VIA SELECT BLOG
Our Blog is a resource for Residents, Staff and Family Members. You will find a variety of well-being focused topics organized into consistent monthly themes.
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Fend off brain fog with healthy habits
“Brain fog” is a term used for certain symptoms that can affect your ability to think. You may feel confused, disorganized, or find it hard to focus or put your thoughts into words. Many of these symptoms can be prevented or improved by making healthier lifestyle...
Eating a brain-healthy diet
Did you know that what you eat can impact your brain? There are a few key aspects of eating that can have significant impact on keeping your brain healthy and reducing your risk of Alzheimer’s disease Spice up your life. Many herbs and spices such as turmeric,...
Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados
Using Greek yogurt makes this a light and creamy dish. It’s also easy to make and packed full of protein. (Yield: 4 servings) Ingredients:•2 avocados, pitted•2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken•1/4 c. red onion, minced•1/3 c. mayonnaise•2 Tbsp. Greek yogurt•Juice of 1...
Heart and brain health
Did you know that your heart health is connected to your brain health? It is important to begin a healthy lifestyle as early as possible to keep your heart and brain strong. Adults and children with elevated blood pressure are at increased risk of stroke and dementia...
Mental Well-being: Anxiety and stress: what is normal?
It’s normal to experience some moments of anxiety and stress in your life, like feeling nervous about public speaking or a job interview. Stress isn’t always a bad thing. In fact, your stress response is a survival mechanism that motivates you to get through life’s...
Roasted Chickpea Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Tahini Sauce
Sweet potatoes are naturally loaded with vitamin A, fiber, potassium, B-vitamins, and powerful antioxidants. This recipe loads them up with high-protein chickpeas for a simple, health-boosting meal. (Yield: 4 servings) Ingredients:•4 medium sweet potatoes, rinsed and...
Build your resilience through self-care
There are many ways to build resilience. The best time to build resilience is when you are already feeling good. Just like your physical health benefits from healthy routines, your mental well-being benefits from self-care activities designed to help you feel good....
Relating to and managing stress
Stress is a normal part of life. However, overwhelming feelings of distress come from how we relate to it. What is our relationship to our stress? Do we see it as something positive (“I am alive, and I have things of value in my...
Golden Milk
This traditional Indian beverage has amazing health benefits including anti-inflammatory properties, immune-boosting antioxidants, and sleep-inducing amino acids. Ingredients:•1 c. unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk•2 tsp. honey plus additional to taste (to make...