Processed Foods: Where is all that salt coming from?

Processed Foods: Where is all that salt coming from?

Celebrate Earth Day Outside

Make the most of Earth Day by enjoying the outdoors this week. Bring one of your favorite indoor activities outdoors! Walk or run outdoors.  Or use this opportunity to try a completely new activity.

Yale Heart Study

Tobacco Cessation Classes

Healthy Eating at the Office

The American Council on Exercise lists these suggestions to help you stick to a healthy eating plan at the office:

• Create a meal plan for your meals at work, and decide what you'll eat for each meal and snack each day at the office; pay attention to your office cafeteria's menu so you know to bring something healthy on days when their offerings might tempt you.
• Prepare your meals and snacks for the next day the night before so you're not rushed and tempted to skip it.
• Eat a nutritious, balanced breakfast each morning; include a combination of fruits, vegetables, lean protein and whole grains.
• Avoid high-fat, processed foods for lunch and try to eat freshly prepared foods whenever you can.
• Indulge in healthy treats or small portions of your favorite desserts; try satisfying your craving with berries or a single-size portion of candy or dessert.

National Infant Immunization Week

National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW)

April 20-27, 2013

NIIW is an annual observance to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and celebrate the achievements of immunization programs and their partners in promoting healthy communities.

Babies are on the move– visiting grocery stores, playgrounds and other places with their parents and caregivers. As they come into contact with other people, though, babies can also be exposed to serious diseases, like measles and whooping cough.

Parents can protect their child from 14 diseases before they turn 2 years old by making sure they get all of the safe, proven protection of vaccines according to CDC’s recommended immunization schedule.

For more information on immunization programs check out the Minnesota Department ofHealth on the web.

Healthy Lunch Club

Join Healthy Lunch Club for a presentation by

Sara Madden, Pharm D, Inpatient Staff Pharmacist Fairview Range

"Supplements, Vitamins & Diet Pills"

 

What works, what doesn't and how they interact with medications and your body.

 

April 25, 2013

12:00 PM

Fairview Range Board Room

 

$10 Members; $15 Non-Members

RSVP by April 19th at hibbcofc@hibbing.org or 218-262-3895

 

 

Menu:

Chef Salad with a variety of dressings

Fruit Cup

Multi-Grain Dinner Roll

Angel Food Cake with Fruit Garnish

Beverage

Vitamin and dietary supplements continue to become readily available to the public.  So how do we keep them all straight?  You will learn about the proper use, safety, and effectiveness of these medications and especially any warnings if you take prescription medications.

Sara Madden, Pharm D. is a staff pharmacist at Fairview University Medical Center - Mesabi.  She is also a medication therapy management for provider at Fairview Mesabi Clinic - Hibbing.

Take a Hike

Now that spring is here getting outside for a walk should be on your list.  Remember that having the proper shoes is a must for your hike.


The American Council on Exercise offers this advice:

• Choose a shoe with good traction, particularly if your hike will cover hilly terrain.
• Consider a pair of shoes specifically made for hiking. Or you can wear a quality pair of walking or running shoes.
• Choose lightweight shoes that keep your feet dry if you encounter a stream or puddle.
• Whatever type of shoes you wear, make sure they fit well to prevent blisters and discomfort.

National Donate Life Month

This April is the 10th annual National Donate Life Month.  Originally a week long observance, it was officially recognized as a month-long event in 2003.  The celebration commemorates those who have received or continue to wait for lifesaving transplants.

There are now 110 million registered donors in the Unties States.  Still, the number of people in need of transplants continues to rise.  The solution to this problem is to continue educating the public about the lifesaving effects of donation and transplantation and get them to make their decision known by signing up through the state donor registery.

To register to be a donor or for more information visit www.DonateLifeMN.org.

Hibbing parents advised on preparations for summer - Hibbing Daily Tribune: News

Check out this article in the Hibbing Daily Tribune.

Hibbing parents advised on preparations for summer - Hibbing Daily Tribune: News

Exercise in the Garden

If we are patient, the weather will soon be warm enough to work in the garden.  Remember that gardening is great exercise.  Check out the following tips:

The American Council on Exercise suggests how to tone up while working in the garden:

• Start off slowly to avoid soreness and injury.
• Work in your garden for 30 minutes to an hour at a time at least three times per week.
• Turn your compost pile and pull weeds by hand to work your upper body muscles.
• Use hoeing and raking to strengthen your upper body and trunk.
• Dig in the dirt to work your thigh muscles.
• Use a push mower to get in a cardiovascular workout.

Stay Busy if You Are Giving Up Smoking

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics lists these suggestions to help curb weight gain when quitting smoking:

• Keep your hands busy by drawing, knitting or doing puzzles.
• Try to cut back on your caffeine intake, as it's often associated with smoking.
• Get plenty of sleep so you feel rested.
• Instead of taking a cigarette break, go for a brisk walk.
• Have plenty of healthy, convenient foods on hand for snacking, such as low-fat dairy foods.

Talk To Your Doctor Before Dieting

The American Academy of Family Physicians lists these things to discuss with your doctor about your weight-loss plans:

• Ask for educational brochures or other materials from your doctor about calorie-counting, healthy eating habits and exercise.
• Ask your doctor to measure your body-mass index (a measure of body fat based on height and weight) and your waist circumference, and ask what that means for your health.
• Explain to your doctor about your current physical activity and eating habits, and talk about changes that you can make to help yourself get healthier.
• Consider how many changes you are willing to make to your lifestyle before meeting with your doctor.
• Ask for information about local specialists such as dietitians and personal trainers, and whether they may be covered by your health plan.

Are You a Distracted Eater?

If you watch TV, read, or do other chores while eating you are more likely to consume unneeded calories.

See this article at Medline Plus.

Broiled Fish Makes a Healthy Dinner

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics lists these tips for broiling delicious, healthy fish.

• Understand how the technique works -- broiling is basically like grilling food upside down, since the heat comes from above the food instead of below it.
• Use aluminum foil to line a baking dish, and spray it with cooking spray.
• Place the fish in the dish, skin side down.
• Slide the baking dish into the oven about 5 inches away from the broiler.
• Fish should appear flaky and opaque when done; test it with a food thermometer to make sure it has reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees.

Exercise When You Travel

The American Council on Exercise lists these suggestions for exercising while traveling:

• Instead of your usual stair-climbing machine, look for tall buildings or stadiums where you can climb the stairs.
• Walk through the new city and explore; look for a hiking trail or a local park.
• Try to walk to more of your destinations rather than driving or taking a cab.
• Find out if your hotel has a fitness center or pool and pack your workout or swim clothes.
• Ask about a local gym where you can get a short-term pass or pack simple workout equipment like a jump rope or an exercise tube.
• Try exercising in your hotel room by doing activities that don't require equipment, such as push-ups and crunches.

Quit Smoking for Heart Health

Quitting smoking is good for your heart even if there is a modest weight gain.

See the following information on Medline Plus and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_134864.html

http://www.nih.gov/news/health/mar2013/nhlbi-13.htm

Food Choice Consequences

Check out the following article to see which foods you should be passing up.


MedlinePlus

Amercian Cancer Society Relay for Life

The American Cancer Society Relay for Life annual kick-off event will be at Zimmy's on March 11th from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  Anyone interested in learning more about Relay for Life is encouraged to attend.

This year's overnight event will be held at Bennett Park on August 9th and the theme will be Christmas in August.  Teams of local businesses, schools, churches, community groups and families help to build awareness and raise funds, prior to and at the event, in the fight against cancer.  Teams are starting to form now!

You can register a team at the Zimmy's kick-off or you can register on-line at any time.  Volunteers are needed to organize and recruit teams, secure community support, coordinate logistics, obtain refreshments and prizes, assist with publicity and plan entertainment activities for this exciting event.

For more information on the Relay for Life Celebration, contact the American Cancer Society at 847-368-1166 or visit Relayforlife.org/hibbingmn.

County offers safe medicine disposal - Hibbing Daily Tribune: Health

A medication drop box is located in Hibbing  Sheriff’s Department, 1810 12th Ave. E.

Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

See the article in the Hibbing Daily Tribune for complete information.

County offers safe medicine disposal - Hibbing Daily Tribune: Health