From food and healthy recipes to fitness exercises and research studies, the AHWC blog offers expert health and wellness advice.
There is nothing like starting your day from a good night’s sleep. Your mind is sharper, you can focus better on tasks, and you are generally in a good mood. However, what happens when we do not have a good night’s sleep? The average adult in the U.S. needs about seven hours of sleep each…
We place a lot of emphasis on how food fuels movement and recovery, and while that is still true, water is the cornerstone on which all nutrition, movement, and recovery depend. The human body is 72 percent water and every system within it requires adequate hydration to operate optimally. Water enables the body to absorb…
Making small changes to the way you eat can help support memory, brain function, and brain health now and later in life. Below are suggestions to incorporate into your nutrition plan so you can enjoy the health benefits these brain-boosting foods bring to the table. Water The brain is more than 60 percent water by weight, so…
We’re all here for binge-watching a TV series (Tiger King) or playing games (Animal Crossing, anyone?), but in between these binges, there’s no time like now to try new activities. Below are a few suggestions that require little to no screen time to engage your mind, body, and senses. Find more activity suggestions on our Pinterest…
By Cristina Rebellon It’s time to shine some love on matcha! In recent years, many restaurants and coffee shops have jumped on the matcha train. However, this particular tea has been enjoyed for nearly a thousand years in many parts of Asia. (Scroll down for recipe!) Matcha is a type of tea made from high-quality,…
If you’re fairly active and plan your workout routines ahead of time, we applaud you! Knowing what you are doing ahead of time is being mindful of your body, keeping yourself accountable, and understanding how to rest properly. However, if you’re looking to create a smarter schedule, we recommend including three essential components: breathing, strength, and flexibility.…
By Liz Chamberlain Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist Discover your own everyday cues to practice informal mindfulness. Here are five suggestions: Engage your five senses When driving, notice the feel of the steering wheel, the sights, sounds around you, the scent, and the temperature of the air. While washing dishes, pause to notice the feel of the…
Fears of a COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic are a timely reminder that regular exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle is still one of our best defenses. If you’ve been following the news, you know the drill: wash your hands thoroughly, cough or sneeze into a tissue or your elbow, clean surfaces thoroughly, self-isolate if you…
For better or worse, the majority of us are homebound. So, let’s keep the mind and body engaged by taking on the 14-Day Healthy Lifestyle Challenge. BONUS: Keep yourself accountable by journaling or doing the challenge with a friend or family! How it works 1. Create a 14-day schedule by focusing on one of the…
By Liz Chamberlain Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist With information and recommendations changing almost by the hour, it can be very upsetting to manage the uncertainty and worry that is affecting all of us daily. So, what are some of the best ways to manage the stress and worry of the coronavirus? How can we practice mindfulness…
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