Category: General
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It’s Tea Time
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There’s just something about tea that says “relaxation.” But the benefits go beyond a few minutes of me-time. Compounds in tea called flavonoids lower LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol, widen blood vessels, and prevent dangerous clots from forming. Some evidence even links tea to a lower risk for cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. So, beginning today,…
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Take a Mental Trip to Fall Asleep
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It’s often hard to drift off at night, especially if you’ve had a busy or stressful day. About 1 in 4 adults experiences insomnia at least occasionally. If your regular wind-down routine isn’t doing the trick, try something called guided imagery. Think of a place where you’ve been before, and mentally trace the route in…
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Seedless Raspberry Sauce
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This recipe takes out the fiber, but leaves a big, concentrated raspberry flavor. You can add it to a vinaigrette salad dressing or layer it with strawberry preserves and whipped cream in a cocktail glass. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries 1/4 cup sugar (or 3 tbsp. granulated sugar substitute) 1 tsp. lemon…
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Title & Total Compensation Project Update – August, 2019
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The University of Wisconsin (UW) is embarking on a complete redesign of its current classification and compensation structure. The goal of the Title and Total Compensation Project will be to develop new systems that will enable institutions to continue to attract and retain the best talent. Recently, the Office of Human Resources and Workforce Diversity held open…
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Eggplant Parmesan Sandwiches
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Ingredients 4 eggplant slices, each 3/4-inch thick 1/4 cup no-cholesterol egg substitute 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs 2 tablespoons grated fat-free Parmesan cheese Vegetable cooking spray 4 ounces fat-free mozzarella cheese, sliced 2 roasted red peppers, cut into halves 4 Italian rolls or hoagie buns, toasted 2 cups tomato pasta sauce Directions Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan…
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Let the Music Play, and Stress May go Away!
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According to a recent study, such slow, meditative music can help your body relax. How? Music can affect breathing, heart rate, and even emotions. When you turn on the tunes, make the most of them by getting in the right frame of mind. Imagine something pleasant or relaxing when you listen. Or think of nothing…
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Picnic Potato Salad
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(Gluten-free, gout-friendly) Ingredients Salad: 1 pound red potatoes, washed and cut into 1-inch wedges 1/2 cup red onions, thin-sliced 1/2 pound green beans, snapped in half 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato halves 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1 teaspoon olive oil Rosemary vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon-style…
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Tortilla Pizzas
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Did you know that your kids are more likely to gain weight during the summer than while they’re in school? Help your kids maintain a healthy weight this summer by keeping them active and trying some new low-calorie, kid-friendly recipes. This one provides 1 cup of healthy vegetables per serving! Ingredients 12 small corn or…
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Relationship Between Sleep and Weight
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The amount of sleep you get each night may be hampering your ability to lose weight. A number of studies have found a strong connection between lack of sleep and increased weight gain. Unfortunately, people who carry excess weight are already at a higher risk for sleep problems—creating a destructive cycle of weight gain. Studies…