A Focus on Mindfulness
For 2018 we have chosen to focus our monthly newsletter theme on practicing mindfulness. Mindfulness is a conscious choice we make to live in the moment, to fully experience our life rather than just trudging through
Top 5 Holiday Party Tips
Okay, let’s face it; the holidays can be a very difficult season to maneuver when you are trying to stay on your healthy eating plan. Getting through the whirlwind of holiday parties and family gatherings
Take Charge of Your Health with Grit and Grace
By: Haley Royer, MS, RDN, LD Every October we celebrate Women's Health Month by encouraging women to take charge of their health. As women, we often put the care of others before ourselves. Well, now it's time to remember that we deserve to
Memory and Food
Are you forgetful? Do you have trouble remembering names of people you know quite well? Do you get up to get a glass of water, get to the kitchen and can’t remember why? If you're
5 Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep
Sleep difficulties are one of the most common complaints as we age. The CDC estimates that as many as 50 to 70 million US adults have problems going to sleep or staying asleep. If you
Healthy Aging
During the month of May we will be taking a look at ways to assist with healthy aging. Who of us would not want to postpone or even stop the aging process that we face
Ready to Exercise? Just Breathe!
So you’re interested in starting an exercise program but don’t know where to begin? The first step is an assessment of how you feel now. In order to do this, you have to “listen to
Summer Fun: 5 Ways to Celebrate Summer!
Summer is the favorite season of the year for many people. With long days of sunshine and warm breezes it’s a great time to kick up some fun. Here are several ideas to get you
Eat Right to Age Right!
As we age, our risk for disease and disability increase with inadequate physical activity, genetic susceptibility, and poor diet. While we know this statement to be true, what if the opposite was true? What if
Parenting Tip #1: Praise vs Encouragement
JTA Wellness is ecstatic to introduce tips on healthy parenting from our newest team member, Katie Gaebel, Child Behavioral Specialist. Click Here to learn more about her. Praise vs Encouragement: There are many things in
5 Ways Leaders Can Eliminate Stress in their Life
This week, I am honored to feature a guest blogger, Dr. Scott Livingston. He is the president of Livingston Consulting Group and is renowned for his expertise in emotional health and intelligence. Take a look at his words of
Is it “Back to School” Season, Already?
Planning and preparing healthy meals for your family can feel like a giant task in addition to everything else you have on your plate. Nonetheless, studies have shown that dining together as a family is