SUCCESS OVER STRESS Engaging in activities that relax the mind and body is an essential tool for stress management. For many people, creative expression provides the perfect outlet to release stress. Art therapy is a relatively recent addition to the field of stress management and mental health treatment. A professional art therapist uses the creative […]
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HEALTHY EATING This is a fast and easy way to make heart-healthy salmon for a weeknight dinner. Ingredients 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth ½ cup shiitake mushroom caps, rinsed and sliced (or substitute dried shiitake mushrooms) 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced (or 2 teaspoons ground) ¼ cup scallions (green onions), rinsed and chopped 1 tablespoon
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FINANCIAL HEALTH If you carry multiple credit card balances, reducing your debt can feel overwhelming. But there are many techniques to help you tackle your debt. One strategy is to create a debt avalanche. Here’s how it works: * Make a list of your credit cards, their balances, interest rates, and minimum payments. * Evaluate
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HEALTHY EATING Salsa isn’t just for chips! Use it to flavor chicken, eggs, fish or a black bean burger. This recipe adds fresh flavor with corn and avocado. And it’s perfect for summer – no hot stove required. Ingredients 1 avocado (diced) 3/4 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, quartered 1 tablespoon
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients 1 avocado (halved, pitted) 1 banana (peeled, roughly chopped) 1 cup fat-free milk 1/2 cup fat-free, plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon green tea matcha powder 1 tablespoon honey Directions 1. Halve the avocado and remove the pit. Spoon the avocado’s flesh into a food processor or blender. Add the chopped banana, milk,
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BE FIT 1.Sweat.Walking, jogging, stair climbing or biking are aerobic exercises. They get your heart pumping and your body sweating. These exercises are good for heart health and help to shed pounds. 2.Strengthen.You don’t have to lift weights to get healthier muscles. Push-ups, using a resistance band, or lifting cans of soup will help tone
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WORK LIFE Sometimes lunchtime is the only time you have to exercise. That’s OK! Walking at lunch can boost your health. Here’s how to succeed: 1. Keep walking shoes and clothes at work. Then you don’t have to remember them each day. 2. Ask others to go with you. Having a friend can make walking
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WELL-BEING The ability to empathize with those around you is essential to healthy relationships. Empathy is essentially the act of understanding and sharing someone else’s feelings. The more you can empathize, the easier it is to connect with other people. While empathy may come naturally to some people, for others, it is more difficult. Thankfully,
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Homes come with costs. Rent, mortgage, utilities and other expenses can add up. Here are some ways to save right at home that can help your wallet. Unsubscribe from advertising. Getting emails from stores and companies can tempt you to buy things you don’t really need. Cool down the water heater. Turn down
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SELF-CARE CORNER Nearly everyone has anxiety at times. Stressful situations and important events can make you feel edgy or anxious. Sometimes, however, anxiety becomes a health problem. It happens frequently and it interferes with your life. This is called an anxiety disorder. If this happens to you, see your doctor. Treatments can help, including therapy
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