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Page CvelichJanuary 3, 2017 0

True Confessions

True confessions. I’ve been working here at SAS for 15+ years and I have never used the Recreation and Fitness Center. That’s not quite true. I frequently go there to get a diet lemonade or a cup of coffee if our machine is not working. I have picked up some discount movie

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Kim AndreausDecember 22, 2016 0

Does Mom need help? What to look for during holiday visits

As the holidays approach, one of the highlights (for most of us) is time spent visiting with family. For me, this is one of two times a year when my entire family comes together - and, it has become customary for my two brothers and me to spend a bulk

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Amanda PackDecember 21, 2016 0

Happy Holidays from the RFC!

Thank you SAS community for all the fun this year! We truly enjoy each moment with you as you take care of your health both here at SAS and in your adventures around the world! May you be happy, healthy, and loved now and always! While we're talking health.... Don’t

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPDecember 14, 2016 0

Yet Another Sweet Season for Giving

We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who donated their leftover (and excess) Halloween candy this year, you outdid yourselves!! We tipped the scales right at 450 pounds of candy!

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Celeste CooperDecember 9, 2016 0

One-Legged King Pigeon: December Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthens core. Opens hips, psoas, shoulders, chest and back. Also aids in digestion. One-Legged King Pigeon Pose (Sanskrit: Eka Pada Rajakapotasana)

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNDecember 7, 2016 0

4 Tips for Taming Your Sweet Tooth During the Holidays

If you’ve worked hard to reduce added sugars in your eating plan, the looming holiday sugar fest can send shivers down your spine. It’s not visions of sugar plums causing concern; it’s the fear of turning into the blueberry girl from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory!

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Page CvelichDecember 6, 2016 0

The Value of Winter Holiday Traditions and Family Rituals

Winter holiday traditions and family rituals are the stuff of rich memories for many grown kids like myself. As a parent educator, I also know that traditions can benefit all members of the household: The repetitive nature of traditions contributes to a sense of comfort and belonging. Traditions can help

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP

Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPNovember 30, 2016 0

Should you be taking a multivitamin?

My preference, of course, would be for everyone to get all the nutrients their body needs for optimal health from the food they eat. In this day and age, however, that is getting harder and harder to do for many reasons…

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Lisa AllredNovember 29, 2016 0

Selfies and Parenting

“Omg, Mom, people are going to think you actually look like that!” My 16 y/o recently got a Facebook account (apparently passé for teens in US but not in Europe and as her circle expands…). So, now she has a front row seat to my (apparently embarrassing) selfies. It’s

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Rebecca AllenNovember 23, 2016 0

Gratitude adds life to years

Longevity research represents facts and figures related to one's accumulation of years on this planet. Hawaiians top the charts in the US with a life expectancy of 80 years while, believe it or not, DC represents the lowest at 72 years. NC, although known for delicacies like sweet tea and barbeque,

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Dana AderholdNovember 11, 2016 0

Why I Love My Job

Meetings, emails, budgets, phone calls, more emails, a meeting that could be an email, an email that should be a meeting – sound familiar? This is a typical work week for most of us. It is easy to get caught up in the next thing on the calendar and lose

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Celeste CooperNovember 11, 2016 0

Legs Up the Wall: November Yoga Pose of the Month

Brings relief to feet, legs and spine. Relaxes the nervous system and cultivates sleep. Legs Up the Wall (Sanskrit: Viparita Karani)

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP

Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPNovember 9, 2016 0

All About Plantains

Just by looking at a plantain it’s easy to see that it’s a member of the banana family. Plantains are a very common food in tropical climates all over the world such as South America, Southeast Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. While not quite as common in the U.S., they

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Page CvelichNovember 1, 2016 0

The Day after Halloween...what's a parent to do?

Everyone all sugared up? I remember the annual scene of Halloween night as my sister and I shed our costumes, poured our loot onto the living room floor and began the negotiations. Fortunately, I was partial to the chewy fruity candies and and she was partial to chocolate. The only chocolate bar I was

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPOctober 26, 2016 0

Cancer Prevention in Your Kitchen

Cancer is a pretty scary word and is something that affects most of us, either directly or indirectly. It is a complex condition with possible causes including: poor diet, environmental toxins, genetics, infections, viruses, stress, tobacco use, lack of exercise and more. While no one knows the exact cause of

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Celeste CooperOctober 19, 2016 0

Mind, Body, Yoga (Part 2) - Breast Cancer Awareness

Eighteen years ago, on a cold and rainy day, I was frustrated. It had been three weeks since I made the discovery. Yes, the ultrasound declared it a solid mass and not a cyst. No, the mammogram didn’t know exactly what it was. I agreed to wait eight weeks to

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Celeste CooperOctober 14, 2016 0

Cow Face: October Yoga Pose of the Month

Stretches the hips, ankles and shoulders while opening chest and lengthening spine. Cow Face Pose (Sanskrit: Gomukhasana)

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPOctober 12, 2016 0

Plant Powered Protein

Whether you are a vegetarian, a vegan or are just trying to eat more meatless meals, consuming a diet without meat or fish can raise concerns about not getting enough protein. Have no fear, you can still meet your protein needs IF you structure your meals in the right way

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroOctober 11, 2016 0

Managing Well-Intentioned Extra Attention

When someone is sick or in the hospital, it may not be long before the casserole patrol comes a knockin'. "Casserole patrol" is the term a witty colleague of mine used to describe the friends and neighbors who bring food when someone is sick. I've been there before, standing at a doorstep with a pot of chili

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Celeste CooperOctober 5, 2016 0

Mind, Body, Breath (Part 1) - Breast Cancer Awareness

It was like any other day in autumn. The brightly covered leaves that had once been attached to the cascading tree branches had finally let go. The summer heat had taken its toll and there they were lying on the ground fading into the Earth’s surface. I remember looking out

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Page CvelichOctober 4, 2016 0

Courageous Parenting

I was with my two grown sons and their spouses this past month for a family wedding. I have to say that they have turned out well. They seem to have great relationships with their spouses and children; they are working productively in their fields of interest; they care about

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Amanda PackOctober 1, 2016 0

Workout of the Month: #SOCKtober Style!

Did you know that socks are one of the most needed but least donated items at homeless shelters? Or that 4,000 people will experience homelessness each year in Wake County alone? To bring awareness to this need and to encourage YOU to make a difference by donating socks to your local

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNSeptember 28, 2016 0

One Health Tip All Experts Agree On

As a nutritionist, I have consulted with many clients over the years about how to eat to improve their health. Since every individual has different nutritional needs based on their genetics, lab results and current lifestyle, each nutrition consult is different than the one before. In addition, nutrition messages have

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroSeptember 27, 2016 0

The T in Twenties and Thirties is for Transitions

I recently celebrated my one year anniversary at SAS. I don’t use the word celebrated passively; there was delicious food, time for reflection, and of course selfies. I'm still in awe of this work environment and my awesome team. So what have I learned in this past year? Mayonnaise mixed

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNSeptember 15, 2016 0

7 Nutrition Strategies for a Good Night's Sleep

I’m a productivity junkie! Living in a culture where productivity is highly valued, cutting corners on sleep is often a life survival skill. We’ve been trained to function this way (at least in the US) for over 50 years. As a result, being tired and fatigued is the status quo

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Celeste CooperSeptember 14, 2016 0

The Sweet Scents of Slumber

I jumped down the rabbit hole of essential oils (EOs) and aromatherapy ~18 years ago and never looked back. Smell is one of the strongest connections we have to memory. My first experience with essential oil occurred during a massage when the therapist used Lilac. I immediately thought of my

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Amanda PackSeptember 13, 2016 0

System Reboot with Sleep: 6 Physiological Benefits

Oh, man! What's happening? I just can't figure out what's going on. I'm tired. Exhausted actually. I don't feel well. I just want my energy back! We've all been there. Sometimes more often that we'd like. Sounds like it's time for a reboot. How do we reboot the human body?

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Lisa AllredSeptember 9, 2016 0

Children and Sleep: #SASsleeptransformation

Next week, Work/Life, HCC, and RFC will hold the first ever Sleep Transformation challenge for SAS employees and their adult family members. As part of a series of blogs on sleep by the Work/Life staff, today’s topic is Children and Sleep. Like adults, many children do not get enough

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Kim AndreausSeptember 9, 2016 0

Managing Sleep Issues and Dementia: #SASsleeptransformation

As you may know, Work/Life is partnering with RFC and HCC to launch a Sleep Transformation next month, so I thought I would focus this month’s blog on the importance of sleep for older adults with dementia. We are all aware of the importance of a good night’s sleep,

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Rebecca AllenSeptember 7, 2016 0

Keep your seat - Chair yoga

No really, don't get up. If you are curious about yoga and want to try a gentle practice, chair yoga may be just what you need (even if you don't know it yet). Whether you are in a desk chair, a conference room chair, or a wheel chair, you can sit and simultaneously become more fit. The

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