SCCSD Wellness Newsletter 1 September 8, 2015 September is Fruits & Veggies - More Matters Month Eating fruits and vegetables has many health benefits. People who eat a healthy, balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables can help lower their risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Eating healthy can also help prevent obesity and high blood pressure. However, many people don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables. Fewer than 1 in 7 adults eat the recommended amount of fruits every day. Fewer than 1 in 10 adults eat the recommended amount of vegetables every day. Eating a healthy diet with plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you: Lower your risk for heart disease and some types of cancer. Maintain or reach a healthy weight. Keep your body strong and active. Here are some ideas to help you and your family fit more fruits and vegetables into your day: Keep a bowl of fruit handy where the whole family can see it. Cut up fruits and veggies ahead of time so they’re ready for quick, healthy snacks. Challenge your family to try a new veggie or fruit every week. Referring to MyPlate (ChooseMyPlate.gov) can help you prioritize your food choices. The icon features a plate split into 4 sections: Fruits Vegetables Grains Protein A cup, representing dairy, is off to the side. The breakdown reminds you to make half of your plate fruits and vegetables. It also highlights the other important food groups for a well-balanced meal: whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy. REMINDER: To access information on Health Benefits, EAP, Leaves, previous Wellness Newsletters, and HR info, go to the District website at the following address: http://www.siouxcityschools.org/?department=human-resources
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SCCSD Wellness
Newsletter
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September 8, 2015
September is Fruits & Veggies - More Matters Month Eating fruits and vegetables has many health benefits. People who eat a healthy, balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables can help lower their risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Eating healthy can also help prevent obesity and high blood pressure.
However, many people don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables.
Fewer than 1 in 7 adults eat the recommended amount of fruits every day.
Fewer than 1 in 10 adults eat the recommended amount of vegetables every day.
Eating a healthy diet with plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you:
Lower your risk for heart disease and some types of cancer.
Maintain or reach a healthy weight.
Keep your body strong and active.
Here are some ideas to help you and your family fit more fruits and vegetables into your day:
Keep a bowl of fruit handy where the whole family can see it.
Cut up fruits and veggies ahead of time so they’re ready for quick, healthy snacks.
Challenge your family to try a new veggie or fruit every week.
Referring to MyPlate (ChooseMyPlate.gov) can help you prioritize your food choices. The icon features a plate split into 4 sections:
Fruits Vegetables Grains Protein A cup, representing dairy, is off to the side.
The breakdown reminds you to make half of your plate fruits and vegetables. It also highlights the other important food groups for a well-balanced meal: whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy.
REMINDER: To access information on Health Benefits, EAP, Leaves, previous Wellness Newsletters, and HR info, go to the District website at the following address: http://www.siouxcityschools.org/?department=human-resources
Staff Submission Christine Poeckes’ granddaughter, Kaia, is the Honorary Youth Ambassador for Race for Hope this year. She will be in the 6th grade at East Middle this year. Her role is to spread the word about the importance of exercise for youth. Attached is an article she wrote for a local running newsletter.
Race for Hope By: Kaia Downs
Hello, my name is Kaia Downs. I am 11 years old and I come from a running family. I ran my very first race when I was 13 months old. I am the Honorary Youth Ambassador for the Race for Hope, and my role is to get other kids to join the race and teach about the importance of running.
First of all, running helps keep kids out of trouble. When kids run they have something to do with their free time, instead of things like drugs. Also in running, there are many great role models to look up to. It teaches kids motivation and focus to accomplish healthy goals. It gives kids a place to fit in instead of places they could get in trouble, like gangs.
Second, running benefits all other sports! In basketball you run, in football you run, and in baseball you run. If you are not that great of a runner in the sport you play, RUNNING HELPS THAT! Everyone can run no matter what their size is. If you need to start out walking you're still moving. You don't have to be fast or go long distances, you just have to move.
Finally, running makes everyone healthier. The Center for Disease Control says over one third of American children and teenagers are obese. They have higher chances of high blood pressure, prediabetes, bone and joint problems, and feel bad about themselves. Running uses almost all of your body parts. It is also just a good thing to do if you want to lose weight. Running is a good and beneficial thing to do.
Please join me, my family, and my friends in the Race for Hope on September 19 at Adams Nature Preserve. I would be honored to have you show support for youth running by joining my team at www.siouxlandraceforhope.com or forming your own team to support someone fighting cancer.
My team name is: Kids on the Run. Make sure you pick that team when registering. This year kids cost only $15 for 5k and $10 for Kid's Race. This includes a shirt and good food and company afterwards.
Bike to Work Week I want to thank Larry Leigh, Linda Mize, Kyle Lewis, Jennie Stevenson, Katherine Angerman, Kevin Clark, Kimberly Keilman, Ray Nanek, Lora Kraemer, Gary Sitzmann, Christopher Engel, Michelle Pick, Kari Webb, and Sara Berntson for participating in the Bike to work week. Sara Bertson was the big winner! She won the donated bike from Siouxland Cyclists, and actually upgraded to the awesome bike you see to the right. Way to go Sara!
We will be conducting FREE Health Screenings and Flu Shots during the last two weeks of October if you are enrolled under the District’s UnitedHealthcare medical insurance. The onsite screening services include: Body Mass Index, Blood Pressure, Glucose (Blood Sugar) Level, and Cholesterol Level. You will need to go to the following website to sign up for a time for your health screening: https://register.wellness-inc.com/siouxcityschools. If you do not have access to a computer or need
help registering, please call Stefanie at 293-2356. You will need to sign up separately for a flu shot at each location. If you do not have the District’s
medical insurance the cost for the flu shot will be $22.00. You must be 18 or older to get the flu shot.
Health Screening Locations and Times:
East High October 20 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM North High October 20 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM West Middle October 21 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM East Middle October 21 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM North Middle October 22 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM West High October 22 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM Morningside October 27 6:45 AM - 9:45 AM Loess Hills October 27 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Liberty October 28 6:45 AM - 9:45 AM Irving October 28 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Leeds October 29 6:45 AM - 9:45 AM Spalding Park October 29 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM O&M October 30 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM ESC October 30 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Wellness Events around Siouxland
Race for Hope - All proceeds (100%) from this event go directly to the June E. Nylen Cancer Center to benefit programs and services for the patients of the Cancer Center and their families. The course is located along the Adams Nature Trail, and each mile will be marked. There will be a 5K walk/run, 15K run, Kids Fun Run, and there will be activities for children between 9 AM and 11 AM near the Welcome Center. Saturday, September 19, 2015 with registration opening at 7:30 AM. Please go to http://siouxlandraceforhope.com/race-faq/ for further information.
Tots and Tykes Cooking Class - This class is perfect for your 3- to 5-year-old. This is a great class for parents to learn about toddler nutrition while giving your child a safe environment to play with and try new foods. Sign up at Customer Service at least 24 hours in advance. Parents are asked to stay in class and participate with their children. Menu: Apple and Dip, Turkey and Apple Tossed Salad and Moose Lips. Saturday, September 19, 2015 from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM at the Gordon Drive Hy-Vee. Cost is $5 per child. Please visit https://www.hy-vee.com/stores/calendar/calendar.aspx?s=153&m=9&y=2015 for further information.
Future Chefs Cooking Class - Sign up for a kids’ cooking class where kids can make fun, healthy snacks on their own! This month, kids will have fun making Apple-licious recipes. Sign up at Customer Service at least 24 hours in advance. Registration is required. Recommended ages are 5-12. Menu: Turkey and Apple Tossed Salad, Moose Lips, Apple and Candy Bar Salad and Apple and Dip. Saturday, September 19, 2015 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Gordon Drive Hy-Vee. Cost is $5 per child. Please visit https://www.hy-vee.com/stores/calendar/calendar.aspx?s=153&m=9&y=2015 for further information.
Kid Shape 2.0 - An eight week program for families to get hands on learning and activities in nutrition, personal skills and physical activity to help eat well, move more and have fun doing it. Students must be in the 85th percentile or higher for their BMI (Body Mass Index). Starting September 22, 2015 through November 10, 2015 on Tuesdays from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Please contact Corey Loffswold at 712-279-6845 or Jerry Hernandez at 712-279-2010 for more information.
Her Health Women's Center Diaper Dash Walk/Run - Participants may run in a diaper, dress up their babies' diapers or bring a pack of diapers for our newborn 'clients.' Medals to our first three male and three female finishers. The Chick-fil-A Cow will be there to pass out free breakfast biscuits to all our participants. Create a team and participate together. Minimum sponsorship is $30 for adults with free t-shirts for those raising $100 or more. Prizes to the top fund-raisers. Fun for the whole family. All funds raised go to Her Health Women's Center, helping women facing unintended pregnancies. Call Susie at 712-276-0237 with any questions. Saturday, September 26, 2015 starting with check-in at 9 AM at Crystal Cove Park in South Sioux City, NE. Register at www.herhealthdiaperdash.com.
Fall Walk for Leaders Dogs for the Blind - Sponsored by Sioux City Lions Club and presented by The Dogwood Pet Hotel and Day Spa. Bring your dog or dogs to join Muncie and Sybi, Leader Dogs for the Blind, Guide Dogs in Training, for a 1 mile walk at Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve. Fun starts at 11 AM with coffee and snack, walk at 11:30 AM. Registration is $25 per family. 100% of all proceeds go to Leader Dogs for the Blind. There will be prizes and neckerchiefs for the first 100 registrants. Pre-register now by coming by or calling The Dogwood Pet Hotel and Day Spa at 1200 Northshore Drive, McCook Lake, SD 57049, or call 605.232.DOGS (3647). Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 11AM. Please visit www.dogwoodpethotel.com for further information.
Walk at the Whistle - Healthiest State Walk on October 7, 2015. The 1-kilometer walk that will coincide with the outdoor alarm heard at noon in many communities. Visit www.iowaheathieststate.com today to find or create your event and keep on the path to a healthier lifestyle.
Get Your Bib On
People who go to the dentist at least once a year are more likely to feel better about their lives. The Healthiest State Initiative is devoted to making Iowa the healthiest state in the nation. One way they are focused on improving Iowa’s well-being ranking is by encouraging you to visit the dentist and “Get Your Bib On.”
As part of your health benefits package, you may be receiving dental coverage. Are you taking full advantage of your dental benefits?
Most dental plans cover preventive check-ups and cleanings. You may not even have to meet your deductible before taking advantage of these benefits. That means you can save your smile with little or no out-of-pocket cost.
Not only could preventive check-ups save your smile, they could also help you avoid a costly procedure in the future. Regular visits to the dentist can help stop problems from developing into more serious ones, saving you from more complicated dental treatment.
Plus, your dentist can screen for oral cancer at you exam and can also detect signs of other health issues such as diabetes and heart disease. And adults who report good dental health are also more likely to report good or better overall well-being.
So what are you waiting for? Don’t miss out on a healthy smile. Take advantage of your dental benefits today. Visit GetYourBibOn.com for tips on improving your dental health. The “Get Your Bib On” campaign is sponsored by Delta Dental of Iowa and The Meyocks Group.
Take care of your health and be rewarded SimplyEngaged is a personal health and wellness program which allows you to earn rewards when you complete these health and wellness actions.
It’s easy to start earning rewards1
Access the NEW Reward Program Overview through Rally™ when you log in to myuhc.com for specific details regarding your wellness incentive program. We will be sending out more information on this exciting NEW program!
Earn a Reward
Participate in a biometric health screening2 and get a $75 reward
Participate in a confidential event through any of the following convenient options: Worksite event (if employer has elected); Health Provider Form; or Lab Screening
Learn more about your important health numbers: total cholesterol, blood pressure and Body Mass Index (BMI).
Complete an online health survey2 through Rally when you log in to myuhc.com® within
90 days of the start of the program and get a $25 reward Answer all of the survey questions to personalize your overall experience. Complete the survey and receive your results as a “Rally Age” – an indicator of how your health
age compares with your actual age.
Get a $20 reward each month that you visit a participating fitness center2 at least
12 times per month Register at a participating fitness center or YMCA® through the Health and Wellness tab on
myuhc.com. You must present your fitness ID card each time you go to the gym.
Complete a telephone-based health coaching program and get a $75 reward
Complete the health survey in order to participate in this health coaching program. Call the Health Coach at 1-800-478-1057 to begin working on your personal health improvement
plan. Plan accordingly. A telephone-based health coaching session takes three to five months to
complete.
Complete at least 3 Missions2 through the Rally experience and get a $50 reward
Complete the health survey to receive suggested online health actions or “Missions”. Missions are interactive and provide choice that may help you maintain your health.
Plan accordingly. Each mission can take at least four weeks to complete.
Estimate health care costs on myuhc.com and get a $25 reward
Perform at least one cost estimate on an upcoming procedure.
Get simple, comprehensive estimates for your health care costs to help you make more informed decisions.
1 Type of reward is determined by your employer. Log into myuhc.com and click on the Health and Wellness tab to learn more about the reward applicable to you. There is a maximum associated with these rewards. Employees and covered spouse can earn rewards separately. The worksite event is for employees only. Children may not participate in the reward program. Incentives can be earned only once every plan year. 2 Log in to myuhc.com with your user name and password. If you are not registered, you can follow the steps under “Register Now”. After you are logged into myuhc.com, click on the Health and Wellness tab to access the Rally experience.
UHCTV UHC TV is an online television network that presents relevant, focused, educational and entertaining video programs about good health and living well to help people get inspired to grow healthy and live better. From expert advice on healthy living to side-splitting comedy, it's available online anytime.
Wellness Video Library
Coping with Divorce and Joining a Divorce Support Group. When you're recovering from a divorce, it's important to take time to explore the strengths and weaknesses of your marriage. Joining a divorce support group can help you begin to heal. http://www.uhc.tv/uhc_video/coping-with-divorce-and-joining-a-divorce-support-group Cold and Allergy Relief: Antihistamines and Decongestants. Antihistamines and decongestants treat the symptoms of colds, allergies, and upper respiratory tract infections. http://www.uhc.tv/uhc_video/cold-and-allergy-relief-antihistamines-and-decongestants
Healthy Recipe – Quinoa Salad with Spinach and Roasted Strawberries
Ingredients For the dressing:
1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon orange zest 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
For the salad: 1 cup Ancient Harvest™ Harmony Blend quinoa 1 pound strawberries, hulled and halved lengthwise 1 tablespoon runny honey 4 cups baby spinach 1 bunch spring onions, white and light green parts, thinly sliced 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds or sliced almonds *Optional: 1/2 cup goat cheese crumbles
Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. 2. Prepare quinoa according to package directions and set aside. 3. Toss strawberries with honey and place in a deep baking pan. Allow to roast in oven for 15-20 minutes, until the juices are thick and bubbly. Set aside to cool. 4. While strawberries are roasting, prepare the dressing: in a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, orange juice, orange zest, honey, and mustard. Gradually whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. 5. In a large bowl, combine quinoa with roasted strawberries, spinach, onion, sunflower seeds or almonds, and goat cheese crumbles. Add dressing before serving and mix well to coat.
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