Oatmeal: the Ideal Breakfast Choice

What do you consider the ideal breakfast?

Registered Dietitians vote oatmeal and here's why:

Oats contain both types of fiber- soluble to protect you against heart disease and diabetes, and insoluble to improve your digestive health.

Oats contain many essential nutrients including thiamin, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, selenium, and iron.

Oats promote weight loss. The high fiber and low calorie combination keep you feeling full and satisfied for longer than many other foods.

Oats are easily coupled with other healthy choices. Add your favorite fruit, nuts, or nut butter for a delicious, well-rounded breakfast. 

Oats are naturally gluten-free. If you have Celiac's Disease, be sure to verify wheat products are not packaged in the same facility to avoid trace amounts of gluten.

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/bonnie-taub-dix-nutrition-intuition/reasons-why-you-should-eat-oatmeal-every-day/?pos=1&xid=nl_EverydayHealthHealthyLiving_20150822

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Benefits of Breast Feeding

Whether you are an expecting parent or just curious about nursing, it's interesting to know just how beneficial it is to both baby and mom.

Baby:

• Provides nutritionally balanced meals designed for baby
• Contains no added sugars compared to formulas
• Lowers risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome)
• Protects against common childhood infections
• Increases resilience to allergies
• Decreases chance of developing type 1 diabetes
• May protect against future excess weight gain
• Bonding experience with mom

Mom:

• Improves post-delivery healing
• Accelerates pregnancy weight loss
• Decreases risk for postpartum depression
• Eliminates costs associated with formula
• Medical savings on infant medical visits 
• Decreases future risk for heart disease, arthritis, and cancer
• Bonding experience with baby

It's amazing to learn about all of the benefits of breast feeding. Breast feeding has even been referred to as a woman's method recovering from the physical stresses of pregnancy.

Of course, breast feeding is a very personal decision and may not be possible in all cases. Choose the infant feeing method that works best for you and your family.

http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/breastfeeding/conditioninfo/Pages/benefits.aspx

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Eating Triggers

We eat for so many reasons... only one of which is actual hunger. Find out which triggers you struggle most with so you can fight back and take control of your eating habits!

Emotions. Sometimes it can be easy to ignore the moodiness and dive into your favorite comfort food. Tackle your emotional battles head on by talking them through with a friend, listening to relaxing music, or deep breathing.

Rewards. Next time you accomplish a goal, celebrate in a way that's not center around eating. Get a massage, go shopping, or play a game with friends. 

Acceptance. Social gatherings can be a challenge, especially when you're trying to be polite. Be open about your diet goals with your friends and family. Chances are they won't be offended, but want to support you with your goals.

Boredom. Shift away from autopilot.  Find something to do with your hands while watching TV or take up a new hobby. Go on a walk or explore somewhere new. 

Procrastination. If you're struggling to stay focused on an arduous task, take a quick break like a walk, nap, or shopping trip to refresh your motivation.

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Time to Stretch!

Stretching can improve balance, prevent injury, and even back pain. Take 10 min. during one of your work breaks or practice some of these moves while watching your favorite evening show.

Chest (Very important for desk workers!)

Upper Back & Shoulder

Arm/ Shoulder 

 Side

 

 

 Back & Core

Hips

Back of Leg

Front of Leg

Calf

 

EMI Health is a nonprofit organization that has been providing health benefits in the Intermountain West for 80 years. We currently provide medical, dental, and vision coverage to more than 150,000 members in Utah and Arizona. For more information, visit EMIHealth.com.