THE CV WELLBEING BLOG

Nourishment and Well-being — A Nutrition Blog Series

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Navigating Closet Grief: Embracing Change in Your Wardrobe

As spring cleaning ensues, many people are inspired to declutter closets and reevaluate wardrobes. If you’ve ever done this, you know it can be more than just deciding what clothes to keep or donate—it can also be an emotional journey. Memories, emotions, and even a sense of loss might surface as you let go of pieces that once held significance.

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Intuitive Eating, Gentle Nutrition Carolyn Milles Intuitive Eating, Gentle Nutrition Carolyn Milles

The Ladder of Nutrition Needs: Understanding Gentle Nutrition

Does it often feel overwhelming to think about nutrition or food? Is it hard to keep up with the latest health recommendations? Food doesn’t have to be challenging or boring to be “healthy.” In fact, we may be making things worse for ourselves by focusing on the little things with every new suggestion that gets thrown our way.

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Explore the Evolution & History of Diets

In the ever-evolving world of nutrition, we are constantly bombarded with claims about the “best” diets. Each year, a new “right way to eat” or a “secret” to weight loss emerges, and we are often quick to jump on the bandwagon.

Warning: This blog discusses dieting and disordered eating trends throughout history. Please use caution and discernment—if you're not comfortable with this topic, you might want to skip this post.

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The Power of Food through the Lens of Community & Culture

Globally, cultures that emphasize the importance of connection, often through shared meals, consistently have populations that enjoy better health and happiness. Studies confirm that folks who engage in strong ties to others experience less anxiety and depression, recover quicker from illnesses, and benefit from greater self-esteem and empathy. Notably, these individuals also tend to live longer. To shine a light on this connection, let's explore various cultural practices that celebrate the art of eating.

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Prenatal & Postpartum Mental Health Support

Pregnancy and postpartum come with a spectrum of emotions. We spend much of our time preparing for baby but often focus less time on preparing for how we will support ourselves during the weeks and months beyond during the postpartum season. A strong support community is possible and, some would say, critical for overall maternal health and well-being–particularly for the days that feel a little more overwhelming.

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