Food Trends for 2017
If you have a New Year’s resolution associated with health and wellness, or simply an interest in the latest food trends, you might be interested to learn a little more about what’s trending when it comes to what we eat.
Allie Nowak, Clinic Sofia physician assistant and competitive athlete, places a priority on healthy eating. In particular, she continues to notice an uptick in interest and options for Paleo and gluten-free dining. Paleo focuses on protein-rich whole foods such as chicken, fish, red meat, organic full-fat dairy and organic eggs – all popular at the supermarket and in restaurants today. Nowak also notes that refined high-carb/high-sugar and low-fat foods are all on a downward trend.
Preparing for Your Best Year Yet
Was 2016 your favorite year? Or maybe it was second grade – when you had the teacher of your dreams – or the year you got married or started sleeping through the night again after having kids. What does the idea of your “best year ever” look and feel like? Some people like to create vision boards to depict their goals and dreams while others prefer a journal, discussion with a friend or simply quiet meditation time.
Our Favorite Holiday Traditions
At Clinic Sofia, we love the holiday season (including beautiful cards from our patients!) and any reason to celebrate. As the holidays approach, we asked our staff to share some of their favorite traditions, which we now share with you.
Ask Sofia: How do I handle post-election stress?
“We’ve been hearing about fear, anxiety and sadness from our patients throughout this particularly contentious election cycle,’” said Jennifer Knapp, nurse practitioner at Clinic Sofia. “Patients talk about newly strained relationships, concerns for their children’s future and many other topics that surfaced during the recent election. Our first objective is to listen to every patient without judgment – Clinic Sofia is a safe environment where you can express any thoughts and concerns.”
Thanksgiving at Clinic Sofia
Food has a way of bringing people together, particularly at the holidays.
Tips to stay healthy this holiday season
Between cookies and parties, seasonal colds and the flu, and busier-than-ever schedules, holidays aren’t always synonymous with healthy days. If you are starting to feel a little ho-hum or bah-humbug, the following tips can make your holidays a little brighter and a lot healthier.
