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Pairing Physical Activity with Good Nutrition – Connecting with MSUM Students

Pairing Physical Activity with Healthy Eating – Family Wellness Connecting with MSUM Students Healthy lifestyles are not only made in the gym, but also in the kitchen. Healthy Cooking Coordinator, Nicolle Aukland met with Exercise Science majors from Minnesota State University Moorhead to share the Inspire Wellness Initiative’s mission of helping people cook well and … Read More

How to Make Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Melissa, Healthy Cooking Instructor was on North Dakota Today showing us all how to make a tasty yet healthy dessert just in time for Valentine’s Day! Here’s What You Need: • 2 ripe avocados • 1/2 cup light coconut milk • 1/4 cup cocoa powder • 1/4 cup honey • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • … Read More

Insurance Reimbursement Program Participants – Action Required

If you currently participate in an Insurance Reimbursement Program from one of the providers below, you may need to take action in order to continue receiving your reimbursement. In order to see no interruption in reimbursement, please complete the following verification no later than January 31st, 2017. If you cannot verify your information via the … Read More

Happy New Year from Family Wellness

Dear Family Wellness Members, Thank you for letting Family Wellness support you with your health and wellness goals this year. We hope that we have been an inspiration to you and your family. Our wish is that the power of exercise as medicine has touched your life, and helped you develop and maintain a lifestyle … Read More

Meet Jena, HR Generalist

Meet Jena Swartz, HR Generalist! Here are a few things she likes and a few things she dislikes. I love these foods: Starbucks, French fries, cheese its, PB Jelly sandwiches. Favorite 3 types of Candy: Reese’s PB Cups, Swedish Fish, Peppermint Patties. Chocolate Yes/No: Yes. Dog or Cat person: Cat. Love crazy cat lady things. … Read More

Your last minute Thanksgiving Side Dishes – that are healthy!

Thanksgiving is fast approaching! Do you have your menu ready? If not, don’t fret because we’ve got you covered with some amazingly-deliciously-healthy Thanksgiving Side Dishes! What’s on Family Wellness Cooking Instructor, Melissa’s menu? Green Bean Casserole with fresh and healthy ingredients, Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Mustard Soy Vinaigrette, and Homemade Cranberry Sauce! Green Bean Casserole … Read More