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Caregiver burnout refers to a state of complete exhaustion–physical and mental–and may occur when caregiver stress is left unchecked. Signs of caregiver burnout may include constant fatigue, more frequent sickness, and disregard for personal needs.1 Compassion fatigue, or the stress resulting from taking on the pain of the person being cared for, can also contribute […]
There are different reasons we may crave sugar. If we are eating sugar regularly, our bodies expect and, in turn, desire it. When we eat sugar, our brain releases dopamine, the pleasure hormone, making it more likely for us to want more sugar at that moment and later on. Our blood sugar levels also rise […]
Often, we find ourselves juggling multiple commitments and obligations in our fast-paced world. It can be challenging to balance our personal lives, work, and social engagements. When friends or acquaintances invite us to events or make plans, it’s important to remember that it’s okay to say “No” especially when you genuinely can’t accommodate the request. […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I started ESMMWL on May 23rd with Carrie as our class lead. My goal statement was “Lose 20 pounds at the end of these 15 weeks. Lose 15-20 pounds”. Each week I learned more about the importance of […]
To honor September as Healthy Aging Month, it seems fitting to talk about the importance of physical activity for older adults. The benefits of regular, moderate-intensity physical activity, such as brisk walking, on our mental and physical health are very clear; however, as we age, there are more and more barriers to doing this on […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “I participated in the ESMMWL class with my co-workers. It was great to be able to hold each other accountable. The program was very helpful in teaching me how to make more mindful choices. I lost nine […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “I have taken two of your classes. In 2020, I participated in Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes. By following the program and preparing more meals on the Mediterranean Diet, I had much success with weight loss […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “The last 15 weeks with ESMMWL gave me the tools I needed, and I now have a healthy way of looking at my eating habits. My instructor was knowledgeable about diet and foods and how the body […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant that completed the program: “The program has been great by increasing my awareness and mindfulness regarding health activities. I’ve always exercised regularly, but being aware of diet and behaviors has been key. My weight was already in an acceptable range (per […]
There are days or seasons of life when we feel like we have too much on our plate to consider ourselves and our health. I would like to challenge this mindset and instead view taking care of your health as a spectrum and it is important to acknowledge where you are on that spectrum will […]