By Christa Marney, RDN, LD, CHWC What food we choose to eat matters, but have you considered that nutrition habits can go beyond what we feed our bodies? Positive nutrition habits begin with our relationship and behaviors with food. National Nutrition Month (March) is a perfect [...]
There’s nothing like a bright, toothy smile, but oral health is a lot more than white teeth and fresh breath. The fitness inside our mouths affects our overall health, and gum disease has been linked to chronic conditions that impact the whole body. Doctors consider an unhealthy mouth a gateway [...]
Whether you’re setting New Year resolutions or just trying to develop healthier lifestyle habits, it’s best to start small. Big changes can be great, but it’s the little habits we do each day that have the greatest impact on our lifestyles. Here are ten bite-size changes you can make to [...]
Temptations are everywhere—the temptation to snack, to skip your workout, to buy impulsively, or hit the snooze button just one more time. While we’d like to rely on willpower to help us overcome these temptations, the amount of willpower you have each day is limited. Here are some things [...]
Healthy behaviors and habits apply to all aspects of your health and well-being, from nutrition and fitness to mental and financial health. But adopting healthy behaviors and habits can be easier said than done. Consider these tips and techniques to help you adopt healthy behaviors and habits: Make preventive care [...]
Recently, folks were given the opportunity to ask our own PacificSource Wellness Coordinator Sally Cummings and Manager of Health Management Paul Ramirez anything! Watch what they had to say. Can I just tone my arms without a full workout? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3J3h82R28M How long will it take to get me "Beefed up?" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBYb2cqK7ZA [...]
The bright colors of fruits and vegetables are not only appealing to the eye; they also have fundamental health benefits. There are three main types of pigment that give fruits and vegetable their rich hues: Carotenoids (orange and yellow) Flavonoids (blue, red, and cream) Chlorophyll (green) These colorful compounds provide [...]
We can help! This week, PacificSource Wellness Coordinator Sally Cummings and PacificSource Health Management Manager Paul Ramirez are gearing up to answer your questions for our exercise AMA (Ask Me Anything) video! First, we asked a few questions. To give you an idea of what makes a great exercise goal, [...]
Recently, folks were given the opportunity to ask our own Senior Registered Dietitian Laura Dudley and Health Management Nurse Caroline Rea anything! Watch what they had to say. What tips do you have for weight loss? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKu7uYH9p00 How bad is hydrogenated oil in small amounts? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nVYEsFZg3U What food [...]
Everyone faces challenges when it comes to making time for fitness. After all, there’s a lot of competing priorities. Establishing a fitness routine is a priority you’ll want to put some effort into. Here are some things to think about as you plan your fitness routine: Talk with your doctor. [...]
