The Weekly Slice

How to have a happy and healthy Halloween during COVID-19

Happy Hallo-week ghouls and boys! In a year that’s already felt spooky enough, you may be wondering: Is Halloween even happening this year? Halloween lovers rejoice! Your haunted holiday is far from cancelled. But, how do we celebrate Halloween safely this year? Below are six tips for a safe and spooky celebration! Backyard Bonanza: Host a…

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How About Them (Caramel) Apples?!

This Wednesday, October 21 is National Apple Day, and we can hardly contain our excitement! We’re celebrating with a delicious and festive apple treat that we all know and love – the caramel apple! Caramel and apples are a match made in heaven. Ever wondered where the delectable fall combination came from? Turns out, there’s…

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Health Benefits of Pumpkin and How to Eat More of It

It’s hard to say when exactly the pumpkin spice craze began, but we can all agree that pumpkin has become a bit of a cultural phenomenon. The fall staple actually has extraordinary health benefits! In addition to being high in water and low in calories, pumpkin is loaded with vitamins and nutrients. Pumpkin is rich…

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How to satisfy your sweet tooth with healthy, natural sugars

We all get the occasional (okay fine, the everyday) sweet tooth. But too many sweets can leave you feeling jittery one second, sluggish the next, and all-around unhealthy. It’s okay to indulge sometimes, but there are healthier ways to satisfy your sweet tooth than the doughnuts your coworker left in the kitchen this morning. Here…

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Five easy ways to reconnect and engage with your team

I think we can all agree that the shiny newness of working from home has worn off. Many companies have settled into remote work for the foreseeable future. But, how will indefinite WFH impact employee engagement and motivation? Employee engagement encompasses a variety of elements like employee well-being, colleague relationships, motivation, trust, and commitment to…

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Pumpkin Buys and Apple Pies – Fall is Here!

Bring on the sweaters, pumpkins, and apple cider. This Tuesday, September 22, is the official first day of Fall! Read on for some of our favorite fall festivities and foods! There are so many cozy and fun ways to celebrate the season, one of which is a visit to the pumpkin patch! It’s the perfect…

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Game-changing recipes and a new way to tailgate

After an oh-so-very-long summer, football is finally here. Go ahead, shed a tear. We won’t judge. As with many things these days, this season looks a lot different than previous years, but no need to despair! There are still countless ways to make it a fun and memorable season. Fortunately, Fantasy Football was basically born…

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How you and your dog can live a healthier life together

Great news! You’re already leading a healthier and happier life simply by owning a dog! There are numerous scientifically proven health benefits of being a dog owner. Dogs can help relieve stress. Studies show that spending time with a dog lowers blood pressure and heart rate, offering physical and mental health benefits. You can practically…

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Can what you eat impact your productivity?

You’ve heard you are what you eat, but what if you work like you eat? Turns out, the foods you eat can impact your productivity and focus throughout the workday. How does that work? For starters, we humans get our energy from glucose. Our blood glucose levels affect how well we perform physically and mentally….

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At-Home School Survival Guide

Summer seems to have flown by, and it’s hard to believe we’re already zooming into a new school year. Needless to say, this school year presents a unique set of challenges as students of all ages will be learning from home. We’re sharing our best tips for making your at-home learning experience a positive one….

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