Stress Management
Self-care isn’t selfish Taking care of yourself can help you recharge. But you don’t need a trip to the spa to reduce stress. Try these proven activities anytime, anywhere.
Sleep Affects Food Choices
There is no question as to whether or not eating habits affect heart health. Foods that are high in sugar and refined flours (think sodas, baked goods, etc.) are a common source of excess calories in the diet, as many people find it hard to limit the intake of such foods.These foods also can lead…
Time Out
Fight stress by making little moments your own and help your mind, heart and body. Focus on the things you can control. Enjoy a short meditation, a walk with a friend or simply taking a moment to breathe. Meditation Guide for Heart Health A growing body of evidence suggests that mediating 20 minutes per day…
Senior Center Spotlight: The Rosehouse
The Rosehouse This health and wellness facility opened its doors in 1997. Located at 120 Statesman Drive in Lafayette, this Center provides nutritional and health related activities designed to stimulate physical and mental well-being. Activities consist of health talks, an exercise equipment room, chair volleyball, bingo, line dancing and exercise classes. Monday-Thursday | 8:00 a.m….
AVOCADOS for the HEART
A long-term study finds that eating at least two servings of AVOCADOS per week is linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. This study adds to the evidence to support the benefits of healthy fat sources like avocados to help prevent cardiovascular disease. A key take-home message is to substitute avocados for less-healthy foods…
Exercise
Make Every Move Count When you Move More every day, you can reach some pretty big goals over time. Small steps can add up to huge strides — in your physical health, mental health, stress levels, sleep, productivity, relationships and more. Let movement take you places you never thought possible! 10 minutes of stretching is…
Metabolic Syndrome II
Diagnosis Large waist — A waistline that measures at least 35 inches (89 centimeters) for women and 40 inches (102 centimeters) for men High triglyceride level — 150 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL), or 1.7 millimoles per liter (mmol/L), or higher of this type of fat found in blood Reduced “good” or HDL cholesterol — Less than 40 mg/dL…
Harvest Chicken Casserole
Ingrediants: extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for baking dish 2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper1/2 onion, chopped2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes1 lb. brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered2 cloves garlic, minced2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves1 tsp. paprika1/2 tsp. ground cumin1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth, divided6…
Cardio 101
Practice these fitness fundamentals to help lower your health risks and improve your quality of life. In a nutshell, the term aerobic means “with oxygen.” Aerobic exercise and activities are also called cardio, short for “cardiovascular.” During aerobic activity, you repeatedly move large muscles in your arms, legs and hips. Your heart rate increases and…