Join the movement. Walk MS unites the community and keeps us all moving forward. Register today to join the Iron Range Walk MS in Chisholm on Sunday, May 3, 2009.
For more information and to register:
www.walkMS.org
800-582-5296
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
Help Your Children To Be Mentally Healthy
Explore the nine basic traits of human temperament and how these traits can be appreciated and nutured to help each child reach their full potential. Because temperament is a set of inborn traits, understanding each child's unique temperament will help adults understand how he or she learns best and provide learning tools to last a lifetime.
Pediatric Speaker Information Night
Who is My Child? Understanding Children's Temperaments
Pediatric Speaker Information Nights are free and open to the public.
Presenter: Terry Gilberston, PBS eight Ready to Learn Coordinator
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Greenhaven Elementary School Cafeteria 3rd Avenue East and 37th Street Hibbing Minnesota
Pediatric Speaker Information Night
Who is My Child? Understanding Children's Temperaments
Pediatric Speaker Information Nights are free and open to the public.
Presenter: Terry Gilberston, PBS eight Ready to Learn Coordinator
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Greenhaven Elementary School Cafeteria 3rd Avenue East and 37th Street Hibbing Minnesota
Friday, March 27, 2009
Remind Yourself To Exercise
Trying to find time to exercise? Use some cues and reminders that will make it easy. Place your exercise gear next to your alarm clock to encourage you to work out first thing in the morning. If you pack a lunch, include a reminder to signal you to take a quick walk on your lunch break. Schedule your workout in your day planner, or set your computer to let you know when it's time to get out and exercise.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Eating Out Safely
Staying healthy and avoiding foodborne illness involves more than just tossing out all of your peanut butter products. It also involves methods of food preparation and storage. With the free Eating Out Safely package of publications from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Federal Citizen Information Center, you’ll learn how to keep your family’s food safe, whether you’re picking up sandwiches from the corner deli, sitting down for a fancy meal or reheating leftovers in the microwave.
Ready-to-eat foods are often a quick and easy way to get a meal on the table at the end of a busy day, but if not properly cooked or refrigerated, they may be prone to carrying bacteria, like Listeria. Find out which commonly eaten foods easily grow Listeria, learn the symptoms of a Listeria infection and who’s most at risk and get tips for making sure your food is bacteria-free.
Eating Out Safely also offers a guide that answers questions about how long doggie bags can be kept and how to safely reheat meals. It suggests storing cold foods at 40 degrees F or lower and warming hot foods to 145 degrees F before eating them. The package also offers tips for ordering food in restaurants, such as avoiding uncooked selections and making sure meats are cooked thoroughly.
Help keep foodborne illnesses off your table by learning more with the free Eating Out Safely package.
There are three easy ways to order:
Send your name and address to Eating Out Safely, Pueblo, Colorado 81009.
Visit www.pueblo.gsa.gov/rc/n87eatingoutsafely.htm to place your order online or to read or print these and hundreds of other federal publications for free.
Or call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO. That's 1 (888) 878-3256, weekdays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, and ask for the Eating Out Safely package.
Ready-to-eat foods are often a quick and easy way to get a meal on the table at the end of a busy day, but if not properly cooked or refrigerated, they may be prone to carrying bacteria, like Listeria. Find out which commonly eaten foods easily grow Listeria, learn the symptoms of a Listeria infection and who’s most at risk and get tips for making sure your food is bacteria-free.
Eating Out Safely also offers a guide that answers questions about how long doggie bags can be kept and how to safely reheat meals. It suggests storing cold foods at 40 degrees F or lower and warming hot foods to 145 degrees F before eating them. The package also offers tips for ordering food in restaurants, such as avoiding uncooked selections and making sure meats are cooked thoroughly.
Help keep foodborne illnesses off your table by learning more with the free Eating Out Safely package.
There are three easy ways to order:
Send your name and address to Eating Out Safely, Pueblo, Colorado 81009.
Visit www.pueblo.gsa.gov/rc/n87eatingoutsafely.htm to place your order online or to read or print these and hundreds of other federal publications for free.
Or call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO. That's 1 (888) 878-3256, weekdays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, and ask for the Eating Out Safely package.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Get Moving to support a Cause!
Many local races and walks are held as fundraisers for various charities and organizations. Participating as a walker or runner is a great way to spread awareness, help fund research, and do something good for your mind and body.
One example is the West St. Louis County Relay for Life. The 2009 campaign has begun. Area cancer survivors and their supporters are already recruiting relay teams for the August walk. Most of the funds raised through the Relay go to cancer research, but some stays in the community to support local cancer patients.
Anyone interested in forming a team for the Relay may sign up online at www.relayforlife.org. They may also contact Cheri Burdick, team recruitment chairwoman, at 254-4692; Mark Demillo, event chairman, at demillomark@yahoo.com; or Renee Tomatz at Renee.Tomatz@mchi.com.
One example is the West St. Louis County Relay for Life. The 2009 campaign has begun. Area cancer survivors and their supporters are already recruiting relay teams for the August walk. Most of the funds raised through the Relay go to cancer research, but some stays in the community to support local cancer patients.
Anyone interested in forming a team for the Relay may sign up online at www.relayforlife.org. They may also contact Cheri Burdick, team recruitment chairwoman, at 254-4692; Mark Demillo, event chairman, at demillomark@yahoo.com; or Renee Tomatz at Renee.Tomatz@mchi.com.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Remember to Pat Yourself on the Back
Celebrate your progress!
If you're having trouble staying active and eating smart, step back and look at how far you have come. Treat yourself to a new pair of walking shoes, a pass to a yoga studio, or lessons to learn an exciting new sport such as golf or tennis. Low-fat or vegetarian cooking classes are other great ways to get inspired, have fun, and stay healthy!
Also remember the little calorie savers really add up!
If you're having trouble staying active and eating smart, step back and look at how far you have come. Treat yourself to a new pair of walking shoes, a pass to a yoga studio, or lessons to learn an exciting new sport such as golf or tennis. Low-fat or vegetarian cooking classes are other great ways to get inspired, have fun, and stay healthy!
Also remember the little calorie savers really add up!
- Substitute a no-calorie sweetener for sugar
- Season your vegetables with lemon instead of butter
- Use nonfat milk in your coffee instead of creamer
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Train for Future Fun!
Be a goal setter! Setting additional goals can help you have more fun and stay motivated. Consider training for a 5K or 10K walk or run. Decide that you want to do your normal routine, but faster or with more hills. Is there a hiking or camping trip that you have always wanted to do? Plan a weekend a few months from now and start training today.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Give the Gift of Health
Show your loved ones how much they mean to you. Give them the gift of health! Walking shoes, tennis supplies, gardening gear, and golf equipment are great ways to encourage your friends and family to get out and move more. Join them on a neighborhood walk, on the 9th hole, or at your local tennis court.
Give them a library card. Take a family walk to the library and check out the books, dvds, and magazines on fitness and healthy diet.
Give them a library card. Take a family walk to the library and check out the books, dvds, and magazines on fitness and healthy diet.
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
Participate in Fit City
Calling all participants! Do you engage in or does your organization offer a way to fit be that you would like to share with others? Maybe get them interested in your activity of choice? Then volunteer to participate in the fourth annual Fit City Event, the fun-filled community celebration that will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, at Bennett Park in Hibbing. Participants can set up a booth, give a demonstration or both. The event, organized by the Hibbing Healthy Lifestyles Coalition (HHLC), is aimed at showcasing ways to be active, stay fit and lead a healthy lifestyle. HHLC members are committed to creating and maintaining a city environment supportive of active living and providing opportunities for physical activity to people who live, work and play within the city. If interested in participating in Fit City, contact Nancy at the Hibbing Public Library at 362-5959 or Kelly at the Hibbing Daily Tribune at 262-1011.
Monday, March 02, 2009
Open Swim at the Old High School Pool
Fridays from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
March 13th - May 8th
(no open swim on April 10th)
Great family time and exercise!
$2.00 per person - pay at the door.
Only the first 25 swimmers allowed.
March 13th - May 8th
(no open swim on April 10th)
Great family time and exercise!
$2.00 per person - pay at the door.
Only the first 25 swimmers allowed.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Velvet & Iron 2009
Friday, April 17, 2009
Hibbing Memorial Building
East Entrance
Registration begins at 4:30 p.m.
This year the following speakers will present programs:
Milie Nwoye, Dr. of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Fairview Mesaba Clinic in Hibbing
The Journey from PMS to Menopause - Navigating the Turbulence
Shirley M. H. Johnson, Licensed Psychologist, Fairview UMC-M
Moving Through Unchartered Territory - Set Course for Happiness
Keynote Speaker, Janie Jasin, CSP
The Journey to Wisdom, Humor & Surprises - Set Course to Leap Boulders and Cross Bridges
Janie is an author ("The Littlest Christmas Tree" & other books), mom, grandmom, and business woman. She has been speaking for over 30 years and will deliver her message with a sense of humor and purpose.
To register visit www.range.fairview.org or call 218-362-6734 or 888-870-8626 Ext. 6734
Registration fee is $20.00
Please mail registrations payable to Fairview UMC-M to:
Jana Bell RN
Diabetes Resource Center
Fairview University Medical Center - Mesabi
750 E. 34th Street
Hibbing, MN 55746
Hibbing Memorial Building
East Entrance
Registration begins at 4:30 p.m.
This year the following speakers will present programs:
Milie Nwoye, Dr. of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Fairview Mesaba Clinic in Hibbing
The Journey from PMS to Menopause - Navigating the Turbulence
Shirley M. H. Johnson, Licensed Psychologist, Fairview UMC-M
Moving Through Unchartered Territory - Set Course for Happiness
Keynote Speaker, Janie Jasin, CSP
The Journey to Wisdom, Humor & Surprises - Set Course to Leap Boulders and Cross Bridges
Janie is an author ("The Littlest Christmas Tree" & other books), mom, grandmom, and business woman. She has been speaking for over 30 years and will deliver her message with a sense of humor and purpose.
To register visit www.range.fairview.org or call 218-362-6734 or 888-870-8626 Ext. 6734
Registration fee is $20.00
Please mail registrations payable to Fairview UMC-M to:
Jana Bell RN
Diabetes Resource Center
Fairview University Medical Center - Mesabi
750 E. 34th Street
Hibbing, MN 55746
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
A Night Out is Good For You Too!
Enjoy an evening of fine wine, fabulous food, relaxing spa treatments, limo rides and ladies only shopping. This great "ladies only" evening will also feature a live performance by comedian and author, LORNA LANDVIK, author of Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons and Patty Jane's House of Curl.
March 27, 2009
6:30 p.m.
Rich Cuisine Event Center
201 West 7th Ave.
Flood, MN 55736
For more information and teckets visit: www.richcatering.com
March 27, 2009
6:30 p.m.
Rich Cuisine Event Center
201 West 7th Ave.
Flood, MN 55736
For more information and teckets visit: www.richcatering.com
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Recipe of the Week from "America on the Move"
Pineapple Yogurt Dip
Recipe provided by SPLENDA
Ingredients
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1 (8 0unce) container fat-free plain yogurt
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained well
1/2 cup SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener, granulated
Directions
Process cream cheese, yogurt, pineapple, and SPLENDA granulated sweetener in a food processor or blender until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Spoon into a serving dish; cover and chill. Serve with assorted fresh fruit.
Nutrition Info
Exchanges per Serving: 1/2 Starch
Servings Per Recipe: 24
Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Amount per Serving
Calories: 30
Calories from Fat: 15
Total Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 50mg
Total Carbs: 2g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 2g
Recipe provided by SPLENDA
Ingredients
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1 (8 0unce) container fat-free plain yogurt
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained well
1/2 cup SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener, granulated
Directions
Process cream cheese, yogurt, pineapple, and SPLENDA granulated sweetener in a food processor or blender until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Spoon into a serving dish; cover and chill. Serve with assorted fresh fruit.
Nutrition Info
Exchanges per Serving: 1/2 Starch
Servings Per Recipe: 24
Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Amount per Serving
Calories: 30
Calories from Fat: 15
Total Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 50mg
Total Carbs: 2g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 2g
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Try These Tips for Healthy Eating
What is a healthy eating plan?
· Emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products.
· Includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts.
· Is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium), and added sugars.
· For more specific information about food groups and nutrition values, visit: www.healthierus.gov/dietaryguidelines.
Also remember these tips:
· Eat breakfast every day. People who eat breakfast are less likely to overeat later in the day. Breakfast also gives you energy and helps you get your day off to a healthy start.
· Choose whole grains more often. Try whole-wheat breads and pastas, oatmeal, brown rice, or bulgur.
· Select a mix of colorful vegetables each day. Vegetables of different colors provide different nutrients. Choose dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale, collards, and mustard greens, and reds and oranges such as carrots, sweet potatoes, red peppers, and tomatoes.
· Choose fresh, canned, or frozen fruit more often than fruit juice. Fruit juice has little or no fiber, and the calories may be high. Fresh, canned, or frozen fruit is often better for you. If you eat canned fruit, opt for fruit packed in water rather than syrup.
· Use fats and oils sparingly. Olive, canola, and peanut oils, avocados, nuts and nut butters, olives, and fish provide heart-healthy fat as well as vitamins and minerals.
· Eat sweets sparingly. Limit foods and beverages that are high in added sugars.
· Eat three meals every day. If you skip meals or replace a meal with a snack, you might overeat later on.
· Have low-fat, low-sugar snacks on hand. Whether you are at home, at work, or on the go, healthy snacks may help to combat hunger and prevent overeating.
· Emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products.
· Includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts.
· Is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium), and added sugars.
· For more specific information about food groups and nutrition values, visit: www.healthierus.gov/dietaryguidelines.
Also remember these tips:
· Eat breakfast every day. People who eat breakfast are less likely to overeat later in the day. Breakfast also gives you energy and helps you get your day off to a healthy start.
· Choose whole grains more often. Try whole-wheat breads and pastas, oatmeal, brown rice, or bulgur.
· Select a mix of colorful vegetables each day. Vegetables of different colors provide different nutrients. Choose dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale, collards, and mustard greens, and reds and oranges such as carrots, sweet potatoes, red peppers, and tomatoes.
· Choose fresh, canned, or frozen fruit more often than fruit juice. Fruit juice has little or no fiber, and the calories may be high. Fresh, canned, or frozen fruit is often better for you. If you eat canned fruit, opt for fruit packed in water rather than syrup.
· Use fats and oils sparingly. Olive, canola, and peanut oils, avocados, nuts and nut butters, olives, and fish provide heart-healthy fat as well as vitamins and minerals.
· Eat sweets sparingly. Limit foods and beverages that are high in added sugars.
· Eat three meals every day. If you skip meals or replace a meal with a snack, you might overeat later on.
· Have low-fat, low-sugar snacks on hand. Whether you are at home, at work, or on the go, healthy snacks may help to combat hunger and prevent overeating.
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
National Wear Red Day
National Wear Red Day-February 6, 2009-is a day when Americans nationwide will wear red to show their support for women's heart disease awareness. This observance promotes the Red Dress symbol and provides an opportunity for everyone to unite in this life-saving awareness movement by showing off a favorite red dress, shirt, or tie, or Red Dress Pin.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
FDA Warning
FDA Warns Consumers Against Dietary Supplement Containing Undeclared Drug.
The FDA has recently posted a warning to consumers about diet aid products that contain Sibutramine. Sibutramine is described as a controlled substance with risks for abuse or addiction. It is a potent drug that poses potential safety risks.
For the complete information and web site links for actual products go to:
http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2009/NEW01950.html
The FDA has recently posted a warning to consumers about diet aid products that contain Sibutramine. Sibutramine is described as a controlled substance with risks for abuse or addiction. It is a potent drug that poses potential safety risks.
For the complete information and web site links for actual products go to:
http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2009/NEW01950.html
Tips to Help You Keep That Resolution
If you gave up smoking as your New Year's resolution and your resolve is starting to falter these tips might help you stay on track:
Remember that quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your own health and that of the people around you.
Make a list of the reasons you decided to quit and keep it handy. Pull it out when temptation hits.
Create a non-smoking environment at home and at work, and spend as much free time in non-smoking places (libraries, museums, malls) as possible.
Keep toothpicks, carrots, celery sticks, or gum on hand to replace a cigarette in your mouth.
Stay away from situations or places you link with smoking. Create new routines.
Remember that quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your own health and that of the people around you.
Make a list of the reasons you decided to quit and keep it handy. Pull it out when temptation hits.
Create a non-smoking environment at home and at work, and spend as much free time in non-smoking places (libraries, museums, malls) as possible.
Keep toothpicks, carrots, celery sticks, or gum on hand to replace a cigarette in your mouth.
Stay away from situations or places you link with smoking. Create new routines.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Bread and Soup Workshop
Bread and Soup Workshop - Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Nothing tastes better than homemade soup and bread, especially in the chilly winter months. plus, it's an economical and healthy way to stretch your food budget. Come learn how to make "Beth's Italian Soup" and focacia bread. You will sample the soup in class and bring home a loaf of bread. Bring a bag to carry home your loaf of bread.
1 Session, Saturday, January 31st at 8:30 a.m. in room 13 of the Hibbing High School.
For more information or to register call 218-262-0417.
Nothing tastes better than homemade soup and bread, especially in the chilly winter months. plus, it's an economical and healthy way to stretch your food budget. Come learn how to make "Beth's Italian Soup" and focacia bread. You will sample the soup in class and bring home a loaf of bread. Bring a bag to carry home your loaf of bread.
1 Session, Saturday, January 31st at 8:30 a.m. in room 13 of the Hibbing High School.
For more information or to register call 218-262-0417.
Food Pryamid
Food Pyramid
USDA has released the MyPyramid food guidance system. Along with the new MyPyramid symbol, the system provides many options to help Americans make healthy food choices and to be active every day.
One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice to help you:
• Make smart choices from every food group.
• Find your balance between food and physical activity.
• Get the most nutrition out of your calories.
• Stay within your daily calorie needs.
For more information go to: www.mypyramid.gov
USDA has released the MyPyramid food guidance system. Along with the new MyPyramid symbol, the system provides many options to help Americans make healthy food choices and to be active every day.
One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice to help you:
• Make smart choices from every food group.
• Find your balance between food and physical activity.
• Get the most nutrition out of your calories.
• Stay within your daily calorie needs.
For more information go to: www.mypyramid.gov
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Autism in Minnesota Survey
If you are affected by autism in the state of Minnesota, we ask for your participation in the following survey. The purpose of this survey is to collect data regarding various issues for individuals with autism in Minnesota. This data will be used by the Minnesota Autism Task Force to make recommendations to the Minnesota State Senate and Governor.
Your participation in this survey is completely voluntary and your decision about participation will have no impact on your relationship with the State. If you choose to provide contact information at the end of the survey, your responses will not be linked to your contact information.
We greatly appreciate your input. If you know of other families or professionals who may also be interested in participating, please feel free to forward this survey link to them.
Surveys will be collected on an ongoing basis until February 15, 2009. Please take the survey only once.
Take the Survey
Your participation in this survey is completely voluntary and your decision about participation will have no impact on your relationship with the State. If you choose to provide contact information at the end of the survey, your responses will not be linked to your contact information.
We greatly appreciate your input. If you know of other families or professionals who may also be interested in participating, please feel free to forward this survey link to them.
Surveys will be collected on an ongoing basis until February 15, 2009. Please take the survey only once.
Take the Survey
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