The goal of our wellness program is to deal proactively with issues like stress, high blood pressure cardiovascular disease and obesity through screening and education. Primary prevention of illness and disease is much less costly than treatment. In many instances, education and awareness go a long way toward changing behaviors. Many of the diseases that lead to high absenteeism and inability to perform at optimum levels are related to lifestyle choices. They are learned behaviors that can be unlearned. If you think this should be the responsibility of the employee, not the employer, you wouldn't necessarily be wrong. However, when that obese, inactive, smoking, 50+ manager has a major heart attack and is out of work for several months, it is really going to affect you.
"Stroke is a leading cause of serious, long-term disability in the United States - SIPP MMWR Morb Mortal Weekly Rep. 2001;50:120-125"
Our benefit's specialist can show how incorporating screening, nutrition and exercise will directly correlate to cost savings. This can be seen in decreased use of health care benefits, decreased rates of absenteeism and reduced employee turnover. The more you learn about our screening and wellness programs the more you will see the amazing benefits associated with them.
This heart healthy juice recipe consist of a combination of vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and phytonutrients that aid in balancing cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and vascular performance – ultimately helping to reduce your risk of heart attack, stroke, and Heart Disease. Read more…
Ingredients: Combine all ingredients in one large pitcher of water. Add ground cinnamon to glass of water for extra flavor. Add some fall flavor to your daily water intake for a boost health benefits! Regulates blood pressure Lowers cholesterol Helps Read more…
1. Butterfinger minis: 4 pieces: 180 calories, 8 grams fat, 18 grams sugar 2. Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkin: 1 piece: 180 calories, 11 grams fat, 16 grams sugar 3. Baby Ruth “fun size” bar: 1 piece: 83 calories, 4 grams Read more…
Nutty Carrot Cake Bars Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 3/4cup all-purpose flour 1/4cup whole wheat flour 1/2cup sugar or sugar substitute* equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/8teaspoon salt 1 cup finely shredded Read more…
Consider swapping your morning cup of coffee for a glass of hot water and lemon first thing in the morning, recommends nationally known nutritionist Ann Louise Gittleman, author of “Fat Flush for Life” and other books. The combination can benefit Read more…
Whole-wheat pastry flour adds a bit more fiber to the crust of our healthy apple pie. We lowered the fat by replacing some of the butter with canola oil. To achieve a juicy filling with plenty of tender bits of Read more…
INGREDIENTS 6 small Yukon gold or red potatoes (about 2 pounds) 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt Cooking spray 2 tablespoons fat-free milk 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup (2 ounces) finely grated white cheddar cheese Read more…
Myth: A low-fat diet prevents heart disease. Not necessarily. While it’s true that a diet high in saturated fat increases the risk of heart disease, other types of fat are actually good for your heart. When eaten in moderation, monounsaturated Read more…
If you can keep your body in tip-top shape, your immune system can help support your body’s ability to help, and get over the flu quicker with fewer complications. Avoid sugar in large amounts. Sugar actually depletes your white blood Read more…