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November 2012

 

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Are Employers Considering Dropping Health Insurance?

 

Considering dropping health insurance in the coming years? Recent surveys show that the majority of companies are keeping their benefits. Read here for the latest trends.  View Article

Health Reform Regulations

Determination of Full-time Employees under PPACA in 2014 

 

student Several changes are on the horizon for employers and how they manage their healthcare plans. One adjustment is the definition of a "full time employee." Read here to make sure you're up to date on the new guidelines. 
 
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Wellness Trends

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Alpha's Wellness Coordinator
Carla Ivka is celebrating her 1 Year Anniversary with Alpha this month! 
We have enjoyed having Carla in our office almost as much as our clients have enjoyed having her in theirs!  Has Carla been out to your workplace?  If not, she can help you implement a Wellness program, free of charge to assist you in keeping your employees health and your healthcare costs down.  Contact Carla to learn more about how she can help!

 

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Should You Go Gluten-free?gluten

 

With all of the new food options out there, more people than ever are opting for a gluten free diet. Is this just the next fad diet or are there actually health benefits to removing gluten from your diet? Read here to find out.  View Article

HR Best Practices
Three Tips to Get More From  Your Benefits Investment 

  

internetMany employers are missing key opportunities to get the most value from their benefits programs. And most are failing to implement proven best practices. Here are three tips that all HR professionals can use for successful benefits communication.  View Article
5 Ways to Promote a Healthy Culture in Your Workplace 

  

As premiums continue to rise, more and more employers are turning to employee wellness programs to help reduce costs and promote healthy lifestyles. Here is a white paper from our partner, EBIX Health that outline how to effectively achieve both. 
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Financial
More Affordable than You Might Thinkcouple  

 

Even though the cost of life insurance has fallen over the last decade, 80% of consumers cite financial reasons for not having enough coverage. Americans overestimated the cost by almost three times the actual price. This article encourages readers to explore the benefits of having adequate protection for their families.  View Article

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Roasted Root Vegetables

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Serving Size: 1 1/4 cup 

Yield: 4 servings 

 

Ingredients:

2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, cut into large chunks

 

2 medium-sized root vegetables (white potatoes, rutabagas, turnips, parsnips, beets), cut into large chunks

 

2 carrots, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped ¼ cup vegetable oil 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese Season with your favorite spices

 

Preparation: 

1.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2.  In a medium bowl, add all chopped vegetables, and pour oil over top.

3.  Add Parmesan cheese and seasonings; mix well.

4.  Spread vegetable mixture evenly on a baking sheet.

5.  Bake for 1 hour or until tender.

 

Nutrient Totals

Per Serving:

Calories 250

Total Fat 15 g

Saturated Fat 2 g

Sodium 150 mg

Protein 5 g

 

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