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Meet Coach Dave, President and Founder of Exercise Connection Resource
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“Coach” Dave Geslak has been a NCHPAD partner for many years and collaborated with our team starting in 2015 to create the highly popular video series, “Improving the Lives of…
Self-Care for Caregivers Resource
https://www.nchpad.org/resources/self-care-for-caregivers/
Caregiving is a rewarding but challenging role. And as a caregiver, it’s so important to also take care for yourself. In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, we put together…
Coffee Club Spotlight on Stephanie Ward, NCHPAD Community Health Educator Resource
In our most recent Spotlight, we caught up with Stephanie Ward, NCHPAD Community Health Educator. We chatted with Stephanie about what it’s like to lead Coffee Club, her favorite NCHPAD…
Shop the Rainbow Resource
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In this video, Mary shows us how to “Shop the Rainbow” when making healthy choices in the grocery store. Filling your cart with a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables…
Nutrition for People with Parkinson’s Disease Resource
https://www.nchpad.org/resources/nutrition-for-parkinsons-disease/
Constipation, urinary tract infections (UTIs), thinning bones, and unexplained weight loss are all common in persons with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Preventing or managing these conditions can be accomplished through proper…
Tips for Healthy Aging Resource
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Eating Well According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 70% of the physical decline among older adults with chronic disease is associated with modifiable risk factors such as poor…
Kid Fit Food Group Game Resource
https://www.nchpad.org/resources/kid-fit-food-group-game/
Summer is a perfect time to continue staying active and utilizing the warm outdoors to your advantage. It also provides a great opportunity to incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables onto…
Healthy Pregnancy: Diabetes Management Resource
https://www.nchpad.org/resources/healthy-pregnancy-diabetes-management/
By: Meg Davis, MPH, RD, LD, CDE Blood sugar control can help keep you and your baby safe. If your blood sugar is high, your baby’s blood sugar will also…
Healthy Holiday Recipes – Is It Possible? Resource
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With a little planning, the holidays can be a healthy time of year, both mentally and physically. Start by planning ahead for events that you are hosting, and be sure…
Healthy Eating for a Strong Heart Beating Resource
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Heart disease is responsible for nearly one in four deaths, making it a leading cause of mortality in the U.S. Each year, approximately 735,000 Americans experience a heart attack, with…
Food and Your Mood: Nutrition and Mental Health Resource
https://www.nchpad.org/resources/food-and-your-mood-nutrition-and-mental-health/
The documentary ‘Super Size Me’ is a very extreme depiction of how food can make someone feel. In this 2004 movie, Morgan Spurlock sets out to eat only McDonald’s food…
Nutrition Considerations for Individuals with Down Syndrome Resource
https://www.nchpad.org/resources/down-syndrome-and-nutrition/
The dietary recommendations for people with Down syndrome are similar to those of the general population. Many people with Down syndrome do not have major health issues, but some do.…
Cholesterol Counts: Knowing Your Numbers Resource
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High cholesterol, also known as hypercholesterolemia, is a health condition that puts people at greater risk for heart attack and stroke. Cholesterol is a waxy substance in the blood that…
Bowel Dysfunction Equals a Need for Increased Dietary Fiber Resource
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A common secondary condition occuring in people with various disabilities is constipation. Persons with a spinal cord injury may experience loss or impaired voluntary control of bowels, making it difficult…
Nutrition Considerations for People with Autism Resource
https://www.nchpad.org/resources/autism-and-nutrition/
Dietary recommendations for people on the autism spectrum are generally believed to be similar to those for the general population. Recent evidence suggests that some children with autism spectrum disorder…