The Meatless Monday Campaign and the American Heart Association both promote beans as an incredible food. They are nutritious, sustainable, and inexpensive, making them one of the most cost-effective sources of protein available. But what makes the bean a truly remarkable ingredient is its versatility: in taste, preparation, and variety. With all these properties, it’s no … Continued
Wellness partner TimelyCare reminds you to prioritize your well-being during Spring Break by taking some “Me Time.” If you have not done so, download the TimelyCare app and log in with your XXX@email.vccs.edu email address to access care whenever and wherever you need it. Even though school takes a break, strategies to maintain/ enhance your health and … Continued
Wellness partner TimelyCare reminds you to prioritize your well-being during Spring Break by taking some “Me Time.” If you have not done so, download the TimelyCare app and log in with your XXX@email.vccs.edu email address to access care whenever and wherever you need it. Even though school takes a break, strategies to maintain/ enhance your health and … Continued
Wondering about this increased attention on food? Well, March is National Nutrition Month! Build NOVA’s Healthy Recipe collection and Contribute to The Nighthawk Nest Food Pantry. National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices, … Continued
The Employee Financial Wellness Program continues to provide resources to help you achieve financial independence as your financial wellness remains a priority in 2023. Please check out the March financial wellness newsletter and the new items below to obtain the details of the financial education offerings and resources. Virginia Credit Union. Surviving in Today’s Economy. … Continued
Can eating high-fiber foods really give you more energy throughout your day? YES! If we are meeting basic needs, getting adequate types of rest, and making daily healthy choices but still can’t seem to recharge, we may find energy through fiber rich foods. One reason we may have fatigue throughout our day is most of … Continued
The Employee Financial Wellness Program continues to provide resources to help you achieve financial independence as your financial wellness remains a priority in 2023. Please check out the March financial wellness newsletter and the new items below to obtain the details of the financial education offerings and resources. Virginia Credit Union. Surviving in Today’s Economy. … Continued
The American Heart Association is clear that smoking and vaping are dangerous to health. While fewer people are smoking or starting to smoke than ever before, many are using other forms of tobacco and electronic nicotine delivery systems. The increase in e-cigarette use (also called vaping) in recent years is a serious public health threat. … Continued
You may have bought a container of strawberries in the winter, only to discover they don’t taste nearly as sweet as in summer. Or maybe the mangoes you purchased in the spring weren’t nearly as good as the ones you had in the fall. If you’re struggling to find perfectly ripe fruits and vegetables, it … Continued
Life can be stressful. Work, finances, relationships, health problems, parenting… the list goes on! You can’t always control the things that stress you out, but you can control how you manage your stress. This week, focuses on practicing stress reduction. Live to the Beat | Stress Less. Learning to cope with long-term stress can protect … Continued
