major […]
Proper Stretching Can Change Your Workout
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist at Riverview Health Rehab & Fitness Stretching is a vital component of any complete fitness routine. With that said, stretching is often overlooked as we frequently jump to activities such as cardio and strength training. Part of the reason stretching is often disregarded can be attributed to a lack of education […]
Healthy Holiday Recipes
By Katie Boscia, RD Finding holiday meal recipes that are healthy but full of flavor can be a challenge. We’re here to help. Here are three healthy dishes you can serve to your guests this holiday season. Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Lemon Serves 4 Ingredients 3 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 shallots, thinly sliced 1/8 […]
Tips for Eating at Holiday Parties
By Brittany Wonnell, RD Every holiday party is sure to have celebration, conversation, and yes, a lot of food. The food that’s served isn’t always the healthiest choice either, and for those who are being mindful of their overall diet, they may find holiday parties quite stressful, confusing and a little tricky. The first thing […]
Portion Control Is Key When Temptations Are Endless
By Mindi Matthews, CHWC, and Kristin Lamb, CHWC It’s that time of year when extra calories lurk around every corner—frosted cookies at the office, eggnog at your neighbor’s house or chocolates in your Christmas stocking. All these extras add up, and if you’re like most Americans, you’ll put on a pound or two by New […]
Healthy Eating Habits for People with Diabetes
By Katie Boscia, RD Proper nutrition is important for everyone, but especially for those who have diabetes. With the proper diet, some individuals may even be able to keep their diabetes under control without medication. If you have diabetes, it’s important to talk with your healthcare provider and a dietitian to find out what type […]
When Should You Start Getting Mammograms?
Mammogram screenings play an important role in the early detection of breast cancer and breast disease. The American Cancer Society recommends the following guidelines for screenings: Yearly mammograms should start at age 40 and continue every year, as long as you’re healthy. Clinical breast exams should occur about every three years for women in their […]