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Columbia Sale for UCSD Health Employees November 28 - December 26!

 

November Live and Virtual Well-Being Events!

 

The Autumn Newsletter is Here!

 

In This Newsletter...

• Healthy Holiday Challenge

• FREE UCSD Rec Online Fitness Class Pass!

• Free Onsite Yoga and Zumba

• Webinar: Hack Your Body Clock to Optimize Health 

• Circadian Rhythm Disruption Linked to Mental Health  

• UCSDH and Salk Institute Study:  Time-Restricted Eating Improves Cardiovascular Health

• Autumn Recipe:  Curried Sweet Potato Puree

• What is a Whole Foods Diet?

October Stress Reduction Events!

 

Stress Reduction Sessions on Zoom

Week 1

• Sleep Better: Monday, Oct. 3, 12–12:15 p.m.
  
• Mindfulness/Body Scan Session: Wednesday, Oct. 5,10:30–10:45 a.m. 
  

Week 2

• Eating Tips for Better Moods: Tuesday, Oct. 11, 10:30-10:45 a.m.
  
• Five Acupressure Points for Stress Reduction: Friday, Oct. 14, 1:30-1:45 p.m.

Week 3

• Mindfulness/Body Scan Session: Monday, Oct. 17, 12-12:15 p.m.
  
• Sleep Better: Thursday, Oct. 20, 9:45-10 a.m.
  

Week 4

• Five Acupressure Points for Stress Reduction: Tuesday, Oct. 25, 10:30-10:45 a.m.
• Eating Tips for Better Moods: Thursday, Oct. 27, 2:30-2:45 p.m.

Click here to register via zoom.

For more information about these events, email Brenna Joyce at bjoyce@health.ucsd.edu. 

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

 A new mental health hotline, 988, is available for people experiencing a mental health crisis. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is designed to be a memorable and quick number that connects people who are suicidal or in any other mental health crisis to a trained mental health professional. Simply call or text the numbers 9-8-8.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

www.afsp.org

www.doctorswithdepression.org

Free Zumba in La Jolla Begins September 27!

 

New Yoga Class Begins September 20!

 

Columbia Outlet September Sale!

 

Simple, tasty, minimal prep-work Avocado-Feta Dip!

 Avocado-Feta Dip

Ingredients:

• ½ diced red onion

• 1 diced seeded jalapeno

• 1 diced avocado

• 1  cup cilantro

• ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

• ¼ cup lemon juice

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• Sea salt, to taste

 

Method

• Cook red onion and jalapeno in olive oil, six minutes

• Puree with avocado, cilantro, feta, lemon juice and olive oil and salt, if desired

• Serve with vegetable sticks (eg., carrot, celery, cucumber and bell pepper)

Pre-Sleep Routine: 5 Yoga Poses Before Sleep

 To calm the nervous system before sleep, try some of these breathing techniques, postures and stretches.

August Swag Days!

 

The Darker the Better!

 

Sleeping in Total Darkness May Be Better for Your Health

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• Researchers have found that sleeping with even a tiny amount of light can impact one’s health.
• The findings suggest light exposure during sleep is linked to a higher risk of obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure in older adults.
• An earlier lab study by the same researchers showed detrimental effects are not limited to older people.
• Read the full article on Medical News Today

UCSD Recreation: 30 DAYS FREE!!

 

30 Days FREE! Sign up for a Rec Membership with payroll deduction anytime in the month of August and receive your first 30 days of membership FREE! Membership benefits include entry at Rec facilities including gyms, pools, courts & fields; access to Rec programming including classes, fitness/yoga & adventures; discounted pricing on the the Rec Activity Pass and more!  Becoming a Recreation member is more than just access to gyms and pools, it’s being a part of an active Triton community. Our mission and vision is simple, to engage our Triton community in pursuing lifelong wellbeing, growth and success, and inspire all Tritons to lead an active life. Come get active with us before the academic year begins by taking advantage of this awesome deal. More Info

Homework Assignment: Watch This!

 Ever wondered if technology, while convenient, might be harming us?  Watch this informative video for facts, practicle solutions to reduce radiation load and resources.

The Summer '22 Newsletter is Published!

 Click below to read about...

• Snacks ‘n Swag Days

• FREE Summer Rec Classes

• The Return of Native Cuisine

• Can Modern Food Regain Its Nutrients?

• Screen Time and Sleep

• Nothing Goes Right When Your Feet Are Uptight!

• Recipe:  Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Additional June Discount at Columbia!

 

May is Movement and Mental Health Month!

 

May is Movement and Mental Health Month at UC San Diego Health!

 

UC Moves California Coastline Challenge

This year, UC Moves invites you to join a systemwide challenge to walk the California Coastline! Take in all the beauty of the Golden State’s Pacific coast as you walk your way from the Oregon/California border to Los Angeles County. Witness the transition from rocky coastline to infamous sandy beaches and learn some history of the towns and cities that call this shoreline home. 

Join our UC San Diego team in a friendly competition against all of the UC campuses. The challenge runs May 6-27.

*Register beginning May 2!

Space is limited; spots are first-come, first-serve and are limited to current UC San Diego employees and retirees.

You may form your own team under the larger UC San Diego Health team, or compete individually. 

2-Minute video instruction to create a Walker Tracker account here.

*If you have an existing Walker Tracker account with UC San Diego, you will need to delete your account or join the UC Moves Challenge with a different email address in order to register. 

Get Your Spring Newsletter!

 Hoppin' off the press is the 2022 UCSDH Employee Wellness Program Spring newsletter.  Click below to read about...

• Catch Your Breath
• A Day In the Life of JMC BMT
• Compassion In Action
• Sleep Guide for Shift Workers
• Happy Hips
• Magnesium and Vitamin D: A Complementary Relationship
• Recipe: Za'atar-Roasted Cauliflower