Myth Mondays With Sharp Best Health

Sharp Best Health explains the 80:20 approach to healthy eating, which suggests that you fill your plate with nutrient-rich foods 80 percent of the time, and enjoy your favorite slightly less nutritious foods the other 20 percent.

Why is it that we’re so often able to show love and compassion for other people, but can rarely find it for ourselves? We can often be so hard on ourselves, feeding our minds a constant string of negativity and self-criticism...But when we learn self-compassion, showing the same kindness, support and encouragement to ourselves that we show others -  every aspect of  our life will change for the better!On today's podcast Sharp Best Health's guest Susan Knier, a Sharp HealthCare senior rehabilitation education specialist and is a certified Compassion  Cultivation Teacher*,  shows us how we can be compassionate with ourselves by discovering the three main components of self-compassion: kindness, humanity, and mindfulness.*Susan Knier, MBA, OTR/L, Sr. Rehab. Specialist, Sharp HealthCare, Certified Teacher, Compassion Cultivation Training, Stanford University, Sr. CCT Educator, The Compassion Institute Certified Mindful Self Compassion Teacher, UCSD, Certified/Trained Mindfulness Facilitator, IMTA/UCLA R

Curious about Mindfulness? This episode is for you! In this episode, Sharp Best Health and Bob McClure, certified mindfulness facilitator at Sharp, have an educational and engaging conversation about mindfulness, what it is, its benefits and why it matters. RESOURCES:Whil - a free mindfulness and yoga app available to all Sharp employees for free.  Visit SharpNET/SharpBestHealth to start with your free account. Drop-In Mindfulness classes at Sharp - find schedule and locations on SharpNET.UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center: https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/

What is health coaching? Do you need one? In this episode Sharp Best Health interviews real health coaches from Sharp Health Plan, Jessica Kuraishy and Michelle Milles, to help you learn everything you need to know about working with a health coach to reach your wellness goals!NOTES:Health Coaching is a FREE 6-week service available to all Sharp employees. Your specially assigned health coach will provide personalized coaching, support and guidance to inspire positive change, and helps you to achieve your desired health goals.All health coaching sessions are only 30 minutes long and telephone based.There are five health coaching programs available:Smoking Cessation (For current smokers)Healthy Weight (For Individuals with a BMI of 25 or higher)Healthy EatingPhysical ActivityStress ManagementTo get in touch with a health coach at Sharp, please email besthealth@sharp.com.

In this episode, find out why eating local produce in season carries great benefits to your health, your local community and your wallet!NOTES: Recipe for Pumpkin soup: https://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/fresh-pumpkin-soup-by-kerry-simon-248005Recipe for Brussels Sprouts with sweet chili jam: https://www.stonewallkitchen.com/sweet-chili-oven-roasted-brussels-sprouts-R319.htmlRecipe for persimmon cookies: http://keepinitkind.com/jackies-persimmon-oatmeal-cookies/How to cut a pomegranate: https://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/how-eat-pomegranate.html

If the holidays sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed and out of control, you're not alone! On this episode, Sharp Best Health  team shares their personal tips for managing holidays stress and staying happy and healthy throughout the busy holiday season!Resources:Sharp HealthCare Employee Assistance Program: To schedule an appointment or to obtain more information about EAP, please call (619) 681-0022 during business hours, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. For more information and the list of EAP locations, please visit http://sharpnet.sharp.com/eap/Whil: Free digital mindfulness and yoga app for Sharp employees. Visit https://connect.whil.com/sponsor/SharpHealthCare to get started. All you need is your Sharp email address! On-Site Yoga Classes: Visit sharpnet/sharpbesthealth for classes locations and times.Free Telephonic Health Coaching: The telephone-based health coaching program includes weekly sessions up to 30 minutes, a review of lifestyle habits and medical history to establish a “star

Being serious about getting in shape can put you into a quandary. What is better cardio or weight lifting? In this episode Sharp Best Health is trying to resolve the strength vs. cardio conundrum, by examining both training styles and the health benefits their offer. Fitness program schedule recommended by the American Counsel on Exercise:An ideal fitness program should include 30-60 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise (5 per week) or 20-60 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise (3 days per week) and at least 2 strength training sessions on two non-consecutive days each week. You should always consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs.

In Spring of 2018 Sharp Best Health launched a new initiative - The Better Balance Project - to help Sharp participants to achieve a better sense of balance and well-being in their lives. In this episode, Sharp Best Health hosts, Megan and Emily, recap the project and explain how by making small adjustments to 4 powerful, but often overlooked areas of our day-to-day routine, we can create more balance and happiness in our lives.Resources:Download The Better Balance Project Toolkit here: http://sharpnet.sharp.com/hr/benefits/sharpBestHealth/upload/Better-Balance-Project-Toolkit.pdfWhil: a digital mindfulness and yoga platfrom available to Sharp employees for free. To create your free Whil account and start with mindfulness, visit http://sharpnet.sharp.com/hr/benefits/sharpBestHealth/Whil.cfm

Maple Syrup, Honey, and Agave...Which sweetener is better for you? Find the sweet truth behind the 3 most popular sugar alternatives in this episode of the Coffee Break with Sharp Best Health. NOTESThe Glycemic IndexThe Glycemic Index (GI) is a relative ranking of carbohydrate in foods according to how they affect blood glucose levels. Carbohydrates with a low GI value (55 or less) are more slowly digested, absorbed and metabolized and cause a lower and slower rise in blood glucose and, therefore usually, insulin levels.There are three classifications for GI:Individual food portion:Low: 55 or lessModerate:  56 – 69High: 70+

In this episode, Sharp Best Health's guests -Dr. Jocelin Friedman, a physical therapist at Sharp Memorial Rehabilitation Services, and Chris Pryor – Director of IT at Sharp HealthCare, and a certified group exercise instructor/personal trainer and a member of your Sharp Best Health Committee -  discuss body balance and why balance is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.NOTESDr. Friedman's Balance Test:In a corner of the house, stand on a 3-inch foam cushion or a pillow, feet together with ankle bones touching and eyes closed. Hold for at least 20 seconds.Tai Chi Classes at Sharp Memorial:Every Wednesday, 4-5 pmSharp Allison de Rose Rehabilitation Center East Gym2999 Health Center DriveSan Diego, CA 92123Sharp Rehab's Balance and Vestibular ProgramSharp Rehab's Balance and Vestibular Program provides comprehensive rehabilitative therapy for individuals who have difficulty with balance, equilibrium or complaints of dizziness. Dedicated teams of therapists work together under

Healthy lifestyle gurus are always introducing new wellness fads. But sometimes these concepts aren’t based on science or facts (and can actually be unhealthy). In this Quick Sips episode, Sharp Best Health hosts debunk five of the most common health and wellness myths in just 5 minutes!

In this episode, Sharp Best Health shares some ways to work up some motivation to work out.

If you have been wondering for a while about if all calories are created equal, this episode of Coffee Break with Sharp Best Health is for you! Interested to learn more about calories and whether counting them is important? Attend one of the Sharp Best Health's free nutrition education classes in September to learn about calories and whether counting them is necessary for weight management and good nutrition. Classes schedule is available on sharpnet/sharpbesthealth!

Does coffee stunt growth? Are eggs bad for you? In this bonus episode of the podcast, Sharp Best Health takes a look at five of the most common health myths and examines the evidence behind them. To download the Clean Fifteen™ and Dirty Dozen™ lists mentioned in this episode, please visit https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/

Does lifting weights make women big and bulky? Find out the truth in this episode of Coffee Break with Sharp Best Health.

Many people embark on juice cleanses in order to 'detoxify' their bodies or lose weight quickly. But do juice cleanses work? Tune in to this episode of the Coffee Break with Sharp Best Health to find out!

In this introductory episode of Coffee Break with Best Health Team, the gang chats about the new show and also busts a myth or two surrounding their favorite beverage - coffee!

In this episode, Sharp Health Care's Registered Dietitian Ursula Ridens joins Sharp Best Health to discuss the keys to identifying what triggers our emotional eating and what practical strategies we can adopt to respond more healthfully to it.