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Creating a home that prioritizes both wellness and comfort is key to promoting a balanced, stress-free lifestyle. The right renovations can turn your living space into a sanctuary where you can recharge physically and mentally.
From upgrading your bedroom to making small yet impactful changes around the house, each step you take brings you closer to a healthier, more serene environment.
Continue reading Home Renovation Ideas to Boost Wellness and Comfort
Many people struggle to get through each day. They are overwhelmed by the sheer number of things they need to get done and put their health and well-being on the back burner. Doing so can not only leave them unhappy, but it can also shorten their lifespan. What are some healthy lifestyle elements, and how can a person tackle this journey to better health and increased happiness?
Continue reading Thriving Through Wellness: Embracing a Vibrant Lifestyle
We all know how it feels to be low on energy. We’ve all had those days (or even weeks) where we just can’t seem to get going, no matter how much coffee we drink or how many naps we take. It can be frustrating, especially if you’re used to being a high-energy person.
But don’t despair! There are things you can do to get your energy levels back up. In this article, we’ll give you some tips on how to increase energy and vitality naturally.
Most of us are constantly trying to improve our health in every way possible, either through improved diets, regular exercise, meditation, or any other forms of stress relief. Another great way to improve our health is by getting a massage regularly, if possible. Doing this professionally is not always convenient or you may not feel comfortable doing so. However, this should not stop you from getting the massage you need to better your health. Investing in a massage chair is the ideal solution for those who want to get massages without even leaving their home, and you will be able to use it anytime you want.
Continue reading Using a Massage Chair Can Improve Your Health – Here’s How
Continue reading Alternatives For Wellness : Emotional Rebalancing
The popularity of organic food is increasing at quite an impressive speed, and this is because more and more people are starting to understand the implications of having an organic diet and how it affects their lifestyle as a whole. We can’t deny that with the pandemic and being forced into lockdown, so many of us have started to really pay attention to what we eat and are able to dedicate more time to cooking our own meals. If you’re still on the fence about this simply because you’re not sure what organic food really means, then read on to get a better understanding of why you should consider introducing organic food into your life.
Continue reading Reasons Why You Need to Consider Organic Foods
It is safe to say that 2020 has proven to be quite a busy year, one that is filled with a series of unfortunate events thus far. For months now we have each experienced the side effects of quarantine, all of which include drowsiness, depression and serious vitamin deficiencies. However, of all the side effects none are as more pronounced or life-altering as the unsolicited weight gain most of us have endured. It is true that this pandemic has quashed our hopes regarding many things, but it is still possible for all couch potatoes to recover from all the eating they have been doing. So if you are looking to get back in shape and relish the perks of a slender figure there is one aspect that is worthy of your attention, that is meal replacement shakes. With that said, here is all you need to know about their credibility and efficiency.
Continue reading Meal Replacement Shakes – Does It Really Work?
Dear Parents/Guardians:
On January 16, 2019, teen and millennial expert Ana Homayoun, will be visiting our district to talk about the important topic of Social Media Wellness. We are delighted that she will be delivering three phenomenal programs that day: one for all ninth grade students, a second for staff members, and finally the parent program, which is part of our Wellbeing Speaker Series.
Continue reading Millennial Expert Ana Homayoun, will Speak on Social Media Wellness
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Ottawa Canada, if you are not feeling well better put off that move to Canada . According to the U.S.-based Commonwealth Fund, in conjunction with the Canadian Institute of Health Information, just published the results of their health policy survey of adults in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.
The results indicate that Canada is not just lagging, but dead last when it comes to indicators of timely access to health care.
Continue reading Canadian Healthcare Rated The Worst in “Wait Times “
Summer is quickly coming to an end and the opening day of school, September 5th, is nearly here. We have all been working hard to ensure that our buildings and programs are ready for the first day of school.
Continue reading Ridgewood Superintendent of Schools Back to School Greeting
June 22,2018
by Andrea Collins, MS, RD, CDE, Dietitian, The Valley Hospital
Ridgewood NJ, Smoothies can be a delicious and healthy part of your food plan. Include the ingredients below to boost your phytonutrient, protein, omega 3 and fiber intake.
Combine ingredients in the order listed below and blend to desired consistency.
Base liquid: 4 to 6 ounces
Brewed and cooled tea, green or an herbal tea
Juices (optional): 2 to 4 ounces
100% fruit juices, try cranberry, orange, dark cherry, pomegranate
Fruit
½ cup of unsweetened fruit, try apple, berries, banana, mango, melon, peach, pear, pineapple
Vegetables
1-2 cups of leafy greens or other vegetables of your choice
Protein
Choose one: Unsweetened protein powder (1 scoop), nut butter (1 Tbsp.), yogurt or kefir (1/2 cup)
Flax seeds
Add 1 to 2 Tbsp. of ground flax seeds to the blender
Ice
Add ¼ cup to the blender if you prefer your smoothie cold
Enjoy!
If you are interested in meeting with a nutrition coach to learn more about a wide range of personalized services including menu planning, refrigerator makeovers, supermarket shopping, advice about what to order in restaurants, personal chef referrals, lunch box ideas, collaborative cooking instruction and recipes, please contact Joe Juliano, DTR, Nutrition and Wellness Manager, The Valley Hospital, at 201-447-8093 or jjulian@valleyhealth.com.
The above smoothie ideas were inspired by The Institute for Functional Medicine
Next Wellness program is Wednesday, February 28
Dear Parents/Guardians,
On February 28th, Dr. Caren Baruch-Feldman will be presenting “Developing Grit, Self-Control, and a Positive Mindset: The Keys to Success.” This program will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the George Washington Middle School auditorium. Dr. Baruch-Feldman is the author of The Grit Guide for Teens: A Workbook to Help You Build Perseverance, Self-Control, and a Growth Mindset. She is a clinical and school psychologist who believes in inspiring a growth mindset. Dr. Baruch-Feldman uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help children and adults with depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, and weight loss. She is an expert in coducting psycho-educational evaluations for children experiencing school-related difficulties and has trained hundreds of teachers, parents, children and health care professionals by giving workshops and lectures through the country.
January 29,2018
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Ramsey NJ, Dr. Matthew Murphy, superintendent of the Ramsey Public Schools, has extended an invitation to the Ridgewood community to attend their Parent Academy with Kate Fagan, author of What Made Maddy Run, on Monday, January 29 at 7 p.m. at the Ramsey High School Auditorium. Madison Holleran graduated from NHRHS prior to attending University of Pennsylvania.
What Made Maddy Run is a very powerful book that discusses some of the challenges that children are facing: social media, mental illness, and suicide. In fact, all staff members have received a copy of the book and Ms. Fagan will be addressing the entire staff in the afternoon. Later in the afternoon, she will be addressing our student-athletes and coaches to talk about the additional pressures of being a scholar-athlete. These are just some examples being taken towards the District’s Goal of Enhancing the Student Experience via a focus on Wellness.
An evening with author Kate Fagan:”Ms. Fagan brings enormous credibility and I think her story will be interesting to many,” wrote Dr. Murphy. “She played basketball for the University of Colorado and finished her career as one of the Big 12’s top scorers and then played 2 seasons in the WNBA. Following athletics, Ms. Fagan has worked for the Philadelphia Inquirer and now is a writer for ESPN. She has appeared on “Around the Horn.” She has written several books and has established herself as a sportswriter with knowledge and insight that is useful and important, especially young athletes.”
Location: Ramsey High School Auditorium
Time: 7 PM (doors will open at 6:15 PM)
Parking is very limited – please carpool!
Limited additional parking has been graciously made available via Ramsey Ambulance (WHITE spaces only) and St. John’s.
In case of any potential weather-related issues – please check the district website for updates.
September 28.2017
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Health Department and Parks and Recreation invite you to Good Life Ridgewood. This event will be held Sunday October 1, 2017 from 11 to 3 at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square in downtown Ridgewood.
Come see what wellness services are available to Ridgewood area residents. Visit with 70 Local Health-Providers: Medical Providers, Non-profit Organizations, Health screeners, Vendors, and Entertainers.
The Mayor’s Wellness Campaign supports Good Life Ridgewood. The Mayor’s Wellness Campaign is a state-wide initiative to invite Mayors to play a leadership role in supporting opportunities to promote active, healthy lifestyles with long-term goals to include a reduction in health care costs for all. Come be a part of it all.
7Jun – by Daniel Steingold
In Family Studies Happiness Studies Health Studies Psychological Studies Relationship Studies
EAST LANSING, Mich. — We may have less time to spend with friends as we get older, but that doesn’t mean that close companionship becomes any less important to our well-being. That’s because our social circle has a greater impact on our health and well-being than family does, a new study finds.
Researchers at Michigan State University conducted two separate, yet related studies, hoping to find the empirical value of friendship.
A new study finds that friendship is important to our health and well-being as we age than relationships with family members.
The first study analyzed a survey that provided self-reported measures of health and happiness from over 270,000 participants of all ages worldwide. Meanwhile, the second study derived its data on relationships and chronic illness from a survey of nearly 7,500 American adults.
Via the first study, the researchers found that both having healthy relations with family and friends were determinants of good health and happiness in general, but friendship alone was seen to be a solid predictor of positive overall health at later ages.
https://www.studyfinds.org/friendship-health-family-happiness/
