[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] 7 health benefits of yoga Yoga has been around for over 5,000 years. There are more than 100 different forms of yoga, some are fast-paced and intense, others are gentle and relaxing. A consistent yoga practice offers all kinds of mental and physical health benefits. Improves flexibility As we age, our flexibility […]
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] SNOOZING YOUR WAY TO BETTER HEALTH Did you know that muscles are built while you’re asleep at night? That’s right. As you drift off to la la land your body is working hard to repair microscopic tears in the individual muscle cells (sarcomeres). If you are training to overload, you incur these […]
Read MoreGreatist.com recognizes the U for food compositing, biodegradable packaging and wellness center with ranking among top 26 healthiest colleges.
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] IS WEIGHT LOSS THE BEST MEASURE OF IMPROVING HEALTH OR CAN WE BE “FAT AND FIT”: A PARADIGM SHIFT Current popular belief is that being overweight or obese is the greatest risk to our health. In accordance, weight loss has been considered the answer to the myriad of chronic diseases we as […]
Read MoreJoin the eighth annual week-long celebration of health spanning seven days at locations from South Jordan to Farmington.
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″] ‘SPRING’ UP YOUR WORKOUT Who needs a treadmill? Enjoy the fresh air and sunshine while engaging in a NEW type of workout outside. Do you normally do yoga? Or do you have a yoga mat? Switch up your routine by doing a full body workout using your mat. Try doing long jumps […]
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″]OATS FOR HEART HEALTH Oats are a good source of soluble fiber (nearly 4 grams in 1 cup of oats) which is great for heart health! TYPES Whole oat grains are called groats. Old Fashioned Rolled Oats: Whole oat groats are steamed and rolled flat into “flakes”. Cooking time is around five minutes. […]
Read MoreThe center’s new program is promoting the development of aging research, encouraging new investigator development and stimulating interdisciplinary collaborations.
Read MoreBLOODBORNE PATHOGENS — NON-LABORATORY EMPLOYEES [bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-4″] [/bs_col][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] Bloodborne pathogens are disease-inducing microorganisms which can be transmitted through human blood and other body fluids. Anyone whose job responsibilities require them to work with human blood or other possibly infectious material must comply with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Some of the requirements include […]
Read MoreMINDFULNESS: BEING PRESENT IMPACTS HEALTH AND SAFETY AT THE U [bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-4″] [/bs_col][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] A recent uptick in on the job injuries prompts EHS to recommend a thoughtful approach to safety at work. Research results reported in the Harvard Business Review, the Journal of Abnormal Psychology and the Psychological Bulletin show that “poor attention […]
Read MoreAn angry asteroid and virtual pets prove to be a winning ticket for U students who invented StepPets game focusing on health and wellness.
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-9″] By PEAK Health & Fitness SNACK ATTACK The best snacks are those that fill you up quickly, help you feel full until mealtime and add relatively few calories to your daily total. Fruits and vegetables meet these ideal snack requirements for several reasons: · Few calories: Most fruits and vegetables are low in […]
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