Monthly Archives: March 2013

5 Surprising Financial Benefits

Posted on March 29, 2013 by

Navigating the murky waters of financial stability is almost impossible without complex charts and a little outside help. When money matters get rough, ACI’s employee assistance program (EAP) offers more than just assistance with resolving debt or foreclosure issues. Five … Continue reading →

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ACI Working Moms Weigh In on ‘Leaning In’: Erin Krehbiel

Posted on March 27, 2013 by

From Arianna Huffington’s strong editorials advocating for working mothers to Yahoo! CEO Marissa Mayer’s tough stance on flexible workplaces, the discussion on working women and balance in the workplace is in full swing. In the office, ACI Senior Vice President … Continue reading →

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Paws-itive Benefits of Veteran Pet Ownership

Posted on March 26, 2013 by

By Megan Hawker, IMF #65325 ACI Clinical Specialist Captain, Medical Service Corps, US Army Reserves A diagnosis is not necessary to reap the many benefits that animals can offer veterans. As more veterans make the transition back into civilian life, it’s … Continue reading →

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Easter and Passover Favorites Made Lighter

Posted on March 25, 2013 by

Twice-Baked Potatoes– Use turkey bacon or center-cut bacon and use less than the recipe suggest. Switch to fat-free or light sour cream and reduced-fat cheese. The butter can be left out completely. Lemon Cake– Substitute 1/3 cup of canola oil … Continue reading →

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ACI Working Moms Weigh In on Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In

Posted on March 22, 2013 by

By Laura McDermott Media Relations Manager I don’t get angry often. But I absolutely hate when someone says to me, “Oh you’re so lucky.” Whether it’s, “You’re so lucky you get to work from home” or “You’re so lucky you … Continue reading →

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Fun Workouts for People Who Hate Exercise

Posted on March 18, 2013 by

Sports If you don’t like to exercise but enjoy competition, playing a recreational sport like basketball, soccer or tennis can provide you with a fun workout. Dance Dance can build your core strength, increase flexibility, improve your cardiovascular health and … Continue reading →

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Eating Yogurt Improves Your Health

Posted on March 12, 2013 by

Yogurt’s moment as an ultimate health food is still going strong. A new study found that people who ate more than two servings of yogurt a week had better overall diets, lower triglycerides, and blood pressure than those who ate … Continue reading →

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