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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPJuly 13, 2016 0

Build a Better Smoothie

Smoothies are a great way to pack a ton of nutrition into a refreshing, on-the-go glass. However, many “healthy” smoothies in reality are loaded with carbohydrates and sugar from tons of fruit as well as juice, honey, agave or possibly even sherbet or sorbet! Of course these smoothies taste fantastic

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Celeste CooperJuly 8, 2016 0

Revolved Twist/Side Angle: July Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthens and stretches legs, knees and ankles. Stretches groins, spine, chest, lungs and shoulders. Stimulates abdominal organs and aids in digestion. Improves balance and increases stamina. Revolved Twist/Side Angle Pose (Sanskrit: Parivrtta Parsvakonasana) From High Lunge pose with left foot forward, place hands at heart center. Make sure the front

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Amanda PackJuly 1, 2016 0

BOSU - July Workout of the Month

Mix up your strength training routine with the RFC's Workout of the Month! July's featured equipment is the BOSU. The BOSU was originally created to improve athletic performance, however, it quickly entered mainstream gyms as well as rehab facilities due to it's versatility as a balance, stability, and core strength tool.

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroJune 28, 2016 0

In the Face of Terminal Illness - Meaningful Things You Can Do

As a hospice social worker I considered it one of my roles to remind patients and families to take moments to slow it down; to look around at the person they were about to lose and the people who were about to experience the loss. I knew it was time

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNJune 22, 2016 0

Microbiome Management: Natural Sources of Probiotics

It’s hard to pick up a medical journal or news article these days without reading something about the gut microbiome. Thanks to the NIH Human Microbiome Project established in 2008, health professionals and the general public have learned much about the link between the condition of our gut microbiome and

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Kim AndreausJune 21, 2016 0

"It's Not Fair!" Sibling Rivalry in Caregiving

As we are all well aware, providing caregiving for our parent(s) is complicated and messy. Siblings can often be both a blessing and a curse in this process, providing much needed relief and support, or perhaps creating additional stress and barriers to important decisions and resources. Why is this the

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Rebecca AllenJune 15, 2016 0

Dosha, say what? Humors, colors, doshas: The power of personality

Recently I was in a staff meeting that involved a discussion regarding the impact of personality types on interpersonal relationships. You may recall sixteen personality types suggested by Meyers Briggs research (MBTI ®) such as ENFJ or ISFP. Or perhaps you, like Cindi Lauper, see your True Color® shining through. Galton (1884), and

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNJune 8, 2016 0

Big Win for Consumers: “Added Sugar” Listed on New Food Label

If you’ve followed recent health news, you’ve read reports confirming the negative health effects of excess sugar consumption. High sugar intake has been linked to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, brain diseases and more. Numerous health organizations including the American Heart Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Institute of Medicine (IOM) and

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Page CvelichJune 7, 2016 0

Are you missing too many recesses?

Just before my son's wedding this spring, I was considering what I could share about Michael at the rehearsal dinner. As I sorted through pictures from his childhood, I came across one from 5th grade. Michael played the main character in Leo Tolstoy's Christmas story, "Papa Panov". During the performance, he stayed in

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Celeste CooperJune 4, 2016 0

Eagle: June Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthen and stretch your thighs, ankles and calves. Open your hips, shoulders and upper back. Eagle (Sanskrit: Garudasana) 1. Stand in Tadasana/Mountain. Lift your left knee up engaging your core and focusing on something that’s not moving. Cross your left thigh over the right. Point your left toes toward the

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Chelsea JonesJune 1, 2016 0

Take Your Workout On Vacation

It’s that time of year (hooray!) that we all begin preparing for our summer vacations. Soon you’re headed to the coast to soak up the summer sun and spend your days salty with a cold beverage in hand. Or, maybe you’re off to escape the heat and bask in the

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Chelsea JonesMay 26, 2016 0

NEHFM Workout of the Week: Pick a Card, Any Card!

As we wrap up our final week of National Employee Health and Fitness Month, our last "Workout of the Week" is a new take on a card game! This one could be challenging, but definitely FUN! Good luck and may the odds be in your favor! ;) NEHFM 2016 WOW:

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP

Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPMay 25, 2016 0

Eating Healthy at SAS

We are so lucky here on SAS’s World Headquarters campus to have many wonderful food options! Many of us take advantage of the cafés and food-to-go stations on a daily basis too. As you can imagine, we get questions about what the healthiest options are in the cafes and food-to-go

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Kim AndreausMay 23, 2016 0

Comfort IN, Dump OUT (Or, What Not to Say)

When someone in our life is facing difficult circumstances – whether it be loss, grief, or any number of bad situations - we are often left feeling awkward at best, and useless at worst, in terms of how to respond. We want to offer support, and it is a natural human

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroMay 23, 2016 0

Mental Health: One aspect to consider

Last weekend my boyfriend and I saw a license plate with the letters “E-A-T”. We joked this was a cool license plate, especially as eating food is one of our favorite things to do. I saw two other EAT license plates that weekend and then FIVE more on Monday. It’s funny

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Amanda PackMay 20, 2016 0

Go ahead, skip your workout! 8 Ways to Maximize Your Athletic Performance with Recovery

Wait? Did you really just read that right? In the land of more – more time, more time, more exercise, more weights, more miles, more workouts, go faster! Push harder! Do MORE! – We need to remember BALANCE is key. More is NOT better when it comes to exercise. Physiologically

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Chelsea JonesMay 16, 2016 0

NEHFM Workout of the Week: The Partner Workout

We are entering week 3 of #NationalEmployeeHealthandFitnessMonth and that means we have another fun "Workout of the Week" in store for you! Grab a pal, head to the RFC or your local gym, and have a great time working out as a pair! NEHFM 2016 WOW: The Partner Workout Who's going

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP

Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPMay 11, 2016 0

Performance Benefits of Beets

I admit, I’ve always loved beets! I can remember eating beets right out of the can as a kid. My grandma would also pickle them. YUM! I love beets! I actually never had a fresh beet until I got a little older and was cooking for myself. The difference between

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Pam ColeMay 9, 2016 0

Celebrate National Employee Health and Fitness Month

How do you define Health? What about Fitness or Wellness? To me there is a lot of overlap. For example, if I say I ran 3 miles today, would you say the run benefited my health, improved my state of fitness, or contributed to my overall well-being? I believe I

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Celeste CooperMay 6, 2016 0

Standing Big Toe: May Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthen your core, lengthen your spine and create hamstring flexibility! Standing Big Toe (Sanskrit: Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana)

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPApril 27, 2016 0

Healthy Hacks for Your Cinco de Mayo Snacks

Cinco de Mayo is a little over a week away, ole! Simply translated to the “fifth of May,” for most of us Cinco de Mayo doesn’t mean much more than a great excuse to have fun with friends while indulging in nachos, burritos and of course margaritas!

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroApril 26, 2016 0

Things that "aren't okay" that are actually okay.

Contrary to popular belief, it is okay to: 1.Let yourself feel emotions other than happiness. Happiness is great. I love happiness. But to feel happy 100% of your life is not human. Happiness doesn’t mean denying other feelings like frustration, sadness, disappointment, etc. It takes some confidence and skill to allow yourself to feel

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Cheryl Wheelock

Cheryl WheelockApril 20, 2016 0

Celebrate National Bike Month in May

I’m a cyclist. As a young girl I spent many weekend hours on my 10 speed mauve colored huffy, pedaling the town alongside my older sister. Today that passion for cycling still remains and is stronger than ever. For me, riding year round is the norm and training is a

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Celeste CooperApril 15, 2016 0

Revolved Chair: April Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthen your legs and core with April's Yoga Pose of the month: Revolved Chair (Sanskrit: Parivrtta Utkatasana)

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPApril 13, 2016 0

3 Time-Saving Kitchen Tips

Life is busy...super busy! There are hardly enough minutes in the day to get everything done and the last thing anyone wants to do after a long day is slave over a hot stove for hours. However, believe it or not, preparing healthy, well-balanced meals IS possible to fit into

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Celeste CooperApril 8, 2016 0

The Pursuit of Mindfulness

Sitting tall on the floor, I close my eyes. I begin to hear sounds in the distance. What is it? It seems close and yet there was a distant echo. The echo drifts into quiet silence. The clock ticks and I think of the faded noise. Could it have been

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Page CvelichApril 5, 2016 0

The College Search Process and Reference-Bias

The other day I was listening to a Hidden Brain clip about reference bias. Apparently, a new research study found that students exposed to their very best peers became discouraged about their own abilities and performance — and were more likely to drop out. Just on face value, that rang

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Amanda PackApril 1, 2016 0

Resistance Tubing - April Workout of the Month

Mix up your strength training routine with the RFC's Workout of the Month! April's featured equipment is Resistance Tubing - a great option for both in the gym and "on-the-road" workouts.

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNMarch 23, 2016 0

Is Your Extra Virgin Olive Oil a Fake or the Real Thing?

Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Not So Virgin Studies on the Mediterranean Diet have shown that extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is one of the healthiest culinary fats on the planet. EVOO is high in polyphenols that provide anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in our bodies and for the oil itself. EVOO

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Page CvelichMarch 22, 2016 0

Reality Checks in Parenting

The other day the thermometer shot up to 80. I had been pulling from my winter wardrobe when the heat compelled me to put on a pair of pants I hadn’t worn for the past 6 months. Hmmm. They didn't fit as I had expected. :) Reality check. Reality checks are

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