Are you a human resource professional working on developing a wellness program at your worksite?
VNA's Corporate Wellness Program would like to invite you to share your ideas and needs at a Corporate Wellness Roundtable this spring.
If you are interested in attending, please e-mail or call us. We will contact you immediately regarding date and location.
(248) 967-8355
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Ingredients:
2 tsp olive oil, divided
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 Tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups egg substitute
2 red bell peppers, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onions
Directions:
In a large ovenproof frying pan over medium heat, warm 1 tsp oil. Add the red peppers, celery, onions and garlic; cook, stirring frequently for 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and set aside. In a large bowl lightly whisk together the egg substitute, parsley, oregano and black pepper. Stir in the vegetable mixture. In the same frying pan over medium heat,
warm the remaining 1 tsp oil. Add the egg mixture and cook until brown around the edges. Cover the pan, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the eggs are set.
Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Sprinkle the frittata with the Parmesan. Place the pan about 5" from the heat and broil for 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve cut into wedges.
Recipe Summary:
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Cups of Vegetables Per Person: 1/2 cup
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 Heart to Heart
February is Heart Health Month, and it offers an opportunity to take a closer look at your lifestyle, food choices, physical activity and its impact on your overall health, especially that of your heart.
The American Heart Association identifies six risk factors that you can control to reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke: cigarette smoking, physical inactivity; high blood pressure; high blood cholesterol; obesity and overweight; and abnormal blood sugar levels.
These risk factors can be prevented or treated through diet, exercise, medication and lifestyle changes. Along with the modifiable risk factors, there are also several risk factors for heart disease and stroke that cannot be modified, such as age, race, gender and family history.
Below are some steps you may take to reduce your risk for heart disease:
1. Have regular screenings for cholesterol, blood
pressure and diabetes. By knowing your numbers,
you and your health care provider can create goals for
better health.
2. If you smoke, enroll in a smoking cessation program
for tips and support.
4. Engage in regular physical activity.
Speak with your health care provider about
exercise routines that are right for you.
5. Increase your intake of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Discuss specific food menus and tips with a
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If You've Had Chicken Pox, You're at Risk for Shingles
As many as 90 percent of Americans had the chicken pox virus as children. The virus however, never goes away.It remains dormant and can reawaken later in life as shingles to cause itching, tingling and burning, followed by a rash of fluid-filled blisters that may appear (usually on one side of the body or face) and may take two to four weeks to heal.
Shingles can leave behind severe nerve pain even after the rash is gone. Other serious problems that may result from shingles include skin infection, muscle weakness, scarring and decrease or loss of vision or hearing.
As people age, their risk increases for shingles outbreaks. Episodes last longer, and nerve pain can be more severe. Shingles may affect anyone, regardless of age, who has had the chicken pox virus.
Prevention is key. If you have had chicken pox in the past, speak with your health care provider about the vaccination. The vaccine is recommended for persons 60 years of age or older.
If you or a loved one are interested in more information about shingles vaccination, please call the Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Michigan at (248) 967-8755.
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Body Mass Indexing and Waist Circumference: Two Ways to Measure for Healthy Weight
Body Mass Indexing (BMI) is one way to determine whether a person's body weight is an optimal one. BMI is the calculation of a person's height in relation to his/her weight and is a reliable indicator of healthy weight for most people. Some exceptions are athletes whose body mass is made-up of mostly muscle.
In some instances BMI may be combined with waist circumference as an additional method to determine whether a person's weight is optimal.
Unlike BMI, waist circumference measures the width of a person's abdominal fat to determine his/her risk of developing obesity-related health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. Combining both methods for assessing a person's weight is a helpful way to determine whether their current weight is optimal, and provides an opportunity to take steps that can help to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is not just about a "diet" or "program". It is part of an ongoing lifestyle that you can adopt now and stay with for years to come. A healthy weight contributes to good health now and as you age.
Below is an idea to get you started on your journey towards a healthy weight:
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Try going for a 10-minute brisk walk, 3 times a day, 5 days a week. This will give you a total of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity* (moderate-intense activity is physical activity, that allows your breathing and heart rate to become noticeably faster but allows you to still carry on a conversation).
*Remember to speak with your a care provider before starting an exercise routine of any kind. |
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Healthy at Work is published by Visiting Nurse Association, Inc., to provide general health information. It is not intended to provide medical advice, which should be obtained directly from a physician. © 2009. | |
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