On January 26, 2012, the Healthiest State Initiative held its first Day on the Hill, an event at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines to promote Iowans’ health and wellness and our goal of becoming the nation’s healthiest state by 2016.
Legislators and visitors were invited to take a quick health assessment with a biometric panel screening that measured Body Mass Index, waist circumference, height, weight, blood pressure and heart rate. A small blood sample was also taken to measure cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose levels.
Chef Andrew from the Ankeny Hy-Vee treated visitors to samples of freshly prepared healthy quinoa salad. Sample-sized healthy snacks were also available in the House and Senate chambers. Information on nutrition and fitness was also presented by the many partners involved, who all helped make the Healthiest State Initiative’s Day on the Hill such a great success.
We are delighted to host Iowans in a taste of wellness. To see photos of the event, please visit our Facebook page.