Setting boundaries is a vital part of mental health and well-being. Without healthy boundaries, we teach people how to treat us.

In the U.S., vaccines have greatly reduced or eliminated many infectious diseases that once routinely killed or harmed infants, children, and adults. However, the viruses and bacteria that cause these diseases still exist and you can still get these diseases if you aren’t vaccinated.

Many of us probably don’t associate “happiness” with “work.”

The focus of this 6-week challenge is to prepare you for the American Diabetes Association's virtual Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes on August 14, 2021. You do not have to participate in the virtual walk to participate in this challenge, however, we encourage you to join CEG's team HERE to fight Diabetes.

Make sure your workspace is properly adjusted. Schedule an assessment with Amy Myers.

The Healthy Citizens 500 had 92 participants with a total of 12,500 miles, which is just over 5000 laps around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track. Everyone deserves a glass of milk (choose plant-based for lactose-free) for their efforts!

July is Social Wellness Month. Social wellness means nurturing yourself and your relationships. It means giving and receiving social support - ensuring that you have friends and other people, including family, to turn to in times of need or crisis to give you a broader focus and positive self-image.

The summer can bring scorching heat that increases your risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. But what’s the difference between these two heat-related illnesses?

July is UV Safety Awareness Month During the summer there is usually a lot of emphasis on protecting skin from UV rays during the summer. But one must not forget about protecting the eyes—the most exposure to bright sunlight increases the risk of developing cataracts, macular degeneration, and growths on the eye including cancer.

If you’ve participated in an onsite screening or uploaded information from a Primary Care Physician visit, congrats, you’ve completed the first steps in earning a Wellness Incentive.

Your feet are like the body's foundation. Poor footwear can lead to discomfort and fatigue in the foot, ankle, knee, hip, and back. When working on your feet all day, you need to make sure to check them daily. This can help determine the need for new or different footwear. It may also alert you to underlying medical conditions. Checking your shoe integrity daily can also help mitigate slip, trip, and falls.

Pre-diabetes does not give us any warning signs. Since it is silent, it often goes undetected. According to the CDC, “Approximately 88 million American adults - more than 1 in 3 – have prediabetes. Of those with prediabetes, more than 84% don’t know they have it. Prediabetes puts you at increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke.” Know your risk for developing prediabetes by taking the Risk Test on the Diabetes.org website. Speak to your healthcare provider if you need to be tested for prediabetes.

You don't have to leave home to enjoy the benefits of yoga. You can roll out your yoga mat (or towel), log in to zoom and discover the combination of physical and mental exercises along with coworkers. Citizens offers Yoga through Zoom with Kelli Wilson on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30am to 12:30pm. Learn more HERE.

In addition to their sweet, delectable flavor and visual appeal, blueberries are jam-packed with good nutrition. They’re a convenient little berry – use them at home in baked goods, pancakes, salads, smoothies and sauces, or simply rinse and eat – no peeling, pitting or slicing needed!

Start your Engines!! The Healthy Citizens 500 is a 6-week challenge that focusing on increasing total mileage and measures laps around a virtual Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This challenge qualifies for the Body Composition Reasonable Alternative requirement. Challenge starts May 17th. ENROLL TODAY!

Onsite health screenings are now complete, but you still have time to earn your wellness incentive. You can use a Primary Care Physician visit that occurred between October, 2020 through May 14th. Find out more HERE.

Do you know someone who has made a significant health or wellness achievement? Submit their name and why you think they should be nominated to Melissa Hehmann (mhehmann@citizensenergygroup.com). Let's celebrate them!!!

Avocados are a heart-healthy, nutrient-dense superfood. It's called a superfood because it provides substantial amounts of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients with relatively few calories. One-third of a medium avocado (50 g) has 80 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals, making it a great nutrient-dense food choice. One-third of a medium avocado (50 g) has 80 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, making it a heart-healthy choice to help meet nutrient needs. Although phytonutrients are not essential, research suggests they may promote human health.