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The Garden Grazers, Fruit Loops & Freggies

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-29T00:00:00-05:00April 29th, 2014|Health|

A friendly little eating competition, "Help for Your Health: Fruits and Vegetables Challenge" has sparked a dialogue and prompted everyone to think about their diet. I was surprised that such a simple competition could teach us so much about fruits and vegetables, while encouraging our co-workers too. It was also surprising to learn how much we didn't know.

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Older internet users suffer less depression

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-28T00:00:00-05:00April 28th, 2014|Health, Technology|

Michigan State University's Shelia Cotten finds computer use among retirees reduces the risk of depression by more than 30%--using a model similar to Oasis Connections.

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Why getting a good night’s sleep is good for your brain
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Why getting a good night’s sleep is good for your brain

Why getting a good night’s sleep is good for your brain

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-28T00:00:00-05:00April 28th, 2014|Health|

Will a good night’s sleep make you smarter? During waking hours the brain is absorbing new information. In order to add the freshly acquired information to the long-term memory banks in the brain, the body needs to sleep.

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Super Simple Pizza Soup
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Super Simple Pizza Soup

Super Simple Pizza Soup

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-21T00:00:00-05:00April 21st, 2014|Health|

Vegetables have never ranked in my top ten favorite foods. Snacking on a sliced green pepper with ranch dip is as close as I had ever been to my daily servings of veggies. Family health issues changed all that. The change started with learning how to improve our diet. So began the process of discovering how to create a delicious meal filled with vegetables ... like Super Simple Pizza Soup!

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Top five apps for travelin’ light

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-16T00:00:00-05:00April 16th, 2014|Bicycling, Health, Technology|

I try to be ready for anything on the road, a tendency that was burned in during my scout leader years of "Being Prepared." Smartphones make it easy to bring along maps, itineraries, tour guides and resources – so all the information you need is in your hip pocket.

Here are my favorites, in Part Two of the "Travelin' Light" series.

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6.4 trillion calories removed from the marketplace!

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-14T00:00:00-05:00April 14th, 2014|CATCH Healthy Habits, Health|

The Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation (HWCF) and Oasis all have a common goal: to end childhood obesity. Oasis President Marcia Kerz discusses the movement, how manufacturers are making foods healthier with fewer calories, and how Oasis is contributing to the goal through CATCH Healthy Habits.

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Spring is a great time for a healthy new hobby
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Spring is a great time for a healthy new hobby

Spring is a great time for a healthy new hobby

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-11T00:00:00-05:00April 11th, 2014|Health|

Like the rest of the country, Indiana had a harsh, long winter filled with record-breaking snow from the Polar Vortex. Now spring is here and that bitter weather is a distant memory. Early spring has brought green grass, colorful flowers and a desire to get out of the house. It's time to enjoy outside activities!

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Fruit loop throwdown

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-08T00:00:00-05:00April 8th, 2014|Health|

When did the recommended daily servings of fruit and vegetables ratchet up to 7-9? A little team rivalry through BJC HealthCare's latest "Help for your health" could be just the motivation to change my ways.

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Quit the sit

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-04T00:00:00-05:00April 4th, 2014|Health|

Have you heard the new phrase “quit the sit” or “sitting is the new smoking”? Well, this is big news. The chair is linked to rising rates of obesity and chronic diseases.Here's why you need to keep moving!

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Deadline for Health Insurance Marketplace enrollment is today

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-03-31T00:00:00-05:00March 31st, 2014|Health|

The deadline has arrived for enrollment through the Health Insurance Marketplace - March 31, 2014. However, there are some circumstances for which a customer may be granted a special enrollment (SEP). Here's what you need to know.

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