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FINANCIAL NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS
Saving More and Spending Less is a Top New Year’s Resolution It’s the middle of February and dare I ask, how are your New Year’s Resolutions going? According to Psychology Today, 80% of New Year’s Resolutions fail by the end of February. They typically fail because...
CYH Chef Salad
This is my go to salad that I make weekly. You can prepare enough ingredients to have a second or third salad during the week. This recipe is estimated for 1 person so scale up accordingly. Feel free to substitute walnuts or macadamias for the almonds. This is a very filling salad that can be eaten as a main dish.
TAKE CONTROL: THE GOVERNMENT AND YOUR MONEY
The Government and Your Money Two issues have arisen recently concerning the government, both at the state and national levels, which are a concern for taxpayers when it comes to their finances. The first is the Missouri Department of Revenue realized in September...
Leadership Advances Personal & Employee Wellness
Good leadership makes employee health a priority. Leadership is the art of applying decision-making to solve problems and promote organizational change. In business settings, the impact of leadership typically involves a focus on change associated with marketing, sales, customer service, etc.
Workplace Wellness: Chews Your Health Creates a “WIN” for Employers & Employees
Workplace wellness programs have been around since the early 1980s. At that time, health care costs in the United States represented about 11% of the country’s Gross National Product (GNP). In 2017, health care costs were over 15% of the GNP, and employer costs for...
Lectins
Lectins are proteins that bind to carbohydrates. They cause interference with the absorption of nutrients, cause indigestion and bloating, and cause issues with metabolism. How does this happen? Lectin cannot be digested in the small intestine, therefore it can...
Chickpea and Roasted Red Bell Pepper Salad with Chicken Thighs
Introduction About this Recipe Adapted from Gordon Ramsey This recipe is great for planning ahead for leftovers throughout the week. Boneless and skinless organic free range chicken thighs provide more nutrients and flavor to the dish. Capers are tart and add another...
Bell Peppers
Bell peppers are part of the nightshade family and can be in hues of red, orange, yellow, and green. High in antioxidants that prevent oxidative stress that can cause cardiovascular disease, obesity, and diabetes. Vitamin A can help maintain eye health. Vitamin C...
Polenta-Stuffed Kabocha Squash
Serves 12 as a side dish Ingredients 2 2½- to 3-pound kabocha squash 4 tbs organic cold pressed extra virgin olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 tbs organic grass-fed butter 2 cups finely chopped yellow onion ¼ cup fresh sage, minced, plus more for...
Sage
Sage is an annual herb that is in season from May to mid November in Missouri. It has soft, gray/green leaves and has a savory taste. Antioxidant power: rosmarinic acid (a polyphenol) is easily absorbed in the digestive tract and reduces inflammation. Flavonoids,...
Chews Your Health + VÍOS PHYTE
Chews Your Health and VÍOS PHYTE have teamed up to offer a super green supplement to promote overall health. PHYTE contains local Midwest, organic, and whole-food cereal grasses that contain essential vitamins, minerals, and proteins. PHYTE cereal grasses are...
Lycopene
Lycopene is the “red” color found in tomatoes. It is a carotenoid (bright color found in fruits and vegetables) and phytonutrient (nutrient found in plants which helps the process of photosynthesis). It is an essential antioxidant that can help protect against free...