On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. Kristyn Gregory. Together, they discuss how taking adult timeouts can be beneficial to our wellbeing. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What are adult timeouts How these timeouts help reassesses priorities and manage energy efficiently Strategies to employ during timeouts to promote relaxation Practical steps to incorporate adult timeouts into ones daily routine ..read more

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. David Baird, dermatologist. Together, they discuss skincare products to be mindful of and how to approach skincare this summer. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Why it's important to be cautious of certain skincare products in the summer Steps to take to protect your skin from sun sensitivity while using certain skincare products How to tell if a certain products causes sun sensitivity Alternatives you can use to reduce sun sensitivity ..read more

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore the benefits of summer fruits across the state of Michigan. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Fruit that is in season and the benefits of them Tips for u-pick farms Strategic ways to get your daily serving of fruit Ways to make your fresh fruit last longer ..read more

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. William Beecroft, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network. Together, they discuss how being near a body of water can benefit our mental health. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Why water has a calming effect on the mind What mental health benefits are associated with spending time near water How individuals can incorporate regular exposure to water into their daily lives ..read more

In the upcoming episodes, we'll feature conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference, which centers around the theme "Bridging the Future Together." This theme invites dialogue on inspiring collaboration across divides and addresses key issues for Michigan’s future, including business growth, education, infrastructure, innovation, and equity. We’re continuing our conversations with conference attendees and hope you enjoy these bonus episodes. On part 3 of this series, we’ll be focusing on value partnerships between BCBSM and provider partners. Guests: Tricia Keith - CEO-Elect of Blue Cro ..read more

In the upcoming episodes, we'll feature conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference, which centers around the theme "Bridging the Future Together." This theme invites dialogue on inspiring collaboration across divides and addresses key issues for Michigan’s future, including business growth, education, infrastructure, innovation, and equity. We’re continuing our conversations with conference attendees and hope you enjoy these bonus episodes. On part 2 of this series, we’ll be focusing on value partnerships between BCBSM and provider partners. Guests: Greg Handel - Vice President of Educ ..read more

For the next few episodes, we’ll be bringing you conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference. This year, the conference is focusing on “Bridging the Future Together”, which will invite dialogue among speakers and attendees on ways leaders will inspire radical collaboration across divides. With focus on the greatest issues and opportunities in Michigan, the concept of “Bridging the Future Together” will cover key themes critical to Michigan’s future including attracting businesses and jobs, improving education outcomes to ensure workforce readiness, strengthening infrastructure, and leadi ..read more

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how certain food pairings can help increase nutrient absorption. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Why certain food pairings benefit our health Food combinations that are better for nutrient absorption Misconceptions about pairing foods How often you should be utilizing food pairings to help nutrient absorption ..read more

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Angela Moore, NASM Master Trainer & Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Together, they discuss better ways tackle your to-do list. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: How effective to-do lists can positively impact your wellbeing Aspects of creating an effective to-do list Tools to help streamline to-do lists Strategies to help prevent to-do lists from becoming overwhelming For more info on Angela Moore, visit Angela T. Moore (empoweredbyangela.com ..read more

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss ways we can snack smarter on the go. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What to consider when choosing snacks Common mistakes when snacking and how to avoid them Tips for navigating portion sizes Effective strategies for navigating smarter snacking habits ..read more