Bay Path College Health and Wellness

Saturday, April 20, 2013

Making the Case for Self-Care

The Shocking Facts
- Studies have shown that stress causes up to 80% of illness
- Constant exposure to stress daily stress with little respite has been linked to anxiety, insomnia,depression, relationship issues and disease
- Research shows stress also impacts your ability to produce wealth by reducing your energy levels, affecting your work performance, adversely, reducing your self-esteem and playing havoc with your general health
- Ever increasing numbers of people are reporting feeling anxious about money, overwhelmed, or simply flat

In my practice and in my personal life, self care serves 2 functions; one is to counteract the impact of the daily demands that may reach a level called “stress”, the other is as a preventative measure.

Self care is restorative and protective in its effects even in minutes a day.

Post by: Michelle Cove, Sustainable Wellness

Brain foods

Photo courtesy of 4US2BE

Find a few of the best brain boosting foods and incorporate them into your daily diet.

1. Eggs

Eggs are a great source pf protein and amino acids and are great for your eyes. Moreover egg yolk helps regulate brain function and the nervous system. Have some eggs for breakfast and you are ready to go.

2. Avocado

Avocados increases blood circulation. It contain lots of protein, healthy fats and antioxidants which are vital for optimum brain function. Add some avocado slices in your salad or add them to your sandwich.

3. Salmon

Salmon is not only delicious but also healthy. The Omega-3 fatty acids in it benefit our skin and heart and also improve memory.

4. Chocolate

Who doesn't love chocolates? It is yummy and also improves brain power. The polyphenols in chocolates increase blood flow to the brain and help protect against age-related memory loss. So go on, satisfy your sweet tooth (in moderation)!

5. Oats

Fiber present in oats keeps our brain sharper for long. Oats also contain protein to help you stay energized. In a bowl mix milk, oats, and berries and have a power-packed breakfast.

Post by: Michelle Cove, Sustainable Wellness

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Run for Boston 4/17

On Wednesday, April 17th, runners, non-runners, and people who believe in hope and peace ran together as a sign of solidarity for the people and runners of Boston.
Here are just a few of the snapshots of the Bay Path College community in honor of Boston on April 17th

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Ways to Wellness: Healthy Habits

Starting on March 25th, Bay Path College launched a program called:

The concept behind this program was that everyday, for 28 days, participants would receive a 1 minute video in their email with a healthy habit they could incorporate into their daily lives. The habits were all focused on the ares of eat, sleep and move. Below is a summary of the program. Feel free to visit or re-visit one of the habits that you could start today!

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