Whole Grains

A diet rich in whole grains will help give you the energy you need to get through your busy days!
Remember just because it's brown doesn't mean it's whole grain...look for the words 'whole grain, whole (name of grain), and whole wheat'. 
Popcorn, oatmeal, and brown rice are always whole grains!
The word enriched doesn not mean it is a whole grain.  It is, in fact, refined!

Try this recipie!

Baked Barley with Mushrooms
1/2 pound sliced mushrooms
1 medium sized sliced carrot
1 small diced onion
1 cup chicken bouillon
4 cups water
3/4 cup barley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

In a 2 quart casserole dish, mix all ingredients and cover.  Bake in 350 degree oven for 2 hours, stirring occisionally.  Enjoy!

Week 2 of the circuit training challenge!

You survived week 1! Are your quads sore...hamstrings...? I consider sore muscles a good thing (as long as you didn't forget to stretch!) It means you had a killer workout and are hopefully eager to start week 2!
How are you creatively fitting in exercise? Sit-ups while watching your favorite show... side bends? Lunges down the hallway? hopscotch on the way to pick up your papers from the printer? Don't be afraid to skip down the hallway and ALWAYS take the stairs:)
Good luck on week 2!

Want to try growing your own fruits and veggies this summer?

Now's a great time to start!
Check out www.squarefootgardening.com for great tips and tricks on square foot gardening! Thanks to Mike Marshall for putting on a great brown bag last week on Square Foot Gardening! If you didn't get a copy of his handout and would like one contact Kari and uchlth.karis@state.ut.us

Don't forget to sign up for the second quarter challenge, Circuit Training! It start this Sunday, April 29th. Sign up on your Orriant account.

Great 100 calorie snack ideas!

Check out this link for great 100 calorie snack ideas!
http://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-100-calorie-snacks?ecd=wnl_din_041912

What is Quinoa?

Have you heard about quinoa (pronounced keen-wah)? It's actually a seed but is considered a whole grain by MyPlate.com guidelines. It's very similar to rice or couscous, but it's full of protein so it's a great addition to any meatless meal. Try it out; for several quinoa recipes, click here.

Watch your salt!

Too much sodium is bad for our health. It can increase your blood pressure and risk for a heart attack and stroke. Most of the sodium we eat comes from processed, store bought foods and restaurant food.

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Here are a few suggestions of things you can do to keep your sodium consumption in check:

Know the recommended daily limits for sodium. For adults, the guideline for sodium intake is less than 2,300 mg of sodium per day. If you're at high risk for high blood pressure the guideline goes to less than 1,500 mg per day.

Choose to eat more fresh fruit and vegetables.

Read the nutrition facts on your purchased food.

Ask for low sodium foods in restaurants.

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If anyone is interested in participating in an on-site Weight Watchers class (probably held in the HJB), or interested in purchasing a Curves membership at a discounted price contact Kari at uchlth.karis@state.ut.us or 801-851-7098!

Are you committed to your goals?

Commitment is a visible and compelling force that contains the drive and energy to act. Commitment is the path of least resistance because, once engaged, there are no decisions left to be made. With commitment the next step is as good as done! (Intrinsic Coaching)

How Much Sleep Do You Need?

It's easy to forget that sleep is an important factor in our health. Insufficient sleep is associated with several chronic conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and depression. Additionally, drowsy driving can be as dangerous as drunk driving. Getting adequate sleep is a necessity, not a luxury.

To find out how much sleep you and your children should be getting, click here.