Posts tagged KHC Wellness
4-7-8 Breathing
4-7-8 Breathing

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Here is a simple wellness tip from our staff.

When everyday stress hits, try 4-7-8 breathing. Breathing is an essential act that requires no thought. But thinking about it can alter your physical and mental health. It can relieve stress and anxiety or help you wind down and fall asleep. Here’s how to do it:

1. Inhale through your notes for four counts.
2. Then hold that breath for seven counts.
3. Then exhale through your mouth (slowly) for eight counts.

#wellness #americanheartassociation #hearthealth #koolauluahealthcenter

Community OutreachEric Rhodes4-7-8 Breathing, KHC Wellness
KHC Heart Health
KHC Heart Health

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that World Heart Day is just around the corner? World Heart Day - September 29th, is a global, multi-lingual celebration.

Spanning six continents, hundreds of World Heart Federation (WHF) member organizations, the countless schools, universities, sports clubs and the vibrant cardiology community make World Heart Day (WHD) a truly global celebration.

Every year these groups and individuals bring their local flair, favor and colors to festivities, marking the day by sharing heart healthy regional specialties, leading a dance to get the whole community moving, and sharing life-saving lessons far and wide.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the world’s number one killer. Combined, conditions affecting the heart or blood vessels – such as heart attack, stroke and heart failure – kill more than 20.5 million every year. The majority of these deaths happen in low- and middle-income countries.

We want to bring this number down – way down. And there’s hope: 80% of premature deaths from CVD are preventable. By making small changes to our lifestyle – what we eat and drink, how much we exercise, and how we manage stress – we can better manage our heart health and beat CVD.

If you have questions about your hearth health, call us at (808) 293-9231 or visit koolauloachc.org to make an appointment. We’d love to help you!

#khchearthealth #worldheartday #koolauloahealthcenter #hearthealth

Community Outreach, Family MedicineEric RhodesHeart Health Awareness, KHC Wellness, KHC Heart Health
KHC Wellness
KHC Wellness

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that if your plate looks like this when you’re eating, you’re doing something right!

Did you know each color of food has specific benefits? We’ve compiled a list of the different benefits tied to different colors to help you narrow your grocery list!

Red: Red foods are often rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals, support heart health, and help skin renewal.

Orange: Orange foods such as oranges and carrots are often high in vitamin C, work to boost immunity, support eye health, and can help reduce blood pressure.

Yellow: Foods like bananas, lemons, and yellow bell peppers, support digestion, boost immunity, and promote skin health.

Green: Green foods work to aid in tissue healing, detoxify the body, and support eye health.

Blue and purple: Foods like blueberries, blackberries, and eggplants boost memory, reduce inflammation, and protect against skin damage.

Mahalo!

#bewell #staywell #livewell #eatwell #fruit #vitamins #northshoreoahu #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #hauulahealth #laiehealth #koolauloahealth #koolauloahealthcare

Community OutreachEric RhodesKHC Wellness, Nutrition
Healthy Diets
Healthy Diets

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that if your plate looks like this when you’re eating, you’re doing something right!

Did you know each color of food has specific benefits? We’ve compiled a list of the different benefits tied to different colors to help you narrow your grocery list!

Red: Red foods are often rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals, support heart health, and help skin renewal.

Orange: Orange foods such as oranges and carrots are often high in vitamin C, work to boost immunity, support eye health, and can help reduce blood pressure.

Yellow: Foods like bananas, lemons, and yellow bell peppers, support digestion, boost immunity, and promote skin health.

Green: Green foods work to aid in tissue healing, detoxify the body, and support eye health.

Blue and purple: Foods like blueberries, blackberries, and eggplants boost memory, reduce inflammation, and protect against skin damage.

Mahalo!

#bewell #staywell #livewell #eatwell #fruit#antioxidants #vitamins #northshoreoahu #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #hauulahealth #laiehealth #koolauloahealth #koolauloahealthcare

Community OutreachEric RhodesEat a Rainbow, KHC Wellness
Self-Care
Self-Care

Aloha ‘Ohana,

Here is a great message from our friends at the Hawaii Department of Health:

Devoting some time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting your heart health. Self-care, like moving more, preparing healthier meals, getting enough quality sleep, and taking a moment to de-stress, helps your heart.

Call (808) 293-9231 or visit www.koolauloachc.org to make an appointment to learn more about taking care of yourself or scheduling your annual physical.

#bewell #staywell #livewell #ourhearts #kahukuhealth #laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth #northshorehealth #koolauloahealthcare #koolauloahealthcenter

Community Outreach, Family MedicineEric RhodesSelf-Care, KHC Wellness
4-7-8 Breathing
4-7-8 Breathing

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Here is a simple wellness tip from our staff.

When everyday stress hits, try 4-7-8 breathing. Breathing is an essential act that requires no thought. But thinking about it can alter your physical and mental health. It can relieve stress and anxiety or help you wind down and fall asleep. Here’s how to do it:

1. Inhale through your notes for four counts.
2. Then hold that breath for seven counts.
3. Then exhale through your mouth (slowly) for eight counts.

#wellness #americanheartassociation #hearthealth #koolauloahealthcenter

Community Outreach, Family MedicineEric Rhodes4-7-8 Breathing, KHC Wellness, Stress Reduction
KHC Wellness
KHC Wellness

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Chances are you already know the basics on how to have a healthy lifestyle: Get enough sleep, exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, keep your stress in check.

But there’s more to well-being than that – plus, even those basics can be hard to practice consistently. We’ve rounded up some of the most practical tips on how to Live Well and Be Well.

- Schedule your annual check up at KHC
- Move more
- Eat more fiber, fruit, vegetables, and protein
- Drink more water
- Drink less alcohol
- Drink fewer sweetened drinks
- Get better sleep

Give us a call at (808) 293-9231 if you’d like schedule your annual wellness check up or to speak to someone about your 2025 health goals.

#healthtips #koolauloahealthcenter #KHCwellness

Community Outreach, Dentistry, Family Medicine, Pediatric Dentistry, PharmacyEric RhodesWellness, KHC Wellness