Author Archive: Christie Skelly
The Great American Smokeout
Each year, every third Thursday of November, the American Cancer Society hosts a social engineering experiment called The Great American Smokeout. First introduced in1974 as “Don’t Smoke Day” or “D-Day,” the event is meant to encourage Americans, particularly the 43.8 million who already smoke, to put an end to tobacco smoke use. For 24 hours, […]
“Have it Your Way” the Healthy Way
We all know fast food is not always the most nutritious choice. But sometimes, it’s a necessary evil when people are on the go and too busy to brown-bag it. While that Big Mac and supersized fries may taste good, it will cost over 1,000 calories and over 50 grams of fat! Those are some […]
Maintain Don’t Gain Holiday Challenge
The holiday season to eat, drink, and be merry is upon us but choosing to indulge can bring on excess weight and increased health risk. Company wellness initiatives offer health risk management and can reduce employees’ healthcare costs. Positive Promotions has developed an inexpensive but fun, educational, and comprehensive wellness program to encourage and support […]
Demand for Health and Wellness Programs in the Workplace
There is a growing demand for health-conscious services in the United States. Americans statistically are more concerned with creating healthier eating habits these days and are also more conscience with focusing on exercise practices. Some of the ways in which employers have chosen to give back to their employees is through employee wellness programs. These […]
Quick Tips For a Healthy Heart
Eat Whole Grains: Start your day off with some whole grain oatmeal or whole grain cereal. The benefits will last throughout the day and the fiber and complex carbohydrates in whole grains help you feel fuller for longer. Portion Control: Most Americans eat super-sized meals, with portions that are double the size recommended for good […]
Simple Ways to Add Activity to Your Life
To improve your fitness level, you don’t need to join a gym, invest in expensive equipment or run 10 miles a day. You can start by increasing your everyday activities. Here are some simple ideas: Turn household chores into an exercise routine. The calories burned while you’re doing household chores can really add up. In […]
Preventing Child Abuse
Every child deserves a happy, healthy, and loving environment to grow up in. Together we can protect children from abuse and neglect and lead each child into a brighter future. There are simple things that can be done to bring awareness to the issue of child abuse and to teach prevention with hopes that one […]
Raising a Healthy Child
Raising healthy children may seem more complicated in today’s world of video games, fast food, and busy schedules but small changes can make big differences in your child’s health. Here are 5 quick tips to a healthier lifestyle: Get out and play Kids need to move and be active to be healthy. Most kids will […]
Exercising as a Family Affair
Family is the most important unit to an individual so why not incorporate socializing with your family into moving for your health. Working out together as a family unit will help everyone reach their health and fitness goals while bringing the family closer together and opening up the lines of communication. Here are some ideas […]
10 Tips to Help You Baby Proof Your Home
1. Doors Put decals on sliding glass doors so your child won’t run into them. Use door knob covers on all doors you do not want your child to open. Use safety latches on cabinet doors. 2. Windows Install guards so that they cannot open more than 6 inches. Tie up cords to blinds to […]
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