What is a Stroke? Simply put, a stroke is a “brain attack.” A stroke can occur when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain bursts or is blocked by a blood clot or another particle. Without oxygen rich blood and nutrients, brain cells in the affected area begin to malfunction and die. […]
Stress levels are on the rise as concerns are growing in light of COVID-19. Taking care of yourself and supporting others is crucial for coping, and strengthening as a community during stressful events. Important Ways to Cope with Stress #1 – Take breaks. Take breaks from reading news stories, social media and news broadcasts. It […]
Health Benefits of Taking a Quick Break Taking five-minute breaks from sitting at your desk, especially if you work on a computer, can have several benefits: #1 – It helps your concentration. Short breaks can help increase your concentration, alertness, and work speed. #2 – It can lower stress and reduce accidents. Breaks can help […]
Home is where the heart is, and it’s also where good heart health begins. In this article, we suggest various ways to be more heart-healthy at home. Did You Know? Roughly 60-70% of the human body is made up of water. Not getting enough water can lead to headaches, lack of energy, and disruptions in […]
Who doesn’t love a night out with good friends and even better food? If your plans involve dining out any time soon, the following are some great, heart healthy options to help keep you on track! #1 – Go for Lean! Ask for skinless chicken, fish, or a lean meat. #2 – Choose Water Every […]
Need a way to “tackle” the lack of healthy options at your Superbowl party? Easy Swap: Change Out the Dressing! Swap ranch dip for a hummus dip to go with your veggies. Hummus is packed with fiber to keep you full and contains heart- healthy ingredients, such as chickpeas, to help reduce “bad” cholesterol (LDL). […]
Once you have committed to what you want to achieve, no matter what area of your life, the next step is to set a goal. Goal setting helps you to concentrate on your efforts and keeps you motivated. If previous health and wellness goals have left you discouraged or frustrated, try setting S.M.A.R.T (Specific, Measurable, Attainable/Achievable, Realistic, […]
The average American work day consists of nine “high stress” hours in a fast paced work environment. Meeting a deadline, balancing conference calls, and a large amount of time spent staring at a computer screen has become the norm. This new norm can negatively impact both your physical health and your mental health. Yoga and […]
Grilling a pizza? That’s right! As if you needed a reason to make pizza…here are three: It’s easy to make. It’s cheap It gets you closer to that brick oven pizza – just like you’d have in Italy…well…almost! Below, are some helpful instructions for how to properly grill a pizza. Join us at our next […]
Is there a magic formula that fits everyone’s water needs? The answer is no but being aware of your body’s health factors can help you better estimate how much H20 your body needs. The Importance of Water and Your Body Your body is composed of about 60% water. The functions of these bodily fluids include: […]
