Category Archives: Food and Health
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Time for a Flu Refresher?
Seasonal flu activity is high all over the country. Do your students or employees need a flu refresher? Teach everyone how to avoid getting or spreading the flu with these flu education materials: Start with our Stay Home When Sick poster: Based on recommendations from the CDC and World Health Organization Attention-getting with bold colors […] -
Behind the Scenes: New Cooking and Prediabetes Posters
Hey, do you remember that Chop Test article you saw a while back? How about that Prediabetes Guide? If you do, then you’re not alone. Lots of people reached out and told me that those were two of their favorite posts. So many, in fact, that I decided to take those posts to the next […] -
Compassionate Health Messages
Do you see your students, clients, or employees struggling in these post-pandemic days? Or perhaps you are stressed out yourself trying to get back to ‘normal.’ As healthcare professionals, we’re quick to point out how healthy eating and regular physical activity can help. We want to share all our knowledge. But for some folks, this […] -
3-in-1 Healthy Habit Tool
If you’re looking for a reward chart, habit tracker, and list of achievable health goals all in one, then you’ll appreciate our Reward Chart! This 3-in-1 tool comes as a poster and a handout tearpad. You can write and erase on the poster or let everyone have their own chart from the tearpad. The Reward […] -
A Different Kind of Freedom
Independence Day will be here before we know it. As we celebrate freedom in the United States, we have some unique materials that prompt your clients, students, or employees to consider a different kind of freedom. Our Freedom from Chronic Disease materials inspire folks to think about their health and realize that good health can […]
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‘Tis the Season for a Healthy Mindset
The holidays can be a stressful season of overindulging and overspending. Or they can be an enjoyable time filled with fun, family, and friends. The difference might just be a healthy mindset. Our Healthy Mindset poster reminds your students, employees, or clients to focus on the everyday simple habits that add up to a healthier […] -
Healthy Habit Handout
Sometimes you just need a reminder or two when it comes to building healthy habits. Other times, you need a brand-new system. What are your clients looking for? If it’s a reminder or two, check out this brand-new handout: Healthy Habit Handout If your clients need a more thorough habit reset, check out this post […] -
Plant-Based Beats Processed
It seems like processed and ultra-processed foods have been in the news a lot lately. While some people get mired in conversations about what foods should be considered processed (canned beans? whole grain bread?), you can’t go wrong by promoting a plant-based eating pattern that’s centered on vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, and fruits. […] -
Manage Your Mind
When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, many people say, “I know what to do … I just don’t do it!” We know we should fill half the plate with fruits and vegetables. We know exercising is important. We know water is healthier than sugary beverages. When knowledge isn’t the issue, it’s time to look […] -
Foods to Fight Stress?
We’re big fans of the Mediterranean-style eating pattern, so it’s not surprising to see it recommended in this this article from the Cleveland Clinic to help people fight stress. Vegetables, legumes, nuts, fruit, whole grains, fish, lean protein, and healthy fats are foods that can help lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Why not […]