This delicious and simple Chicken Salad recipe comes from Citizen’s own, Susan Sekeres. Susan suggests using shredded rotisserie chicken to save time. Susan likes to serve the chicken salad on croissants, but will often use lettuce wraps to cut down on points and calories. Thank you, Susan! Watch the video HERE.

Sitting at a desk and staring at a computer screen is energy-draining. Try these five yoga poses for a midday feel good stretch that will leave you tension-free and energized.

Are you interested in getting healthier and would like to give and receive support through social media? You are welcome to join our 'Healthy Citizens' Facebook group. Wellness-related information will be posted and it's a great way to share ideas, recipes, and workouts as well as to support each other during this time.

In this 10-minute virtual class, you'll learn the benefits like convenience and built-in portions control as well as the pitfalls. We'll also take a look at the ingredient lists and nutrition facts label to find the options that might work for you. Watch the video HERE.

In addition to lack of sleep, there are many factors that can impact weight including genes, diet and exercise habits, stress levels, and current health. But the evidence is overwhelming, when sleep goes down, weight goes up. Here are the ways that lack of sleep can impact your weight:

Healthy Snacking in a Nutshell

What food comes to mind when you’re packing for a camping trip? Do you automatically reach for the easy options, like sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, and pop tarts? Eating healthy while camping isn’t always top of mind but, it is easier than you think. Here’s a few recipes for your next camping trip.

Watermelon is the quintessential summer treat. They’re naturally sweet and oh-so refreshing during these hot months. Watermelon is also a nutrient powerhouse as it contains the highest amount of lycopene of any fruit or vegetable. Lycopene has been shown to reduce the risk of certain types of cancer, specifically prostate cancer. Watermelon at 92% water will also give you a good dose of hydration on these hot July days. Check out this fresh watermelon recipe at your next barbecue. Find the video HERE.

Vitamin D is also referred to as the “sunshine vitamin” because our body produces it when our skin is exposed to sunlight. About 40% of Americans may have in Vitamin D, which has been linked to osteoporosis, cancer, and depression.

High-sugar and high-fat foods activate our brain’s reward system, thus, making us ‘feel’ better. No wonder you may be reaching for these foods more often during the pandemic. Banana Nice Cream is the perfect comfort without all the guilt. There is no added sugar and very little fat, but with all the deliciousness of traditional ice cream.

Learn about Added vs. Natural Sugars and how to read the new Nutrition Facts Label in this 8 minute wellness video. Please contact Melissa Hehmann at mhehmann@citizensenergygroup.com for more personalized recommendations.

It’s strawberry season and there are so many reasons to eat them. Strawberries are not only delicious, but are packed with nutritional benefits. One serving, or about 8 berries, provides 160% of the Recommended Daily Value for Vitamin C and contains high amounts of antioxidants which may help improve heart health, lower the risk of developing some cancers and lower blood pressure. How to Store Strawberries Try to keep your fresh strawberries as dry as possible. Refrigerate strawberries in their original package between 32° and 34°F. Rinse strawberries gently with cool water just before you’re ready to eat them. To enhance their natural flavors, let strawberries reach room temperature before serving.

Has this unprecedented time created an opportunity to focus on your health? Or, has this time created new challenges for you? Either way, your onsite health coaches, Sara Pickett and Melissa Hehmann, are still here for you. We are available over the phone or through online meetings to help you meet your wellness goals, whether those goals focus on weight loss, managing blood pressure or blood sugar, or just improving overall health. Set up your appointment today by reaching out to Sara or Melissa:

Avocados are technically a fruit, a single-seeded berry to be exact. They are available in dozens of varieties from Reed to Zutanmo, but the Haas Avocado is the most common in the United States.

Who doesn’t love taco night? Whether it’s a regular Taco Tuesday or Cinco de Mayo, which happens to fall on a Tuesday this year, you can make tacos that not only taste great, but are also loaded with nutrition. Try these simple ways to have a healthier taco night:

There are many reasons to put asparagus on your plate this spring. It is not only delicious, but it is also low in calories and high in nutrition. It is fiber-rich, high in vitamins like folate and minerals such as potassium and chromium.

Healthy lifestyle behaviors like getting adequate sleep, reducing stress, exercising regularly, not smoking and eating a nutrient-rich diet are the best ways to maintain a robust immune system. These 6 vitamins and minerals can keep your immune system running in tip-top shape. And, remember, your body is better at absorbing these nutrients through food rather than supplements.