by William Pertet | Jul 20, 2018 | Active Living, Clay County, Healthy Eating
Written by:Angela Mucci Matthew Lyvers was not planning on participating in a health-focused program; he was simply doing his job to the best of his ability when he went to the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP). A backup nurse for the DPP, Matt decided to sit in for...
by Nan Kramer | May 14, 2018 | Active Living, Haywood
Written by: Angela Mucci Interest was piqued last month at the Haywood Worksite Wellness Council meeting, when attendee Nancy Warren highlighted the story of one woman’s incredible transformation. While participating in her worksite wellness program Donna Beaver...
by Jenn Whinnem | Jan 1, 2016 | Active Living, Clay County, Graham County, Haywood, Healthy Eating, Jackson County, Macon County, MountainWise News, Swain County, Transylvania County
“I wish I knew what clicked in my brain because then I could tell others how to change their mindset as well.” Did you come across this video in your Facebook feed during the past month? In case you didn’t, this 5-minute video is the personal story of a man named...
by MountainWise | Nov 10, 2015 | Active Living, MountainWise News
We know physical activity (PA) is such an effective intervention for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Why? Physical activity: Makes it easier to control blood sugar, and controlled blood sugar means fewer long-term complications from diabetes Helps insulin work...
by MountainWise | Oct 31, 2014 | Active Living, Healthy Eating, Macon County, MountainWise News, WNC Local Info
Take a look at what happens when a local church takes an active interest in the health of its congregation and the community at large. Holly Springs Baptist Church partnered with the county and MountainWise for support and guidance in order to make the healthy choice...
by MountainWise | Aug 11, 2014 | Active Living, Graham County, Uncategorized
Graham County has been making great strides this year in providing opportunities for safe and fun activities for residents. Accomplishments include: Greenway piece completed as part of pedestrian connectivity plan at Robbinsville High School. The Robbinsville Fit...
