One of the biggest struggles to consistently working out is finding the time. Eric, one of our Operations Specialists, looked at the problem only as an operations specialist could. After analyzing his schedule, he found he could create the time, but it required a change is the way he gets [...]
I recently found out that Elaina, one of the employees in our Boise, Idaho office, bikes everywhere she goes. To me, that was really amazing, I can barely walk on snowy roads let alone contemplate riding a bicycle on them, but it left me with a million questions for her. [...]
The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends limiting the amount of added sugar, sodium, and saturated fats that you eat. The guidelines state that most Americans follow a diet that is too high in these three components. Here are some tips to cut out the “s-word” from your daily diet. Sugar [...]
Whether you occasionally wake up with a headache or you’re managing a chronic condition, prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications play a big role in our day-to-day health and wellness. Use the following tips to safely stay on top of your medications and make the most of your prescription drug benefits. [...]
We recently saw a recipe on Healthier Mashed Potatoes. The recipe includes “low-sodium chicken broth.” Other recipes we've seen call for “reduced-sodium chicken broth.” Big deal, right? But the Nutrition Label Guidelines clarify these differently: Reduced-Sodium: means the food has to have at least 25% less sodium than the standard [...]
Several years ago I visited Italy on holiday. There were many things that impressed me about the beautiful and romantic country, but I was especially impressed with the food. The food was amazing – every meal was a culinary delight. That’s not why I was impressed. What impressed me was that it was [...]
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can challenge our best intentions. Don’t let your hectic schedule interfere with physical activity. Find ways to sneak in exercise even when you’re busy. Power shop – Spend 10-15 minutes briskly walking through the mall before you start your shopping. Take the stairs [...]
Have you or a loved one been making excuses for not scheduling your mammogram? Stop making excuses, it’s time to set an appointment… Don’t have time? Yes, you do! The mammogram will take about ten minutes. You’ll be in and out in 30 minutes. Think it’ll hurt? Think again! Mammograms [...]
Properly caring for your teeth not only keeps your smile looking its best; it can help you avoid a variety of dental and other health problems. You probably know the basics—visit your dentist at least twice a year, and brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day—but what [...]
Today’s world has made it far too easy to be sedentary. We get to work, sit for eight hours, go home, do a few things around the house, and then spend the rest of the evening sitting in front of the television. The good news is that there are many [...]
