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Often, people treat wellness as a focused, short-term, all-out effort. This is usually followed by an even longer period of reverting to old habits and behaviors. Here at Summerfield, we help patients meet their wellness goals in a healthy, sustainable way.
The abundant sunshine and longer days inspire many of us to get moving more during the springtime months. With social distancing and stay-home orders as the new norm, the types of activities that we can enjoy today look a little different than we we’ve done in years past. Don’t let the virus get you […]
Anyone who is looking to save time in the kitchen should try small batch cooking. This means cooking one large recipe to have on hand throughout the week. It can be as simple as making one of the meals below. When we prep one of these dishes earlier in the week, we can plan when […]
Meal planning throughout the COVID-19 pandemic is a beneficial skill to keep your mind engaged and your belly happy. Now is a great time to flex those culinary muscles and continue healthy habits while cooking. Adapting to this new normal may require some changes with how you have been planning and preparing, though. Utilize […]
There is no doubt that the COVID-19 outbreak has quickly wreaked havoc on our lives. Our team of dietitians has been right there with our patients, helping them build skills to navigate the new normal. While everyone is handling things differently, we’ve been inspired by how many patients have decided to use this time […]
Written by Megan McNamara MPH, RD, LDN I know what you’re thinking: “I don’t need advice on a symptom-free period. I already have all the Midol, heating pads, and peanut butter M & M’s within an arm’s reach.” Cramps, bloating, fatigue, irritability, cravings, mood swings, depression, you name it…most of us experience premenstrual syndrome […]
Gut health is all the rage in health trends. Dietitians care so much about your gut because it’s where digestion and nutrient absorption happens. This health “trend” will probably stick around for some time, though, since research indicates that our gut health can affect so many other aspects of our overall wellbeing. This includes weight […]
Summer fun comes with summer foods and summer festivities. Don’t let vacations, impromptu beach trips, and neighborhood BBQs throw you off track! Summerfield Custom Wellness designed this guide to give you fool-proof tips to keep your plates and meals balanced, while still ensuring you get to enjoy all the wonderful seasonal flavors. Click here […]
Remember January 1? You decided to trade in your pumpkin pie for chicken salad and your party dress for your sports bra. New Year’s resolution mode was engaged. Research says 41 percent of us make New Year’s resolutions, but only nine percent of those make it to their goals. The fact is most people bite […]
