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Bobby Deen!Special thanks to celebrity chef Bobby Deen for his healthy cooking demonstration at the Viking Cooking School for PEHP members on March 1. Bobby Deen traveled to Salt Lake City for the Diabetes Expo March 2 and generously shared his time with us.

The Viking Cooking School in Salt Lake donated their space for this event – over 100 PEHP members registered and participated. The Viking Cooking School also offers ongoing cooking classes and more – information here.

Focus on Public Health LOL!

When: Monday, April 1, 12-12:30 p.m.

What: We’ve all heard that “Laughter is the Best Medicine.” Tune into this month’s webinar to learn about health benefits of laughing.

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How to keep your metabolism running high.

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SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE

Learn how your eating habits can help you better handle stress.

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Get Your Funny Bone Moooving! Exercise and de-stress your mind with The Milking App from cowsgaming.com with ‘Daizy’ – the cow with attitude.

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In honor of National Public Health Week April 1–7, this issue offers articles on metabolism, stress management using humor, safety, and more.

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Make The Most of Your Metabolism

WORKOUTWARRIORBy Matt Hill

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Warriors Among UsMOVEITBy Tiffany Anderson

Metabolism – how the body takes food and

converts it into fuel. Make the most of yours by:

Show some muscle! We lose muscle naturally over time. Muscle burns more calories – strength train to keep what you’ve got and slow the decline.

Eat Well! Our body requires energy to perform; running on empty doesn’t work in our vehicles or us. Small, sensible,

frequent meals spaced 2-3 hours apart provide a steady source of energy.

Don’t starve – this slows metabolism. Saving your appetite for a big meal only encourages your body to store calories as excess fat.

Chew gum – the increase in saliva equals up to a 10% spike in metabolism.

Protein requires 25% more energy to digest – this only works with moderate amounts of calories. Make it lean – roasted turkey breast, a serving of low-fat yogurt, string cheese, a handful of almonds, etc.

“When somebody tells you nothing is impossible; ask him to dribble a football.”

– Author Unknown

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Congratulations to all Workout Warriors! Thanks for participating; keep up the great work!

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Ever notice how some words seem to be “one-

sided”? Something may be “outrageous,” but nothing is ever “rageous.” Here are examples of words that work one way but not the other:» We’re overwhelmed, but never “whelmed.”» Too much information may be redundant, but just enough data is never “dundant.”» You may feel nonchalant, but never “chalant.”» One can feel rejuvenated, but before that, one doesn’t feel “juvenated.”» Something can be outlandish,

but not “landish.”» You can feel distraught, but not “traught.”» People are intrigued, but they’re never “trigued.”» A fact can be indubitable, but a falsehood isn’t “dubitable.”» You can be provocative, but never “vocative.”

SIMPLIFYYOURLIFEFunny Words Don’t Work Both Ways

FOODFORTHOUGHT

Skeptical that sitting down to a green salad is an answer

to calm unsettled nerves? Consider this – there is a correlation between healthy eating and stress management. We are better able to handle stress when we get a decent amount of sleep, eat a balanced diet, and when we participate in regular physical activity.

Here are some additional tips for a strong and less-stressed body:

» Eat your vegetables. Fruits and veggies contain vitamins and minerals that work to neutralize harmful molecules produced when your body is under stress.

» Opt for more sleep instead of caffeine. Sleep is essential for forming learning pathways, boosts memory, helps the body to repair damage, and reduces inflammation. Caffeine in excess is dehydrating.

» Don’t skip meals. Regular, healthy meals and snacks provide the brain with glucose, so it can work at peak performance. Part of stress management includes thinking clearly to make wise choices at home, work, and play.

» Get moving! Whether it’s racquetball, jogging, zumba, or walking, a strong and fit body gives you energy and strengthens the immune system.

Handling Stress Through Diet

“The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.” – Author Unknown…was it you?

FOODIE FOIBLES

By Maria Givler

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I knew that my health was at a critical place when I started to tip over 200

pounds. I hated to see myself in pictures and was out of breath walking up and down stairs. My knees and joints were hurt, and I just didn’t feel like moving at all.

I had a certain amount of stress in my life – a son undergoing Chemo, and a daughter getting married. PEHP Waist Aweigh was just what I needed to help me see that I had control over my health choices.

I started in July of 2011 at a BMI of 37 and made my goal

this March. I feel so much better! I am walking regularly and strength training 3-4 times a week.

It’s not something I have to make myself do anymore. I want to!

I learned that I feel much better when I eat healthy and know there is a large variety to choose from. My advice would be, “You will reach your goals as long as you don’t quit. Take responsibility for your life and choices.”

“I plan on living forever. So far, so good”–Unknown

Congrats to Kristen L. who reached her 6-month maintenance goal. Kristen beat her graduation weight by 3 pounds!

Great work Kristen!

SHOUT OUT!

‘Take responsibility for your life and choices’

SUCCESS STORY: MARILYN C.

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PEHP Waist Aweigh is a weight management program that offers health coaching and a

rebate to PEHP members with a BMI of 30 or higher who are serious about making positive changes by losing weight. Minimum requirements:

» Physician’s clearance is required to enroll.

» Member must contact assigned Health & Wellness coach at least once every 30-days.

» Member goal is to lose one BMI point every 60-days (A BMI point equals about 5-8 pounds).

» Submit a PEHP Weight Verification Form to verify success in reaching 60-day goal.

Earn a rebate for reaching your weight loss goal! Members may earn up to $50 every 60-days.

Enrollment is easy – forms found here. Have questions? Current members should email or phone their coach directly. For general inquiries email waistaweigh@pehp.org or call 801-366-7300, option 4. We’re happy to help!

Changes make participation easy

Click here to read Marilyn C.’s full story and see before and after pictures.

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National Public Health WeekTool of the Day:Safe, Healthy Home

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National Public Health WeekTool of the Day:Safe Environment at School

National Public Health WeekTool of the Day:Create a Healthy Workplace

National Public Health WeekTool of the Day:Protection on the Move

National Public Health WeekTool of the Day:Empower a Healthy Community

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