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Wellness Wednesday: Fight food waste

The Department of Agriculture says 30% to 40% of food goes to waste in the United States — and the figure is likely higher because of the coronavirus pandemic. Food waste has become a dangerous habit: buying more than we need at supermarkets, letting fruits and…

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Wellness Wednesday: Sustainable energy snacks

Snacks that satisfy and provide sustainable energy? Yes, it’s possible! Here are a few to try: Cheesy: Popcorn tossed with spices and nutritional yeast. Fewer calories and sodium than packaged popcorn. Creamy: Plain Greek yogurt with a drop of vanilla extract, cinnamon, and some berries on top. Smooth and rich-tasting. Crunchy:…

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Wellness Wednesday Tip: Bigger breakfast

For most, dinner is the largest meal of the day. But in terms of weight, you may be better off following the old advice to eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper. New research from The…

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Wellness Wednesday Tip: Beat the heat

It’s HOT out there! Whether you’re spending time in your own outside space, planning a trip to the beach, visiting a local park or trail, or simply doing your usual outdoor exercise, keep these tips in mind to stay hydrated and prevent overheating. Always have water on hand.

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Wellness Wednesday Tip: Budget-friendly foods

This week’s Wellness Wednesday Tip from our in-house nutritionist & wellness coordinator, Tara Mardigan: Food prices have risen coast to coast since the Covid-19 pandemic as supply chains have experienced major disruptions. Keeping nutritious foods on hand is one way to help keep your immune system in balance – a…

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Congrats to our September Wellness Champ!

The last Wednesday of each month, we recognize an Odyssey House employee for their positive wellness efforts. This person is working on their wellness goals and along the way, they are inspiring others around them. This employee is the Wellness Wednesday Champion. Congratulations to this month’s Wellness Wednesday Champion, Roza…

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