Chair Yoga For Strength, Balance and More
Do you often feel tense? Has it become difficult to bend down and tie your shoes due to stiff joints? Are you often worried about falling? If so, chair yoga is the ideal exercise to add to your daily routine. The stabilized motions of chair yoga are known to alleviate some of the most common […]
Sun Health’s Recommended Foods for Bone Health
Here are lists of foods that are rich in vitamin D and calcium– which help with keeping bones healthy and strong. Vitamin D rich foods: Milk: 8 oz has 2.5 micrograms (mcg) or 100 IU (international units) vitamin D Some brands of juice; the amount of vitamin D varies Margarine: 1 Tbsp has 1.5 mcg […]
Resolution Success: Sun Health’s Easy Plan for Eating Healthier
There is a strong likelihood, like millions of other Americans, that you may have indulged in extra homemade holiday sweets and an extra scooping of potatoes while celebrating the holidays. And to help make up for that overindulgence, also like millions of others, you’ve added a healthier diet and exercise to your list of New […]
Getting Back Your Lost Exercise Habit
The weather in Arizona is delightful. However, the thought of fulfilling the promise to yourself of getting back to exercising in the new year may have you feeling frightful. As Sun Health’s Wellness Specialist Alex Stark, M.S., says, the key to making sure you stay true to your New Year’s resolution of getting back to […]
Sun Health Helps Those with Diabetes Defy Risk for Developing Memory Loss
When it comes to dementia, a fact most people don’t know is that those with diabetes have a 65% higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to the World Journal of Diabetes. Marty Finley, M.Ed., Sun Health’s lead Memory Care Navigator says, “It’s also true that many of those with diabetes aren’t even aware they […]
Why It’s So Important to Stay Friends with Someone Who Has Memory Loss
If we have learned anything throughout the past year, it is the importance of friendships and staying in touch. This is certainly no different from someone diagnosed with memory loss. Remaining connected with a dear friend diagnosed with dementia is important. With so many challenges brought about by this disease the acceptance and support of […]
Sun Health Can Help You Take Control of Your Health
If you’re struggling to lose weight and to feel healthier, we can help! Join Sun Health’s online Diabetes Prevention Program from anywhere. Your team of coaches include a certified lifestyle coach and registered dietitian. It may be covered by insurance. Next series starts 7/27 Participants from out of state welcome! Call 844-935-5377 or visit SunHealthDPP.org
How important is it to read food labels?
Sun Health Wellness Registered Dietitian, Melva discusses the importance of reading food labels especially for people with diabetes.
Controlling Weight With Diabetes
Sun Health Wellness Registered Dietitian, Melva talks about why it’s important to control your weight when you have diabetes.
Can People with Diabetes Eat Sugar?
Sun Health Wellness Registered Dietitian, Melva discusses whether or not people with diabetes can eat foods containing sugar.
