Culinary Medicine: The Secret Ingredient to Good Health
There’s an old saying: “You are what you eat.” Another one is, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” What we eat does affect our health. Research shows proper nutrition can help prevent illness and treat disease. But eating for your health isn’t about adhering to the latest fad diet or simply avoiding certain foods.
That’s where the science of culinary medicine comes into play.
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Five Things to Know About IBS
Do you suffer from stomach pains, bloating, cramping, nausea or diarrhea/constipation? You’re not alone. Everyone experiences bowel changes now and then. But for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the symptoms can be severe, unpredictable, disruptive and inconvenient.
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Learn How You Can Dodge Diabetes
Are you among the approximately 30 percent of American adults with prediabetes? Our Dodge Diabetes lifestyle program can help you avoid a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis. The program focuses on strategies such as healthy eating to improve A1C results, increasing activity and managing stress. Group support is provided by others with similar problems and goals.
The next program starts April 23:
- A total of 22 classes will be held over nine months. Classes will be held in person or via Zoom. In-person classes will be from 5 - 6:30 pm at the Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford.
- For the first four months, the class meets every week, and then every other week until completion.
- Participants learn the skills needed to improve A1C, be more physically active and manage stress while receiving the support needed to stay motivated. Participants will walk away with resources and tools for lifelong use.
- There is an opportunity for continued support at the completion of the 12 months.
To learn more or to register for the Dodge Diabetes program, call 203-688-9010.
How To Care for Your Skin and Hair During Cancer Treatment
If you’re a current Smilow Cancer Hospital patient who is experiencing temporary visual changes to your hair, skin and nails while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatment, consider attending a free Beyond Beauty Program. The interactive workshop is provided by licensed cosmetologists, certified hair and wig specialists and The Cingari Family Boutique.
Upcoming workshops sessions will be held:
- April 16 from 2 - 4 pm at Smilow Cancer Hospital – Torrington, 250 Kennedy Drive
- April 30 from 9:30-11:30 at Smilow Cancer Hospital – Guilford, 111 Goose Lane
- May 7 from 2-4 pm at Smilow Cancer Hospital – Waterford, 250 Waterford Parkway South
- May 21 from 2-4 pm at Smilow Cancer Hospital — Derby, 350 Seymour Ave.
You must pre-register to receive your makeup toolkit on the day of the class. Class size is limited. To sign up, call the Cingari Family Boutique at 203-200-2273 (CARE) or send an email to [email protected].
Feeling Under the Weather? We’ve Got You!
We offer treatment for common illnesses and non-life-threatening injuries to patients of all ages in Connecticut and New York. You can count on us for professional, fast, and friendly urgent care. Make an appointment at one of our many 24/7 locations in Connecticut and New York or just visit our Virtual Care section.
Keep in mind that Yale Haven Health Urgent Care also offers 24/7 Virtual Care. Book your appointment to connect with one of our local practitioners using your smartphone, tablet or computer and receive expert medical evaluation and treatment right from the comfort of your home, no matter what time it is.
We also make it easy to get your child’s complete physical for school, sports, and camp. Learn more (https://www.ynhhs.org/urgent-care/services/walk-in-physicals) about our walk-in physicals.
Billing Questions?
Yale New Haven Health offers financial counseling to patients and families. Spanish-speaking counselors are also available. To make an appointment with a financial counselor, call 855-547-4584.
