Childhood eating habits: Are you setting the right example?
Childhood obesity has become one of America’s most serious health problems. Only 2% of school-aged children meet recommendations for all food groups. While children receive nutrition information from a variety of sources, parents can play a vital role in teaching proper eating and nutrition habits. Research has shown greater intake of fruits, vegetables and milk […]
Thank you to Girls on the Run!
[slideshow id=9] Many thanks to a very nice group of girls from Noble Crossing Elementary who are part of an organization called Girls on the Run – a national non-profit prevention program that encourages preteen girls to develop self-respect and healthy lifestyles through running. The program addresses all aspects of a young girls’ development […]
Take time for YOU at our Women’s Retreat…in Jamaica!
Many of us have so many responsibilities in life that sometimes we put ourselves last. While it can be tough to put ourselves first when we have so many other priorities, taking time for ourselves is an important aspect of stress management. And taking time out for YOU has many benefits, according to experts: Taking […]
Yoga versus Pilates…what’s the difference?
As a yoga and Pilates instructor, I am often asked what the difference is between the two practices. In reality, it’s actually easier to show someone than try to explain it. While they definitely complement one another, they are two distinct forms of exercise. Yoga has been around for literally thousands of years. The word […]
The real scoop on Body Mass Index
Most of us are familiar with or have heard the acronym BMI (Body Mass Index). You may even know your exact BMI number. But do we truly understand the importance of what this number indicates? When you think of BMI, does it trigger a “Bad Mental Image” or is it more of a “Big Mysterious […]
Living gluten-free
Gluten-free diets are something that we seem to hear more and more about these days. We hear it, but what’s it all about? Riverview Dietitian Laura Kenny recently led a seminar on this very topic at the Riverview Rehab & Fitness location in Noblesville and shares her presentation notes with us here. What is gluten? […]
Fighting for less cancer and more birthdays!
I can’t think of anyone who hasn’t been touched by cancer in some way – either through a personal experience or by supporting a friend, neighbor, or family member who has battled it. The American Cancer Society exists – with millions of supporters – to find a cure for cancer. The ACS wants to save […]
Nurses going above and beyond
[slideshow id=5] During National Nurses Week this year, we are so proud to recognize eight outstanding nurses who have gone above and beyond their normal duties to complete various levels of the ACE Program (Advancement of Clinical Excellence) at Riverview. Participation in the ACE Program is completely voluntary and is open to all nursing […]
And the Daisy Award goes to…
We have another “Daisy” to congratulate…Kristin Henry, RN, a nurse in the Surgery Unit here at Riverview. The Daisy Award was established by the family of J. Patrick Barnes as a way to honor nurses who go above and beyond the call of duty. The Daisy award is given at Riverview – and hundreds of […]
Celebrating wellness!
[slideshow id=1] Riverview Hospital was happy to again sponsor the Noblesville Schools Wellness Extravaganza – where families with kids of all ages from all Noblesville schools were encouraged to “run, walk, skip, or jump” to Noblesville High School for this annual event on April 21, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. During this two-hour […]