We’re here at an exciting gathering of health and risk pools that serve schools, towns, and other governmental agencies. WAIT! Before you grumble, “doesn’t apply to me,” STOP! Your roads, your emergency services, your parks, your town halls, your city clerk, your schools, and your communities are deeply affected by this topic. In other words, […]
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Emotions are Infectious
By Gillian Pieper | Published:Duh. We’ve been saying that for years but now we’ve got proof. It’s also nice when science gives us permission to do what comes naturally. Mark Twain said, “There are people who can do all fine and heroic things but one – keep from telling their happiness to the unhappy.” I wonder, is that really […]
Read moreFarmer’s Market Finds This Week
By bhg_super_admin | Published:This week’s Farmer’s Market pick for me is Kale. Kale is rich in calcium, lutein, iron, and Vitamins A, C, E and K, and contains important phytochemicals which research suggests may protect against cancer. Kale is enjoying a resurgence in popularity – every trendy restaurant seems to have its own version of kale salad and […]
Read moreFarmer’s Market Finds for the 4th!
By bhg_super_admin | Published:This afternoon, I took a much needed ‘wellness break’ from my desk and headed to one of my favorite spots, Musterfield Farm in North Sutton, NH to see what was available at the farm stand. Since the weather has been unseasonably cool here, there are still plenty of greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula, chard) and other cool weather crops […]
Read moreThis Week’s Farmer’s Market Finds
By bhg_super_admin | Published:This week in New Hampshire tender greens are still abundant! Mix up your iceberg or romaine routine by adding mesclun greens, baby spinach or arugula leaves to your salad or your sandwich. And, we’re enjoying the first strawberries of the season from SpringLedge Farm so we’ll be serving this healthy and delicious salad this weekend. […]
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By bhg_super_admin | Published:If you are like most Americans, you struggle to eat enough fruits and vegetables. Consider the USDA’s new “ChooseMyPlate” image – half of your plate at every meal should consist of fruits and vegetables. If there is ever a time to up your fruit and vegetable consumption it’s now, the start of summer. Along with […]
Read moreOur Witty CDC Friends
By Gillian Pieper | Published:When was the last time you heard a public health official crack a joke? Look no further than into last week when the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) published a blog on… Wait for it… The Zombie Apocalypse. That’s right. Oh, you’ve probably heard about it by now anyway, because the New York […]
Read moreWinning Health is What We Do
By Gillian Pieper | Published:Last week, in Vermont, we went on our annual prize patrol. This is one of my favorite days! We gather up awesome party fixin’s and a hefty gift certificate for outdoor gear. One lucky school employee out of 17,000 in this particular PATH group will win that certificate and we must move fast to surprise […]
Read moreMaking Room for Progress — Part Two
By Gillian Pieper | Published:How does one give up comforts and readjust to ever shifting health strategies? There isn’t a formula but we can say three ingredients offer crucial leverage: patience, optimism and social support. When my “coffee and cigarette” friend saw me stew over my morning beverage consternation he said, “Couldn’t you have both?” Cue V-8 slap (oh […]
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By bhg_super_admin | Published:We all love reasons to celebrate at work. “It’s so-and-so’s birthday, let’s have cake for a 4pm snack!” Or, “The team has been working so hard, I’ll order in some pizzas for lunch!” Or, “It’s Friday, here is a box full of doughnuts!” (Enough for us to have at least 2 each!) We know why […]
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