By: Tanvi Maharaja, PT DPT at Signature Healthcare WHERE THE BOOKS LIVE: I visit this neighborhood Where the books live All under one roof Portals into another world Charmed spells Magical Mystical The books live here. Some afternoons The kids gather Around the storyteller In the front yard By the quaint fountain He, in his … More A Poem Dedicated to Libraries :
By: Dennis P. Carman, President & CEO of United Way of Greater Plymouth County. Let me start yet another of my offbeat blog posts by acknowledging that I know soda is unhealthy for you. In truth, as I’ve grown older, I’ve found it’s much better for my digestive system to avoid carbonated drinks of any … More “A Splash of Soda Pop & Sarees: An Affirmation of Diversity”
By: Dr. Tanvi Maharaja PT, DPT At Signature Healthcare Now that we know what constipation is (check out this article), let us discuss what we can do to optimize gut health and manage it. The following are key points in maintaining healthy bowels: 1. Consistency: Our bowels love consistency: with the timing and type of food intake, … More The Poop Talk: Awkward but Important Stuff – Part II, Constipation Management
By: Sarah Gonet, Vice President, Development at BAMSI Going back to school is stressful for parents and students across the board, with this stress often being amplified for students with learning disabilities. Characterized by neurological differences that affect how a person processes, store, and communicates information, common learning disabilities including dyslexia, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD and … More Dealing with Back-to-School Stress
By Nicole Long, CEO of Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) Do you feel unsteady on your feet? Have you ever passed up an opportunity to participate in an activity that you enjoy, because you were afraid of falling? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults … More Risks For Falls and Aging: What You Need To Know.
By: Lindsay Schwartz, RD, LDN at Signature Healthcare. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that is not digested by the body. Fiber is found in plant foods, like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Think of the edible seeds and skins on fruits and vegetables. Fiber has so many benefits, including lowering bad cholesterol … More What is fiber and are you eating enough of it?
By: Marsha Weiner, LICSW, Manager of Behavioral Health Services, Signature Healthcare Having spent many years in the field of mental health and social work, it has always been clear that some people are able to bounce back from trauma, stress, and difficult situations, while others really struggle to move forward. In other words, some are more resilient … More RESILIENCE!!
What are sugar substitutes? By: Tayla Carter, MS, LDN, Registered Dietitian (RD) at the Signature Healthcare Outpatient Nutrition Clinic Sugar substitutes, or non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS), are artificial or naturally occurring substances that are used to sweeten food and beverage products, without adding sugar, and contain little to no calories. These sweeteners are often found in … More Sugar Substitutes: Are They As Sweet As They Seem?
By: Emily Ann Richmond, Marketing Coordinator at BAMSI Harm reduction is an essential public health approach aimed at minimizing the negative consequences of risky behaviors, such as substance abuse, without necessarily demanding abstinence. The dedicated and caring individuals who work in the harm reduction field, such as the staff at BAMSI”s Community Outreach, Prevention, and … More Fostering a Supportive Environment in the Community for Harm Reduction Staff
By: Alyssa White RD, LDN, Clinical Nutrition Manager at Signature Healthcare Summer has officially started, and with it comes all of the delicious fruits and vegetables that we associate with it. When I think of summer and snacks, I usually think of fruit salad, a slice of watermelon, or an angel cake with whipped cream … More The Sweet Taste of Summer Produce!
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