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We all have that neighbor or family member who is 90+ years old and still sharp as a tack. And don't we all want to be that person too one day?! With aging comes some level of cognitive decline but there are so many things you can do now, whether you are 15, 40 or 75 years old to keep…

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month, dedicated to increasing public understanding of Parkinson's disease (PD) and recognizing the challenges faced by those living with it. A critically important aspect of managing PD is working with a multi-disciplinary team of experts, as there are a variety of interventions from medication to mental health to targeted protein intake that all play a role…

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics sponsors National Nutrition Month every March to create awareness around nourishing our bodies through food. This year's theme is Beyond the Table, emphasizing the entire system of food such as sourcing, production, availability, budget, cooking & preparation methods and even our mindsets around eating. We often don't consider all of these factors, but they…

Are Girl Scout cookies healthy? No. But you already knew that. Do our wellness dietitians promote Girl Scout cookies as nourishing foods? No again. But you probably knew that too. So why do we have a blog post on this subject? Why not just tell you not to eat them? Because that's not realistic and it does nothing but create…

From gluten free and minimizing lectins, to intermittent fasting and keto diets, the internet is full of dietary recommendations promising to fix all of your health concerns. It can be so difficult to navigate which method to follow based on your own needs. Interestingly, almost all of the recommendations out there have some merit to them, but just because a…

Who is ready for a month of chocolate!? February is here and along with it are all the chocolates and heart-shaped goodies. Our best advice for enjoying America's favorite flavor while also taking care of your body is to make your own tasty treats. Control the ingredients, the sugar content and the portions when you whip up some chocolatey goodness…

The holidays were full of laughter and lights and … food. So much food. Take a moment to just check in with you body to notice if it feels perhaps a bit more sluggish? Bloated perhaps? Having more trouble getting out of bed than usual? Those are normal responses after we indulge, but when you’re feeling ready to feel normal…

We have an incredibly talented team of fitness professionals here at St. Jude Wellness Center. For National Personal Trainer Week, we'd like to introduce them all to you! Anne-Margaret Tovar: Program Coordinator MS in Kinesiology w/ Emphasis in Gerokinesiology & Motor Behavior Certified Balance & Mobility Specialist FallProof! & FallProof H2O Certified Certified Instructor for Silver Sneakers & Arthritis Foundation…

Love to snack but hate the prep? Here are 10 high-protein snack options that come together in no time! Happy snacking! Salty Hard-Boiled Eggs: Ingredients: Hard-boiled egg and sea salt The ultimate high-protein snack. The sea salt really makes it satisfy. Look for pre-boiled eggs in most stores to take out cook time. Cottage Cheese with Pineapple: Ingredients: Cottage cheese…

At St. Jude Wellness Center, we take great pride in being a certified medical fitness facility, recognized by the prestigious Medical Fitness Association. We are, in fact, the first hospital-based wellness center in the state of California to earn this designation, which exemplifies the the dedication of our hospital St. Jude Medical Center to the continuum of health in our…