Let Your Kids Help Cook

According to the "Healthy Monday" team, kids eat healthier if they have a good example to follow and if they are involved in the process.

See "The Kids Cook Monday" page for great ideas.

Best Time to Exercise

When is the best time for you to exercise?  Check out this Medline Plus article:

MedlinePlus: Trusted Health Information for You

Handle Your Stress

Long-term stress can cause serious health problems or make existing ones worse.

Talking to a doctor about the symptoms you’re experiencing can help you determine if they’re due to stress or the result of another health problem.  Moreover, doctors are full of suggestions on how to effectively manage your stress levels and have resources to help you begin distressing your life. 

If you’re experiencing health problems that may be related to stress, schedule an appointment with a physician or health professional this week.

Tips from Former Smokers

Check out all of the resources available to help you quit smoking.

Go to the CDC website for more information.

Make Fast Food Friendlier

Try these tips from the American Heart Association:


Make Fast Food Friendlier

No Excuses

"i am too tired to exercise" is not a good excuse to skip that morning or after work routine.  Your body will get an energy boost from physical activity.

Challenge yourself to fight fatigue and stick to your exercise routine.  If it seems impossible than think about taking a 15 minute walk instead or just do a shortened version of your usual routine.

Apple Report

It is time to take a trip to an apple orchard.

Zestar and SweeTango, two University of Minnesota apples, are currently available and some growers already have Sweet Sixteens and Cortlands. SweeTango is known for its satisfying crunch and blast of sweet-tart flavor. Zestar has outstanding texture, flavor and storage life. The state fruit, the infamous Honeycrisp is fast approaching. Traditional favorites like Haralson, Regent and Honeygold are due to arrive late this month to early next month.

Free Varicose Vein Screening

On your feet all day? Do you experience discomfort, leg pain or swelling? Do you have varicose veins?

The underlying cause of varicose veins and heavy, achy legs can be treated with the Venefit Procedure.  It allows you to resume normal activities typically within 1 to 2 days.

• minimally invasive
• Fast and mild recovery
• Covered by most insurance for patients with venous reflux

To attend this FREE varicose vein screening, call now: 218-362-6183

September 18, 2013       4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Fairview Mesaba Clinics
3605 Mayfair Avenue
Hibbing, MN  55746

Healthy Aging

The USA.gov team gives this advice:

Staying in the pink

Get a group of friends together, and the subject eventually turns to health, from managing medications to getting more physically active. Use the Go4Life website from the National Institute on Aging for helpful tips, encouraging success stories and modern, realistic fitness plans to build your strength, flexibility and endurance. And visit WomensHealth.gov’s Healthy Aging section for suggestions on handling age-related health challenges, from treating osteoporosis and caring for aging skin to preventing falls and understanding drug labels.