Intermittent fasting, a dietary approach that has gained popularity, is being hailed for its potential health and weight loss benefits. As Hy-Vee dietitians, we know eating isn’t one-size-fits-all. Let’s explore what intermittent fasting involves, its underlying mechanisms, potential health benefits, who should abstain from it and practical advice for those contemplating this dietary approach.

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative’s Double Up Food Bucks program has expanded its partnership with Fareway by adding eleven stores in communities across Iowa as participating locations.

The eleven new sites include two locations in Cedar Rapids, as well as Clinton, Council Bluffs, Fort Madison, Hampton, Muscatine, Newton, Red Oak, Toledo, and Vinton. Across these locations, approximately 18,628 Iowans will now have increased access to fresh produce in their community through Double Up Food Bucks.

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. This is a time to take action, both individually and within your community, to promote brain health and raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, including its prevention and treatment. Your Hy-Vee registered dietitian, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, is here to provide essential information on nutritional strategies for brain health. Learn what you can do to support cognitive function and contribute to ongoing research efforts.

At the 2024 Workplace Wellbeing Conference the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative hosted a roundtable exploration of well-being culture led by Jessica Sheets, Senior Strategist – Employee Experience Solutions with ITA Group, Inc. and Megan Hammes Owner/Founder of Hammes Homestead and Consulting. Read the insight from the group discussion here!

During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week five’s theme is Keep the Conversation Going Week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!

During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week five’s theme is Mural and Art Engagement Week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!

During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week three’s theme is Wear Green week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!

Have you ever wondered if you’re getting the nutrients your body needs to stay healthy? With so many nutrients, knowing if you are missing the mark or balancing essential nutrients can be challenging. Your Hy-Vee registered dietitian is here to help with simple tips and read on to learn how you can determine your risk for anemia.

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative has announced the winners of the 2024 Healthiest State Workplace, Individual, and Youth Power Awards. The winners were recognized for their efforts to improve the physical, social, and mental well-being of their employees and community during an in-person award ceremony on Wednesday, April 17th during the Workplace Wellbeing Conference. Lt. Governor Adam Gregg was in attendance to honor the winners and finalists’ work in their communities.

Caffeine isn’t the only thing that could put a damper on your health when it comes to drinking coffee. Here are some tips to help make sure your coffee is helping, versus hindering, your health.

Iowa is in the midst of an obesity crisis that is not only heavily impacting those living with the chronic disease, but causing more than $1 billion in higher healthcare, absenteeism and disability costs to employers, according to a new study by Global Data PLC. Considering the staggering costs of obesity and overweight on workplaces across the state, it is time for businesses to step up to support the wellbeing of their employees.

During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week two’s theme is Stop and Smell the Flowers week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!

During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week one’s theme is tie-dye week Checkout the blog for more information and resources!

See how 2023 Healthiest State Award Winners spent their prize money to continue their work.

Volunteer Iowa announced the launch of the 10th annual Give Back Iowa Challenge, an eight-week challenge from April 1 - May 31, 2024, aimed at engaging Iowans in employer supported volunteering. Alliant Energy and the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative have returned this year as partners to support the challenge. Iowa employers are encouraged to pre-register by March 31st but can elect to participate at any time during the Challenge.

We all know that vacations can lead to unpredictable eating patterns, and that can lead to crabby kiddos, dehydrated adults and overall fatigue. I want to share with you my top five spring break travel hacks that will set you up for nutrition success whether you’re flying or driving to your final destination!

The Healthiest State Initiative has announced the finalists for the 2024 Healthiest State Annual Awards. Workplaces, individuals, youth, schools, early care sites, and health care providers will be recognized for their efforts to improve the physical, social, and mental well-being of Iowans

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative, a leading well-being non-profit organization, is proud to announce the release of its annual report for 2023.

You have Double Up Food Bucks questions? We have answers! Check out the FAQs below including general topics, shopping at the grocery store, and shopping at the farmers market.