Welcome to Healthy South Dakota!
Eating smart and being active are two of the best ways to improve our health. Even small changes can have immediate benefits. We’re here to provide information and inspiration as you explore all the ways you can live better and grow stronger!
Healthy eating doesn’t have to be hard or expensive. Just 5 servings of fruit and vegetables every day will do the trick! Learn more about dietary guidelines and how to pack your plate with more fruits and veggies.
Physical activity is one of the best stressbusters around! Even 10 minutes of movement can help you reset. Find creative ways to make it part of your routine and ideas to help you add a little physical activity to every day!
There are many layers to wellness but practicing healthy habits to impove physical and mental health are at the core of achieving true wellness. Find out more about the different dimensions of wellness and how they are linked to health.
Workplace wellness programs improve health and reduce chronic disease. Employers increase productivity and boost their bottom line. Employees learn healthy habits and have better morale—it’s a win-win!
Working out with a stability ball is a cool way to exercise. It strengthens your core muscles (abdomen, chest, back), which can improve posture and balance.
What’s New?
February is here, and so is our new Fruit of the Month: the tropical and versatile guava! Known for its sweet aroma, delicious flavor, and impressive nutritional benefits, guava is a fruit worth celebrating. Whether you’re new to guava or a longtime fan, …
Over the last few years, many have increased or switched to spending more working hours in a home- based setting. If you are looking for a few tips to start or expand working healthy from home, continue reading a below:
Start the New Year fresh with January’s Harvest of the Month—arugula! Known for its peppery flavor and delicate leaves, arugula is a nutrient-rich leafy green that adds a burst of flavor to any dish. Whether tossed in salads, blended into pesto, or …
When it gets cold, it can be very tempting to “hibernate.” Many people don’t want to go
outside, and then become less active. Combine this with holiday feasting and you have a
recipe for a little too much of yourself.