We know that workplace wellness programs can help boost healthy behaviors and reduce absenteeism among workers. But what about the bottom line? Studies have found that companies with robust wellness programs outperform others on the stock market by an average of 7-16% a year. In fact, some … [Read more...] about How Wellness Can Be Good for Business

Tobacco related illnesses and deaths account for much of the medical expenses of the United States. The sad thing is that these illnesses and deaths can be prevented, and in effect, smokers are choosing their fate. As an employer, there may be things you can do to make people aware of the … [Read more...] about The Benefits of a Tobacco Free Workplace

SodaThe New York Times ran a very prominent piece titled “The Decline of ‘Big Soda,’” and it represents an advancing of the ongoing discussion around soda and obesity in the U.S. The piece opens by documenting how various soda tax proposals have failed, however “even as anti-obesity campaigners… … [Read more...] about Biggest Change in U.S. Diet: Drop in Soda

If you’re looking for a grain-free alternative to traditional pizza crust, we’ve got the golden ticket. Let’s talk cauliflower crust! Not only is it easy to make, but the end result is a gooey texture with crisp edges that will blow you away. If you’re not a huge cauliflower fan, please don’t write … [Read more...] about Cauliflower Pizza Crust

1 cup almonds 1 cup walnuts 1 cup oatmeal 2 cups dried cherries 2 cups chopped dates For smaller food processors, it is better to work in two batches. Put nuts and oatmeal in food processor and pulse until nuts are finely chopped. Add dates and cherries and pulse until mixture is uniform. … [Read more...] about Yummy Raw Date Cherry Bars