Category: Wellness
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April Fool
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In food-speak, a “fool” is a quick English dessert of cooked berries layered with whipped cream. Traditionalists make it with gooseberries, but strawberries and raspberries work fine. It’s rich and lovely, and you don’t need a lot to finish a meal with finesse. Serve it in a cocktail glass for the best effect. Ingredients 1…
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Organic Eggs Available
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Five Health Benefits of Eggs: Helps to improve heart health Aids in weight loss Beneficial in improving cognitive health Aids in growth and development of body Maintains healthy hormonal functioning of thyroid NOTE: Organic eggs can contain higher Omega-3 and Vitamin E than conventional eggs Health Health While there has been significant criticism in recent…
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On-Site Health Screening on September 21st
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Register now for your on-site health screening! Discover your numbers – A free health screening* event has been scheduled at UW-Green Bay for employees (and spouses) who are enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program. At an on-site screening, you’ll learn your measurements for blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), cholesterol (HDL, LDL, and…
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Wellness Webinar: Reducing Inflammation for a Healthier You
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Chronic inflammation can be the culprit behind poor health and well-being. Learn more about the causes of inflammation and ways you can reduce or prevent it so you can feel your best. We’ll cover: Our body’s response to inflammation Anti-inflammatory foods Other healthy steps you can take to reduce chronic inflammation Date: Wednesday, August 15,…
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Move your body once every hour
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Have you ever hunched over your desk in the same position for three hours without realizing it? After you finally snap out of your mental task, your body feels stressed, stiff, and stuck. Sometimes we get so caught up in what we’re doing—especially at work—that we don’t notice how our bodies feel. Today give your…
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Fresh Mushroom Sauce
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Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped onions 2 cups chopped mushrooms 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce 3/4 cup vegetable broth 1/2 cup fresh parsley 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream Directions Heat olive oil in saucepan. Add onions. Cook until translucent. Add mushrooms and soy sauce and cook about 5 minutes over medium heat.…
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Mediterranean Diced Salad
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Ingredients 1 19-ounce can chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans) 1 red pepper 1 cucumber 2 stalks celery 1 cup halved grape tomatoes Juice of 1 large lemon (about 1/4 cup) 1 tablespoon white vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley Directions Drain and rinse chickpeas and put in a large mixing bowl. Core red…
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Honey-Herb Chicken
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Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound) Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons) 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped 1 tablespoon honey Directions With a meat tenderizer, pound each breast half to about 1/2-inch thick. Combine lime juice, coriander, and honey in a small bowl. Brush chicken breasts with…
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Skip the Extra Salt
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You may like an extra shake of salt on your meals, but you should know that reducing your sodium intake can also lower your risk for heart disease. Here’s how you can remove salt from your meals: Remove the saltshaker from the table. Don’t add any salt to water when you’re cooking. Try seasoning your…