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posted by Jami Haberl on FEB 07, 2023
2022 was a year of growth, learning, and planning for the future for the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative. As we move into the 13th year as an organization, the board of directors spent time reflecting on the past and looking to the future.
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posted by Paige Green, Hy-Vee Dietitian on JAN 31, 2023
Try this tasty Thai Corn Chowder Recipe from Hy-Vee that uses unsalted vegetable stock, frozen corn, and reduced amounts of other higher-sodium ingredients, to help keep the sodium level under control.
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posted by Paige Green, Hy-Vee Dietitian on JAN 27, 2023
If you have high blood pressure, or hypertension, you are at higher risk of developing other health problems. The good news is that there are some diet and lifestyle modifications you can make to help reduce your risk!
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posted by Paige Green, Hy-Vee Dietitian on JAN 05, 2023
Is that barely used container of whey protein powder haunting you from the kitchen cupboard? Hy-Vee dietitians have plenty of exciting new ways to incorporate whey protein powder into your daily routine so that container doesn't go to waste.
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JAN 04, 2023
Applications for the 2023 Healthiest State Annual Awards is open. Applications are due at 5:00 p.m. on January 27 and finalists will be announced in February 2023.
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DEC 08, 2022
In February, schools, workplaces, individuals, and communities were honored for their continued work to improve the health of Iowans at the 2022 Healthiest State Annual Annual Awards. It's time to hear from the 2022 winners to see how they chose to use those funds in their projects across the state!
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posted by Paige Green, Hy-Vee Dietitian on DEC 05, 2022
The busy holiday season is upon us and between school, work and holiday parties, it can be hard to get the family back to the dinner table for a meal. Hy-Vee dietitians are always here to help with quick family meal solutions that will not break the bank!
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NOV 29, 2022
The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative (HSI), in collaboration with Broadlawns Medical Center, conducted a 6-month pilot of a produce prescription program from June 2021 to February 2022. The Polk County Produce Prescription Program (PCPPP), connected food insecure patients with diet related diseases (diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular, etc.) to medical providers that wrote prescriptions for free fruits and vegetables, while delivering nutrition education and collecting biometrics monthly.
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posted by Paige Green, Hy-Vee Dietitian on NOV 29, 2022
Hy-Vee dietitians know that spending can add up during the holiday season, so budget-friendly, simple meal solutions are the name of the game! Here are a few of our favorite tips to get dinner on the table without breaking the bank.
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NOV 07, 2022
Help us reach our #GivingTuesday goal of $5,000 to train 100 new ambassadors across Iowa.
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