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Football Tailgating Season Guest post by Michelle Arasim Diekmann, RD, LD, Hy-Vee Dietitian Yes, football tailgating season is here! Don’t know what you’re going to bring to the tailgate? Maybe it’s your turn to plan it. Here are some points to consider. Theme/Style: Tailgate parties can be simple, casual and a lot of fun. They can be as easy as sandwiches, [...]

Michelle Arasim Diekmann, RD, LD, Hy-Vee Dietitian BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY THIS SEASON! Are you planning on getting a flu or pneumonia shot this season? If so, travel no further than your local Hy-Vee; call me for dates and times. If you opt to skip the flu shot then consider “fighting the flu with a fork this [...]

Michelle Arasim Diekmann, RD, LD, Hy-Vee Dietitian Ripe Tomatoes! Along with their terrific taste, there are all kinds of good news about eating tomatoes. Because tomatoes are mostly water, they are very low in calories. A four-ounce tomato only has 25 calories. Tomatoes are also a good source of vitamin C and contain the phytochemical lycopene, which [...]

I found a great post today talking about Health and Wellness Fairs @ Health Promotion Tips.  This is a great way to start a worksite wellness or corporate wellness program at your company.  It seems to be the best way to launch a walking or weight loss program too.  When ever you are able to [...]

Guest post by Michelle Arasim Diekmann, RD, LD, Hy-Vee Dietician Coffee or Tea…and what color should it be? The debate between the health benefits of coffee versus tea has consistently been a toss-up – depending on what health benefits you’re looking for. Both beverages have caffeine that can keep you more alert and productive and improve [...]