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Keep the Lessons of National Nutrition Health Month Alive. Share Them

Thank you for celebrating, reflecting, and experimenting with us!   As the Month of March comes to a close, we invite you to continue the spirit of Nutrition Health Month by regularly looking at your nutrition, considering how you can positively change your habits and lifestyle; and engaging all members of the family- particularly the … Continued

March Is National Nutrition Month: “Fuel for the Future”

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

Heart Health Month: This Week’s Small Steps- Move More and Eat Healthier

Congratulations to those who started on the interactive path to increased cardiovascular wellness with Live to the Beat. If you have not yet taken that step, then today is a good time to get moving.  Literally!  Watch this short video for encouragement to begin. This week Live to the Beat focuses on increasing movement and healthy eating. Live … Continued

Love Your Veggies? Your Heart Sure Does

Heart disease is a term that covers an array of health affecting the cardiovascular system such as coronary artery disease, heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias), and congenital heart defects.  According to the CDC’s Heart Disease Facts: Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in … Continued

Healthy Weight Week Tip for Today- Increase Veggie and Fruit Consumption 

Participating in Healthy Weight Week doesn’t have to be overwhelming. To help, here is the Healthy Weight Week Tip for Today: Consider adding more fruits and veggies. Browse the Meatless Monday recipe gallery for ideas.  Why add more fruits and veggies?  Research shows that people can enjoy several health benefits by eating less meat and diversifying … Continued

Employee Wellness and Wellbeing Office Wishes You a Happy New Year

Happy New Year and welcome back from what I hope was a rejuvenating period for each of you. The students are ready to get going again, and our January to-lists have been activated. I look forward to continuing to work with such a great group of professionals who show up ready to serve and guide … Continued

[Re]connect with your food for National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month®, a time to focus on making informed food choices and developing healthy eating and physical activity habits. What’s it about? This year’s theme, Food Connects Us, highlights the important role food plays in our health, culture and access to nutrition across all life stages. This week, the Office of Employee … Continued

Tip for Nutrition Month: Fuel your walk for energy and joint health!

March is National Nutrition Month, making it the perfect time to consider how the food we eat impacts our walking goals and joint health. As we step into the second week of our Walk with Ease (WWE) challenge, let’s prioritize intentional nutrition that energizes, heals, and sustains. Did you know that certain foods can help … Continued

CommonHealth Wellnote 

How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? CommonHealth’s programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled wellness consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, benefit … Continued

CommonHealth Wellnote

How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? CommonHealth’s programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled wellness consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, benefit … Continued