Jun 6, 2022 | Brain Health, Recipes |
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...
May 17, 2022 | Mental Well-Being, Recipes |
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...
May 17, 2022 | Resilience |
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....
Apr 18, 2022 | Recipes, Sleep Health |
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...
Apr 4, 2022 | Sleep Health |
Sleep is incredibly complex and has an impact on virtually all systems of the body. Within a minute after falling asleep, notable changes start to affect both your brain and body. All of these changes that happen during sleep are connected with your physical,...
Mar 14, 2022 | Nutrition, Recipes |
These fragrant and spicy energy bars are packed with fiber and have an excellent chunky, chewy texture. (yield: 16 bars) Ingredients:•Nonstick cooking spray•1 c. quick-cooking oats•1 c. bran cereal•1/4 c. whole-wheat flour•1 c. walnut pieces•1-1/2 c. stemmed, dried...
Feb 14, 2022 | Heart Health, Recipes |
This 20-minute takeout alternative is full of veggies and great for meal-prep lunches. (yield: 4 servings) Ingredients:•1/4 c. no-salt-added ketchup•1/4 c. pineapple juice•3 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce•1 Tbsp. rice vinegar•2 tsp. honey•1/4 tsp. salt•1/2 tsp. ground...
Jan 17, 2022 | Recipes, Resilience |
Try this quick and easy dinner that’s zesty and low on carbs. (yield: 4 servings) Ingredients: •5-6 medium zucchini (2 1/4-2 1/2 lbs. total), trimmed •3/4 tsp. salt, divided •1 ripe avocado •1 c. packed fresh basil leaves •1/4 c. unsalted shelled pistachios •2 Tbsp....
Jan 10, 2022 | Resilience |
What is resilience? Resilience is the ability to positively adapt in the face of risk and adversity. There is a wide range of adverse experiences like the loss of a loved one or living in a pandemic. They can also be something less significant like missing a flight or...
Jan 10, 2022 | Resilience |
Breaking down the biology of stress can help you understand its impact, and the ways resilience can help you cope. Read these interesting facts about your brain’s response to stress: Amygdala This area of the brain is responsible for the automatic fight-or- flight...