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Fun in the Sun: Tips for Summer Skin Protection
While it may seem like summer is winding down and turning into fall, August is Summer Sun Safety Month, and there’s still plenty of hot...
Kimberly Crites
Aug 12, 20213 min read
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Eyes on the Road: Good Vision Tips for Truck Drivers
It goes without saying that good vision is extremely important for driving, so it makes sense that truck drivers must meet requirements for
Kimberly Crites
Jul 29, 20212 min read
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Dietitian’s Choice Recipe: Mango Guacamole
Avocados are widely known for being a high fat food, but let’s talk about that. Bodies need fat for a variety of reasons, including brain...
Kimberly Crites
Jun 30, 20212 min read
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Dietitian’s Choice: Brain Boosting Sardines
If you’ve clicked to read this post, congratulations on having an open mind! Or, if you’re already a tried and true lover of sardines,...
Kimberly Crites
Jun 24, 20212 min read
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Brain Health: It’s on the Mind
Though you might not *think* about it all that often, your brain is always working for you. The brain is important for so many reasons,...
Kimberly Crites
Jun 17, 20213 min read
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Mental Health for Truck Drivers
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so what better time to discuss mental health in our very own population? As we know, there are...
Kimberly Crites
May 27, 20212 min read
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Dietitian’s Choice: Simple Baked Salmon (in the oven or Instant Pot!)
Salmon is a quality source of protein and healthy fat. It’s high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are anti-inflammatory and known to be...
Kimberly Crites
May 20, 20213 min read
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Driver Spotlight – Christenson Transportation, Meet Gilbert & Deloris Marin
Enjoy this new series where we feature some of the Christenson Transportation drivers. Get to know Gilbert & Deloris Marin, why they like...
Kimberly Crites
May 12, 20211 min read
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Instant Pot Feta Pasta
TikTok’s popular baked feta pasta in the instant pot is perfect for any Trucker trying to eat healthy while on the road driving. This...
Kimberly Crites
May 3, 20211 min read
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Dietitian’s Choice: Build Your Own Power Bowl
The meal-in-a-bowl concept has really taken flight. From widespread availability via fast-casual restaurants to the homemade smoothie in...
Kimberly Crites
Apr 29, 20213 min read
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Instant Pot Buffalo Wing Potatoes
Last week I was looking for a different way to fix potatoes. I was getting tired of mashed potatoes and baked spuds. I wanted something...
Kimberly Crites
Apr 27, 20211 min read
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Instant Pot Risotto with Shrimp and Asparagus
There are so many great healthy meals you can make on your truck with an Instant Pot while out on the road. We are by no means endorsing...
Kimberly Crites
Apr 20, 20212 min read
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Trucker Toolbox – Pre-Trip inspections, save time and money
Save yourself time and money with pre-trip inspections. Many times as truck drivers we get in a hurry to get on the road. But maintaining...
Kimberly Crites
Apr 16, 20211 min read
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Stress Awareness Month: All About Stress and How to Cope with It
It’s no secret that truck driving is a stressful career. Google “truck driver stress” and you’ll find no shortage of resources discussing...
Kimberly Crites
Apr 15, 20213 min read
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Tips for a Healthy Colon
Colon health? Okay, maybe this isn’t the most exciting topic. Maybe it’s even a little cringeworthy. But, it’s nothing to take lightly....
Kimberly Crites
Mar 29, 20213 min read
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Dietitian’s Choice: Spicy Brussels Sprouts
This month’s Dietitian’s Choice Recipe is of course one that highlights a GREEN food given that March is well-known for both St....
Kimberly Crites
Mar 18, 20212 min read
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February: American Heart Month
Alongside Valentine’s Day, February is well known for being American Heart Month, the goal of which is to raise awareness about and...
Kimberly Crites
Feb 25, 20213 min read
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Dietitian’s Choice Recipe – February: Brownies
Welcome to the first installment of a new blog series! Each month, Kristen will share a Dietitian’s Choice Recipe. These recipes will...
Kimberly Crites
Feb 15, 20212 min read
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Recipe Roundup: 2020 Holiday Edition
By now, we can probably all agree that 2020 has been a year for the history books. In the spirit of things being different this year,...
Kimberly Crites
Dec 11, 20202 min read
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Guide to Winter Squash
Winter squashes are gaining popularity, and not just as cute Fall decor. While they do look nice as part of a Thanksgiving centerpiece,...
Kimberly Crites
Nov 4, 20202 min read
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