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When in Doubt, HALT!

One of our faculty, Dr. Daniel Amen, has a favorite acronym that he likes to share with us. It is HALT which stands for:

• Don’t get too HUNGRY.
Don’t get too ANGRY.
Don’t get too LONELY.
Don’t get too TIRED

According to Dr. Amen, HALT is an acronym that is commonly used in addiction treatment programs, but it is also particularly helpful for overeaters who have trouble coping with daily stress. HALT has proven to be a very effective way to keep people on track when they are trying to change their eating habits. Dr. Amen shares with us some strategies that apply this technique.

HALT: DON’T GET TOO HUNGRY

Going too long without food lowers your blood sugar levels, which can lead to a variety of emotional issues, including feelings of stress, anxiety, and irritability. These may be the very emotions that trigger your overeating.

Low blood sugar levels are also associated with lower overall brain activity, which is linked to an...

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Six Ways to Ease Holiday Stress

All that hustling and bustling can sometimes turn us into a grinch. In fact holidays can be triggering for some and cause old emotional wounds to come up. According to Dr. Amen, some individuals who have anxiety or depression may find that their symptoms increase when the holiday season approaches. People who struggle with eating disorders or addiction also experience difficulties when the focus is on holiday meals and/or cocktails. Dr. Amen tells us that despite triggers, with a little planning, we can overcome holiday hazards and make the season more peaceful.

1. ’Tis the Season to be Stressed
Buying gifts, hosting lavish feasts, decorating—there’s a lot that goes into making the holiday season perfect. All of this added stress can take a toll on brain health and lead to increased vulnerability to mental health symptoms.

Holiday Helper: Stay grounded with a few minutes of daily meditation or prayer and don’t take on more projects than you can handle.

2. No...

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Dr. Mark Hyman’s Tips for Better Health

We thought it would be encouraging to check-in with our RISE Expert Faculty, Dr. Mark Hyman and glean a few of his favorite ways to strengthen and fortify your health for the journey ahead. Here are a few recommendations he prioritizes to support your immunity and energize your life…

1. A whole-foods, nutrient-dense diet.
Our immune system relies on nutrient-dense whole foods to function well. Vegetables are the foundation of a nourishing diet, and they provide so many immune-supporting nutrients like vitamin C (red bell peppers, broccoli, and spinach) and carotenoids (carrots, sweet potatoes, and kale). Aim for two servings of fruits and eight or more servings of vegetables a day! (A serving is half a cup.)

Berries, pasture-raised meats, and nuts and seeds are also nutritional powerhouses that will hold up great in the freezer, so you can stay stocked without going out.

2. Cut out sugars and refined starches.
There has never been a better time for a sugar and junk food detox....

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