Living with type 2 diabetes may feel overwhelming at times, especially for employees trying to achieve a healthy work-life balance. “For people with type 2 diabetes, the disease can dramatically affect how people feel each day and how they show up...
Nutrition & Exercise
Creating an ecosystem of healthy food and entrepreneurship
When 15-year-old Natalia Davis started her summer internship, she never thought it would turn into an opportunity to become an urban farmer. This farm, located in the heart of Milwaukee in the Sherman Park neighborhood, features rows of hydroponic...
Helping seniors stay active through meaningful connection
After more than 30 years of working under her belt, Sherry Bruster was ready for the next stage of life – retirement. But amid her excitement, that major life change came with some uncertainty and worry. “When I retired, I didn’t know what I...
Mom’s Meals pilot improves health outcomes for diabetic members with nutritious meals
More than 37.3 million people, or 11.3% of the population, are living with diabetes, making it an epidemic in the United States. In Nevada alone, 11.5% of the population is diagnosed with diabetes. Recognizing this pressing health...
From farm to cafeteria: Grant helps DC students enjoy nutritious choices
Looking back, most adults would say they were not big fans of the lunches they received at school. So how did one DC nonprofit receive a 96% student satisfaction rating for its farm-to-school meals? “If they don’t like it, they’ll tell you,”...
Improving the physical and mental wellness of Texas youth
It’s never too early to get kids thinking about the positive impact of healthy eating and regular exercise. But oftentimes, the biggest challenge is access. To help remove barriers to access, UnitedHealthcare recently announced $2.5...
UnitedHealthcare to Provide Millions of Members with Year-Long Access to the Peloton App
● Starting Sept. 1, eligible UnitedHealthcare members will now be able to access thousands of live and on-demand classes via the Peloton App for up to 12 months, or receive a four-month waiver toward their All-Access...
Switch up your workout routine for added health benefits and you may earn financial rewards
Exercise is important to help maintain good health. But when you only stick to one workout routine, you may run the risk of boredom, burnout or worse – injury. By stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new exercise options, you may be...
5 Ways to Help Achieve Your Fitness Goals in 2020
It’s that time of year again. Time to focus on New Year’s resolutions to start the new decade off right. These goals are easy to set, but sometimes can be hard to stick with. This may be why many people who make resolutions in January, give...
Running The Region with Kellyn: Great Locations for Sunday Long Runs
There are countless ways to train as a runner. Every individual responds differently to various mileage, workout structures, and strength programs, and what works for one athlete might not work for another. Training plans can be strategically built...