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Government Employees Health Association, Inc. . ► 82+ years ► One of the largest medical and dental plan carriers exclusively for federal employees ► More than 2 million members ► Extensive nationwide network of doctors, dentists, hospitals and other providers ► We want you to “Do Your Possible” no matter where you are in life
Transcript of Government Employees Health Association, Inc.
Government Employees Health Association, Inc.. ► 82+ years
► One of the largest medical and dental plan carriers exclusively for federal employees► More than 2 million members► Extensive nationwide network of doctors, dentists, hospitals and other providers► We want you to “Do Your Possible” no matter where you are in life
Today’s presenters
Coletta Meyer, MS, MCHES©, CWPCHealth & Wellness Manager | GEHA
Melanie Berdyck, MS, RD, CSOWM, LDN, CDCESIn-store Nutritionist | Giant Food
Webinar tips
► Questions: Submit any questions in the Q&A box► Technical issues: Email ON24 at [email protected]► GEHA benefit questions: Email [email protected] or call 800.821.6136► After the webinar, you will receive a recorded webinar link with a copy of
the slides presented► Webinar audio will be played through your computer, no need to mute
your device
Our Agenda
In the office Easy steps to help you manage your weight and health.1
2In the aisles Products and options to help you meet your wellness goals.
3In the kitchen Tips for success.
Eat real food.
► Eat real food most of the time
► Minimize intake of processed foods
► Build a balanced plate at meals
► Watch portions of treats
Make every meal include half a plate of produce.
► At least 5 servings of vegetables per day
► Aim for variety► Fresh, frozen and canned
All forms fit!
Choose whole grains.
► Nutrient rich► Look for the Whole Grain
Council stamp► Ingredients list: 100% whole
grain or wheat
Source: Whole Grain Council
Include protein at every meal.
► Gives you staying power► Plant and animal-based
options:► Lean meat and eggs► Dairy and plant-based
beverages► Legumes► Nuts
Rethink your drink.
► In 2013, Americans drank over 38 gallons of soda in a year► That’s eight 12-ounce
cans per week► The brain doesn’t register
liquid calories► Stay hydrated with water,
not sugar
Read the labels.► Serving size► Calories► Fat and cholesterol► Sodium► Total carbohydrates
► Total vs. net carbs► Fiber► Added sugar
► Protein► Ingredients list
Be mindful.
► Limit distractive eating► Savor the eating experience► Assess your eating habits► User the hunger scale
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Stay active.
► Aim for 30 minutes of physical activity daily► 10-minute intervals► Resistance exercises
► Multiple benefits
In-store programs.
Products we love: Non-starchy veggies
Products we love: Whole grains and fiber
Products we love: Protein
Have a plan. Steps for success.
► Create a recipe database► Savory magazine
► Develop your meal plan► Make a shopping list
Set up for success.
► Make healthy food easy► Make space to eat► Prep your kitchen► Minimize distractions during meals► Track eating patterns
Nutrition Made Easy!™ podcast
giantfood.com/Nutrition
Nutrition Made Easy!™ blog
Online resources.
giantfood.com/Nutrition
Consultations Events: classes and
Nutrition at Noon
Blog: inspiration and
education
Nutrition Made Easy!™ Podcasts
Q&AColetta Meyer, MS, MCHES©, CWPCHealth & Wellness Manager | [email protected]
Melanie Berdyck, MS, RD, CSOWN, LDN, CDCESIn-store Nutritionist | Giant Foodgiantfood.com/[email protected]
For more information visit:geha.comgiantfood.com/Nutrition
