Healthy People 2030, an initiative implemented by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, focuses on reducing health issues and improving the quality of life for adults 65 years of age and older. A combination of physical activity and nutrition can help older adults prevent and manage chronic diseases…
Category: Health & Wellness
Wellness Wednesday: Healthy Eating for a Successful School Year
Healthy eating is important in all stages of life. Developing healthy eating habits at an early age can help prevent childhood obesity, health problems into adulthood, and can even be crucial for navigating a successful school year. Studies conducted on the significance of breakfast show an increase in students staying…
Wellness Wednesday: Get your Fill with Fiber
Fiber is a vital part of a healthy meal plan, yet most Americans are falling short of the daily recommendations of 25-28g/day for women and 30-35g/day for men. In fact, only about 10% of women and 3% of men are meeting the above recommendations. The average dietary fiber intake is…
Wellness Wednesday: Power of Protein
What is protein? Protein is one of the three major macronutrients along with carbohydrates and fats, that the body needs to function properly. Foods that contain protein provide essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein) and other nutrients like B vitamins, vitamin E, Iron, Zinc and Magnesium. Protein is…
Wellness Wednesday: Make Mealtime a Success
Making meals at home can be time consuming and stressful, but it does not have to be that way! Below are a few tips to help you streamline your time spent in the kitchen, while also being mindful of your budget. Get Equipped While you don’t need a chef ready…
Manage Stress to Improve Your Health
We all experience stress in our everyday lives. Small stresses may include a traffic jam on the way to work or a long line at the store when you’re in a hurry. Larger stresses might include trouble paying bills or poor health of a family member. Regardless of the cause…
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and here at Lone Star Circle of Care we have a team dedicated to helping patients prevent and detect the disease, which is now the second deadliest cancer in the United States. Colorectal cancer (CRC), also known as colon cancer, is a disease in…
Celebrate National Nutrition Month & Meet our New Dietitian
We are so excited to introduce our new registered dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, Karissa Lucio! With over 10 years of experience, she can help you find your stride with your meal plan and can provide guidance for lifestyle changes to improve your overall wellbeing. Karissa believes…
Changes in Seasons and Mood: Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Some of us have likely experienced a sensation during the change in seasons commonly known as the “winter blues” where we become more tired, less motivated, and even sad. Many of us can adjust to the change in seasons and less hours of sunlight. However, others can be greatly impacted…
Holiday Blues: Coping with Holiday Expectations
The holidays are a time for making memories, but sometimes those memories aren’t pleasant or joyful. As a child, I remember counting presents to make sure I had more than my twin brother on Christmas day. It was frustrating having a birthday near Christmas and getting gifts with a tag…