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Need to schedule your N Good Health physical? Check it off your to-do list this month!
If you have a Norton Healthcare primary care provider, you can use MyNortonChart to schedule your N Good Health physical. Simply click on “Schedule an appointment with your physician” and select “N Good Health.”

Need to complete your N Good Health physical but don’t have a primary care provider?
N Good Health participants who don’t have a Norton Healthcare primary care provider or simply need further after-hours or weekend options for scheduling can visit NortonHealthcare.com/PromptCare to schedule online for any Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens location. Or, you can call (502) 629-1234, option 3, to make an appointment. Be sure to say you are scheduling your “N Good Health physical” when making your appointment. Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens Clinics

Any Norton employee or eligible spouse* who completed their two program activities by March 15^th was entered to win free medical insurance for 2023 and 500 points to redeem in the N Good Health rewards mall. Three participants won free medical insurance, and 10 participants won 500 points to redeem in the rewards mall.

2023 Free Medical Insurance winners:

• Nancy Koller, NICU RN, Norton Children’s Hospital

• Cynthia Lahne, Security Officer, Norton Brownsboro Hospital

• Nicole Harris, Dietetic Hospital Associate, Norton Audubon Hospital

500 points to spend in the N Good Health Rewards Mall winners:

• Christel Spears, Care Management Manager

• Tonya Byrns, RN Navigator Physician Services

• Ranichelle Ingram, LPN Wound Care

• Blanca Narvaez, Receptionist ICC Audubon

• Terry Miller, Carpenter Engineering

• Pamela Blackburn, Mammography Technologists

• Elaine Delos Santos, Receptionist ICC Okolona

• Sara Scott, RN Progressive Cardiac Unit

• Anna Nethaway, Coordinator Access Center

• Kimberly Phillips, RN Operating Room

Don’t miss out on the next big opportunity – You could win!

Complete the two program activities by June 15th to be entered to win free medical insurance for 2023 and 500 points to redeem in the N Good Health rewards mall. Three more participants will win free medical insurance, and 10 more winners will be chosen for the rewards mall points.

Two program activities:

• Well-being survey
• N Good Health physical

There are more chances to win, click HERE for a listing of every opportunity to win prizes this year.

Missed the announcement of the January winners? During the month of January, anyone who created their new N Good Health account by Jan. 31 was entered to win 200 points to redeem in the N Good Health rewards mall. Over 6,100 participants were entered, checkout the Nsite post to see who won!

Keep in mind that spouses covered on a Norton Healthcare medical plan are eligible to participate- but ALL EMPLOYEES, regardless of insurance status- are eligible to participate and win as well.

Spouses can call (502) 629-2162 to obtain their spouse member number. Visit NGoodHealth.com ​and click on “Join Now” to get started.

Join N Good Health and commit to walking at least 30 minutes as part of National Walking Day. Whether you break your 30 minute commitment up in several shorter walks, or complete it all at once, walking 30 minutes a day can improve your health.

National Walking Day celebrates health through movement. When you make the National Walking Day pledge, you will join millions of people across the United States who are putting their health first and taking steps towards a healthier life.

Join your Wellness Champions and co-workers along with N Good Health team members for a group walk to celebrate this day of movement! Walks will be at 10 am, noon and 2 pm.

Everyone who joins a walk will get a sticker and get entered to win a Hidrate Spark Smart water bottle. Not located at a main campus or off that day? Take the online pledge on the Nsite, committing to walk 30 minutes on April 6^th and get entered to win a Hidrate Spark Smart water bottle. Look for the National Walking Day banner.

Enjoy walking? Register for Splash-N-Dash using code WALKINGDAY for 20% off.  You can splash, dash, walk or run in support of Norton Children’s Hospital! Choose a designated 1K splash route or 5K dash route with a scenic view of E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park. Www.splashndash5k.org 

Walking is the easiest form of exercise and is something most people can do, regardless of their level of fitness.  Increasing the amount of daily walking to 30 or more minutes has significant health benefits like lowering blood sugar levels, decreasing waist circumference, improving mood and lowering blood pressure. 

We know it’s good for us so let’s talk about how to incorporate it into our days.  Using an activity tracker (available for a nice discount on NSite/Employee Services/Employee Discount Service) or an app on your phone, set aside a day or two to establish a baseline to see how many steps you typically cover in a day.  Everyone is different so if your baseline is 2000 steps, trying to shoot for 7500 steps tomorrow may feel daunting and could possibly lead to injury.  Set reasonable goals and progress slowly to your ultimate target of 7500 minimum daily steps.  If you are already achieving at least 7500 steps daily, think of what level you would like to reach and start increasing your steps by 10 to 20% each day to reach a higher goal.  

Here are some ideas to increase your daily steps:

1. Park your car far from the entrance of work or the store
2. After loading your groceries in the car, walk your cart all the way back into the store instead of parking it in the corral
3. Schedule a “walking meeting” with an associate and take a clipboard or small notebook to take notes if needed
4. Walk to your coworker’s desk to ask a question instead of sending an email
5. Pick the restroom or water fountain that is farthest from your work station
6. Enjoy a pre- or post-dinner walk around the neighborhood
7. Put on your favorite tunes and shake your groovy to the beat of the music
8. Walk along while the kids ride their bikes or walk around the field while they play their sport
9. Meet someone for a coffee/drink date and take it for a walk
10. Volunteer at a local animal shelter/veterinarian/doggy day care and walk dogs for them if you don’t  have your own dog to walk
11. If you ride the bus, get off a stop early or get on a stop later
12. Walk around the house during commercials if you watch television

Looking for a change of scenery?  Explore the many parks and trails Louisville has to offer.  Maybe pick one from this list to visit each weekend.  Get creative, break any sedentary habits and enjoy the health benefits of walking each day.

Celebrate Earth Month by incorporating more plant-based options in to your daily eating plan!  There are many reasons to adopt a plant-based eating plan. However, there is not a need to cannonball into it (unless you want to)! The general advice is to slowly and steadily add more plant-based foods into your diet. Increase the amount of plant-based ingredients in your meals until you’ve crowded out the other stuff.

We don’t restrict, we replace!  Check out some food swap ideas below.

• avocado instead of butter
• tofu instead of chicken
• black bean burgers instead of beef

Plan meals around vegetables, whole grains, fruits, beans, and legumes. This will give you the fiber, fuel and protein that your body needs.

Choose your fats wisely. Use liquid vegetable oils while cooking, like avocado or olive oil, and don’t forget that nuts, seeds, & avocados are sources of healthy fats.

Experiment with soy products like edamame, tofu, and tempeh.  Contrary to some media messages, soy has many health-protecting properties.  Incorporate it into dishes to provide great protein, calcium, & fiber!

 Flavor your food with salsa, hummus, mustards, hot sauce, vinegars, and fresh herbs & spices for maximum flavor!

Many times people assume that produce has to be fresh in order to be considered healthy. Great news- canned and frozen fruits and veggies can be part of a balanced diet! While fresh options are typically the least processed option of the three choices, canned and frozen produce may be more budget-friendly, accessible, and conducive to one’s lifestyle. Just be sure to choose canned and frozen produce that does not have added sodium, fat or sugar in it. This can be in the form of sauces, syrups, gravies, Jell-O, or “spices”.

Want to learn more about plant-based eating? All during the month of April, the Recipe of the Week will feature a delicious plant-based recipe to help you focus on putting plants first. Click here to discover the  Recipe of the Week. While you’re there, check out each Thursday’s blog where we continue to explore plant-based eating during the Month of April.

Making the move from couch potato to consistent exercise isn’t impossible—it’s just a matter of finding your stride! This 6-week challenge eases you into better health with tips for squeezing in extra exercise and a daily step count goal that will increase each week of the challenge.

Challenge Dates: The challenge began on Feb 28, but you can still register until March 6th. Challenge ends on April 10th.

How to Participate: Track your step count to achieve a weekly goal. The daily goal will increase each week of the challenge. 

How to Complete the Challenge: Track the minimum requirement of steps for that week for 5 of the 7 days, every week (6 of 6 weeks).

Duration: 6 weeks 

**CLICK TO VIEW THE CHALLENGE GUIDE!**

All participants who meet the challenge completion requirement will be entered into the drawing to win a new Fitness Tracker Device.  5 winners will be selected.

Join your Wellness Champions and co-workers along with N Good Health team members for a group walk to celebrate this day of movement!  Committing to walking at least 30 minutes you will join millions of people across the United States who are putting their health first and taking steps towards a healthier life.

Group walks will be led at the main hospitals at 10am, noon and 2pm. Not located at a main campus or off that day? Take the National Walking Day Pledge here!

Every year during March, we celebrate National Nutrition Month^®, which is a nutrition education and information campaign sponsored by the Academy. It invites everyone to learn about making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. This year’s theme for National Nutrition Month® is Celebrate a World of Flavors, which embraces global cultures, cuisines and inclusivity.

Enjoying the different flavors of the world is a chance to learn more about your own food culture as well as those that may be new to you. Familiar ingredients can be presented in new ways and new foods may remind you of things you already know and love. Or, you may also come across ingredients and flavors you’ve never experienced before.

Trying foods and recipes from various cultures is a great way to incorporate different flavors and healthful ingredients. Many cuisines offer dishes which include foods from each food group, so it’s possible to plan meals that are nutritious, well-balanced, and bursting with flavor.

Nicole McGloshen MS, RD, LD is the N Good Health team’s registered dietitian. She creates exciting nutrition-focused programs and events that educates our associates on the wonderful world of balanced eating. To celebrate National Nutrition Month, she and the N Good health Team have fun events planned throughout the month of March. 

Starting March 9, Every Wednesday during the month of March will feature an N Good Health Approved Entrée. Purchase the specified entree and receive a free bottle of water.

• Wellness Wednesday Sampling Events are scheduled for each Wednesday in March starting March 9. Check the Schedule below to see when the event is being hosted near you.

• Recipe cards from cuisines around the world are available at the sampling events and on the N Good Health Department page.

National Nutrition Month Games and Prize Drawing!

• NNM Soduku
• NNM Word Search
• *Complete and turn in at least one game for a chance to win an N Good Health door prize!
  • All forms must be completed and turned in by Wednesday, April 6, 2022.
  • Turn in form through submission button or email to NGoodHealth@NortonHealthcare.org
  • Five winners will be chosen for across the system.

*Must have created a 2022 N Good Health account. If you have not done so already, visit NGoodHealth.com.

Virtual Presentation: Celebrate the World of Flavors

Tuesday, March 22, 12:00pm -12:45pm

Join us for a Zoom speaker presentation featuring Nicole McGloshen MS, RD, LD of the N Good Health team. During this presentation, she will discuss habits that promote balanced and nutritious eating, explain ways to eat a variety of nutritious foods and how to celebrate a world of flavors when planning meals and snacks cover topics.
 ZOOM LINK         

The Zoom link is available here. Don’t forget to save it in your outlook calendar!

This presentation will be recorded and stored on this page to view at one’s leisure.   

*While we love seeing your faces, don’t worry if you are not able to join us in person for some of these opportunities. The presentation recording, recipe cards and nutrition games will be available on N Good Health department page under National Nutrition Month 2022 on NSITE.

We have so many opportunities for you to WIN BIG this month- don’t miss your chance!

Complete the two program activities by March 15 to be entered to win free medical insurance for 2023 and 500 points to redeem in the N Good Health rewards mall. Three people will win free medical insurance, and 10 winners will be chosen for the rewards mall points.

Two program activities:

• Well-being survey, found in your new N Good Health account
• N Good Health physical

Schedule your N Good Health Physical
If you have a Norton Healthcare primary care provider, you can use MyNortonChart to schedule your N Good Health physical. Simply click on “Schedule an appointment with your physician” and select “N Good Health.” 

Need to complete your N Good Health physical but don’t have a primary care provider?
N Good Health participants who don’t have a Norton Healthcare primary care provider or simply need further after-hours or weekend options for scheduling can visit NortonHealthcare.com/PromptCare​ to schedule online for any Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens location. Or, you can call (502) 629-1234, option 3, to make an appointment. Be sure to say you are scheduling your “N Good Health physical” when making your appointment.  

Questions? Contact N Good Health at (502) 629-2162 or submit a service request on Nsite by selecting N Good Health under Departments and clicking on the “Contact Us” button. 

If it is unreasonably difficult or inadvisable due to a medical condition for you to complete the program activities to earn wellness credits, you may complete a medical exclusion form in order to qualify for them. Call N Good Health at (502) 629-2162 for the form or answers to any questions.