Wellspring: Spring 2024 Edition

Wellspring

WHAT’S ON TAP AT CHWB

SPRING ISSUE 2024

About Our Cover

Spring is here, the grass is green, and the skies are blue. You couldn't ask for a better backdrop than that to surround you as you grab your yoga mat and head to one of the Gardens at CHWB to engage in some meditative time in nature. Did you know that yoga has immense health and wellbeing benefits, including the ability to heal psychological trauma? And that spending time in nature has been proven to improve several mental health issues, including depression and anxiety? In one of the six CHWB gardens – intentionally designed to create an environment that supports your whole-health journey – you’ll find plenty of opportunities to relax and reflect with nature.

YOGA & THE GARDENS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Inside This Issue

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ReCenter Yourself: Finding Your Healthy Place

Learn about our Wholeness, Fitness, and Medicine programs and services that inspire your healthiest you.

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Labyrinth Maze

Did you know that labyrinths are used worldwide to quiet the mind, calm anxieties and enhance creativity?

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Sustainable Living: When Healing the Earth Meets Healing Oneself

A Conversation with Alyssa Bolaños, Founder of Winter Park’s Eco Shop + Refillery, Oh Eco.

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Special Spring 2024

Sustainability Programs

We hope to inspire you to care for the planet every month.

12 Community Education Listings

Browse our upcoming slate of Wholeness, Fitness, and Medicine programs – all open to the public, and many of them free.

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Yoga for the Body, Mind and Soul

Yoga is a powerful tool for the body, mind, and soul and can be an impactful ally in your life.

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Health Screenings Could Save Your Life

When you’re proactive about prevention you’re able to catch potential issues sooner and better safeguard your health.

The Center for Health & Wellbeing is a partnership between the Winter Park Health Foundation and AdventHealth.

ReCenter Yourself

Life is busy. Between your many obligations, you need a place to center yourself and find community. You need a place where you can nourish your body, mind and spirit in new ways, every day.

The Center for Health & Wellbeing is where wholeness, fitness and medicine come together to help you achieve your optimal state of wellbeing. At CHWB, you’ll find the tools to live a healthier, more gratifying life. Best of all, it’s a beautifully designed and accessible place where you are

Wholeness

• Health and wellness programs designed to give you the tools to improve your quality of life

• Cooking classes and tastings that showcase food as preventive medicine

• Nourish Coffee Bar + Kitchen, serving healthy and delicious selections, plus coffee, smoothies and snacks

• Public spaces for work and play

• A variety of lush, tranquil gardens

invited to relax, learn, re-energize and center yourself.

The Center for Health & Wellbeing was born from many years of collaboration between the Winter Park Health Foundation and AdventHealth, and the desire from both organizations to make a more significant, longer-lasting impact on the whole-person health of our communities.

The Center for Health & Wellbeing is open to the public –no membership is required to be a part of our community.

Fitness Medicine

The Crosby Wellness Center at the Center for Health & Wellbeing is the only Certified Medical Fitness Facility in Central Florida. Membership includes:

• Two pools and the latest weight and cardio equipment

• Group exercise classes, and private and group lessons in the Pilates Reformer Studio

• Active medical oversight of facility programming

• Personal training from certified and licensed staff

• Health-risk reduction and therapeutic-lifestyle programs Additionally, an indoor walking track, an outdoor walking path and fitness-focused CHWB Community Education Programs are free and available to the public.

Renowned AdventHealth physicians offer a full range of health services, including:

• Chronic condition management

• Medically assisted weight-loss programs

• Sports medicine and rehab, and more

LET US SHOW YOU AROUND

Discover your personalized path to whole-person health.

When you book a tour of the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you’ll uncover your personalized path to whole-person health, supported by our world-class programs and amenities.

Scan the QR code to schedule a 45-minute tour of the Center for Health & Wellbeing with our friendly Welcome Desk representatives, or visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org.

Labyrinth Maze

Start here and make your way to the center of the Labyrinth!

Did you know that labyrinths are used worldwide to quiet the mind, calm anxieties and enhance creativity? Practice mindfulness when you lead your pen through the labyrinth maze below. When you’re done, explore CHWB’s backyard, Ward Park, where you can walk the labyrinth while practicing breathing techniques that encourage relaxation and stress relief. Bathe in the flora and fauna that surround the park while feeling the healing powers of nature. See page 13 for details on a free, guided labyrinth walk.

Sustainable Living:

When Healing the Earth Meets Healing Oneself

According to the United Nations Environment Programme, sustainable lifestyles are “ways of living, social behaviors and choices that minimize environmental degradation while supporting equitable socio-economic development and better quality of life for all.” At the heart of sustainable living is an understanding about how our choices affect ourselves and each other, and an appreciation of how those choices support our individual health and wellbeing.

In honor of April’s Earth Month, we sat down with Alyssa Bolaños, a local sustainability activist and founder of Winter Park’s Eco Shop + Refillery, Oh Eco, to discuss how living a sustainable lifestyle intersects with her own health and wellbeing. Keep reading to discover Alyssa’s point of view on creating a lifestyle that’s accessible for all, her tips and tricks for making easy swaps that have a big impact, and why spending time in nature improves overall wellbeing.

CHWB: Living sustainably is important year-round, but for those of us who are new to the movement, April’s Earth Month is a great time to get started. As an advocate for green living, what does the term “living sustainably” mean to you?

A Conversation with Alyssa Bolaños, Founder of Winter Park’s Eco Shop + Refillery, Oh Eco.

ALYSSA: Living sustainably will look different for everyone because it’s about everyone's individual journey -- what's realistic for me might not be realistic for someone else. But at the very core of it, living sustainably to me is living in a mindful way that tries to do no harm to ourselves and to the planet around us. It’s all about balancing our lifestyle with the world around us.

CHWB: What are easy swaps that lead to a more sustainable lifestyle? And how can those small swaps lead to a big impact not only on the individual but also on a larger scale?

ALYSSA: The easiest places to start making swaps are your kitchen and your bathroom. I find that those are the places that have more one-for-one swaps. You have a toothbrush that's plastic, and here's the same toothbrush, but it’s made from wood instead. So, it's an easier swap than someone going from Colgate Toothpaste to toothpaste tabs. A lot of those swaps mimic your regular non-sustainable disposable items. Bathroom and kitchen swaps are small changes that make a big impact. Another swap is going from plastic water bottles to a reusable bottle. Refilling a water bottle a certain number of times saves you money and plastic from entering landfills and waterways. These swaps, while they seem small, can lead to a larger impact on environmental wellbeing and allow sustainability to be accessible.

CHWB: While working to make sustainability accessible for everyone as the owner of Winter Park’s Refillery + Eco Shop, Oh Eco, how do you encourage repeat customers and first-time shoppers to make that initial step towards a more sustainable lifestyle?

ALYSSA: Start small. Finish what you have and swap or refill what you need. I always tell people to finish their laundry detergent, soap, shampoo, and conditioner, and then come try our refillery. I think once we have these conversations about how sustainable swaps are accessible for everyone, the movement starts to click and become a habit. There are always individuals who are intimidated by making those changes and I normally use this example: you buy a bottle of hand soap, and then you throw it out, you buy another one -- the process repeats itself. But you can bring that first empty bottle here and refill it. I often tell my customers and browsers to just try something, they don't have to change their whole lifestyle to make an impact. And I think that's something that resonates with them. I think when they come to Oh Eco, and have that conversation with me, they're already less intimidated. I like to have products in my store that you wouldn't typically think are eco-friendly. That's where the Oh, in our Oh Eco comes from. People browse the store and find something new and say “Oh, this is ecofriendly?” It shows people that making the step towards sustainability can be accomplished. Part of our mission is that we want sustainability to be easy and accessible for everyone.

CHWB: The Center for Health & Wellbeing is rooted in the Seven Dimensions of Wellbeing, a guiding philosophy that includes Environmental Wellbeing. To us, environmental wellbeing means that helping the planet can bring a sense of accomplishment and wellbeing to your own life. How does living sustainably align with the ways you support your own wellbeing?

ALYSSA: I believe that nature is healing. Everyone needs to spend some time outside every day in the sun and fresh air. The goal of living sustainably or environmentally conscious is to protect this planet. So, every day I'm able to sit and enjoy being outside, experiencing the world around us, the air and sun, the little things that people tend to take for granted

and being grounded in the environment helps my mental health. I'm able to start my day a little more levelheaded and clearer. At the same time, purchasing and eating locally grown food and produce decreases emissions, plus we're eating healthier, organic food that was grown close to home. I feel better not only by eating healthier, more natural foods but by purchasing from local farmers, I'm supporting a local business while being environmentally conscious.

Alyssa moved to Orlando from New York with her husband Patrick and realized that there was a need for sustainability resources, eco-friendly swaps to bathroom and kitchen essentials and a place where the community can learn about living sustainably in a fun and inclusive environment. She founded Oh Eco, Winter Park’s one-stop eco-friendly shop and refillery, where she helps community members make eco-conscious swaps for their everyday products.

Meet Alyssa and shop her eco-friendly goods when she joins other sustainability vendors during the 2024 Ward & Wellbeing Earth Day Block Party on April 27. Back for another year, the Block Party is jam-packed with family-friendly, sustainability-themed fun! Go the extra mile and join Track Shack’s and the City of Winter Park’s Run for Trees 5K sponsored by the Center for Health & Wellbeing, then join us to celebrate post-race and browse our Earth Day Open House. Or, skip the race, and bring your family to participate in the Open House’s sustainable activities, learn from green vendors like Alyssa, compete for giveaways, and more. Learn more on the following page.

CHECK THEM OUT IN REAL LIFE!

1805 E Winter Park Rd, Orlando, FL 32803 (321) 209-0427

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday: 11 am - 7 pm

Tuesday - Saturday: 11 am - 6 pm

Sunday: 12 pm - 5 pm

SPRING 2024 SPECIAL Sustainability Programs

For more than 50 years, Americans have celebrated Earth Day in April. Here at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, we hope to inspire you to care for the planet every month. Did you know we’ve partnered with O-Town Compost to collect food waste from both Nourish Coffee Bar + Kitchen and the Nutrition Theatre, preventing thousands of pounds of food waste from filling local landfills each month? We also offer a variety of monthly Community Education programs designed to help you learn tips and tricks for living a more sustainable lifestyle. Below are a few of our upcoming programs to help you get started.

All About Moringa

Tuesday, April 9, 11 AM – Noon

Moringa is one of the hottest new superfoods, but what is it and how can it benefit your health? Melissa Golterman of Momma G Farms will explain the health benefits of moringa and teach you everything you need to know to nurture and harvest your own moringa leaves. In addition to all the tips and tricks you’ll learn, your program fee also includes a moringa seedling to take home with you. Program fee: $5.

Butterfly & Pollinator Gardening

Thursday, April 11, 11 AM – Noon

Join one of the passionate gardening experts from Fleet Farming as they cover the basics of setting up a pollinator garden, including the best ways to incorporate Florida native landscaping and Florida-friendly landscaping into your home.

IDEAS Hive: Fertilizers on Ecosystems

Wednesday, May 1, 6 – 8 PM

Our local ecosystem is fragile and there are things each of us can do -- and should not do -- in order to protect it. At this month’s IDEAS Hive, a panel of experts will discuss the threat of fertilizers on our ecosystems, with a special focus on the manatee population. You’ll be able to pose questions, participate in discussions, and gain actionable insights into the use of fertilizers on ecosystems.

Plant Propagation 101

Thursday, May 9, 11 AM - Noon

One of the keys to a healthy planet is eating locally, and what could be more local than your own back yard? Plant

propagation just may be the key to a flourishing bed of vegetables and flowers. Not sure what that means or how to do it? Join one of the expert gardeners from Fleet Farming and learn the basics of propagating plants by cutting, dividing and grafting.

Beautiful and Edible Perennial Spinach

Tuesday, May 14, 11 AM – Noon

Learn how to grow a variety of beautiful, edible spinach that you can enjoy year-round. Melissa Goltermann of Momma G Farms will share everything you need to know to start growing your own superfood landscape.

Companion Planting

Tuesday, June 11, 11 AM – Noon

Companion Planting is a planting technique that includes different crops planted in proximity to each other. This technique offers various ways to grow a healthy garden, including providing habitat for beneficial insects and increasing crop productivity. Led by the team at Fleet Farming, in this workshop, you will learn the basics of companion planting, highlighting edible plant combinations for a thriving garden design.

Choosing & Storing Produce

Tuesday, June 25, 11 AM – Noon

The best way to cut down on food waste is to learn how to store your produce properly. In this fun and engaging course, Laura Varich, M.D., a certified lifestyle medicine physician, will lead you on a discovery of interesting and impactful information that will help you choose and store your produce to make it last longer and for maximal nutrition.

MAY 8 3 - 7 PM

Spring has sprung at the Commons Co-Op!

Visit the Center for Health & Wellbeing and shop more than 30 vendors selling the perfect items for spring. Shop plants, honey, candles, aromatherapy, self-care items, microgreens, flowers, gift baskets and more!

live music from 4 - 6 PM

The first 100 attendees will receive a complimentary sourdough starter from Commons Co-Op Vendor, C-M Bakari. Whilesupplieslast,1perperson

Community Education PROGRAMS

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APRIL - JUNE

Center for Health & Wellbeing Community Education Programs inspire your healthiest self. With diverse topics in the categories of Wholeness, Fitness, and Medicine, our dynamic programs are open to the public – no membership required – are free or low-cost and are presented in-person or via webinar. Please note the in-person programs listed here are just a sample of our full calendar. For our full calendar, to learn more and register for an upcoming program, please visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/Events. Pre-registration for all programs is required.

4 Yogalates

Tuesday, April 2, 3 – 4 PM

Mix up your usual workout routine with this fun and unique class! Yogalates combines Yoga and Pilates movements for a workout designed for attendees of all fitness levels. Under the guidance of a dynamic teaching artist from Studio K, this class will strengthen, tone, and stretch your body for full conditioning.

4 Functional Fitness

Tuesday, April 2, 7 – 8 PM

Join Crosby Wellness Center group exercise instructor

Tracy Foust for Functional Fitness, a class designed to prepare your body for the years ahead. No matter what life has in store, from grand adventures to future health challenges, functional fitness can keep you moving throughout your life.

0 Exercise Your Creativity

Wednesdays, April 3, May 8, & June 5, 1 – 3 PM

Exercise Your Creativity is back in 2024, with an all-new series of classes designed to inspire your creative side. In these monthly art workshops, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to experiment with a variety of mediums and art styles and see how getting creative can improve your overall wellbeing.

0 Singin’ for Parkinson’s

Wednesday afternoons (times vary)

Experience the uplifting power of Singin' for Parkinson's, a group that goes beyond singing, offering a warm and welcoming space for anyone with Parkinson's disease. Facilitated by Ashley Lewis, a Board-Certified Neurologic

Music Therapist at CFCArts, you will connect with others, discover new skills, and let your favorite songs become a source of joy and improvement for Parkinson's symptoms. This 12-week program kicks off in March and runs through June; times vary so check our website for more details. You're encouraged to attend all sessions or join whenever it suits your rhythm.

0 Reinvention at Any Age: A Forecast for Life’s Transitions

Wednesday, April 3, 7 – 8 PM

On the cusp of turning 50, award-winning broadcast meteorologist Amy Sweezey walked away from a highly successful TV career to reinvent herself. In this insightful and candid program, Amy shares the steps she took to reinvent herself, what she gained by leaving her job in her prime, and how you, too, can reinvent yourself at any age.

4 Yoga in the Park

Thursday, April 4, 11 AM – Noon

Welcome Spring with Yoga in the Park. Breathe in the fresh air and connect with nature as we celebrate the change of the seasons with an outdoor yoga class in beautiful Ward Park, located just behind the Center for Health & Wellbeing. Under the careful guidance of Crosby Wellness Center yoga instructors Katie DeAscanis and Miranda Harris, you will explore various yoga postures (asana) and purposeful breathing (pranayama). All skill levels welcome.

0 Optimize Your Microbiome: Decrease Inflammation and Chronic Disease

Monday, April 8, 3 – 4 PM

Our body’s microbiome plays a critical role in our health, influencing chronic conditions such as heart disease, allergies and even depression. Certified lifestyle medicine physician Laura Varich, MD, will provide practical, easy-to-apply tools for optimizing your microbiome. And you will even sample healthy, microbiome-boosting foods and beverages. Program fee: $5.

0 Outdoor Labyrinth Meditation Walk

Thursday, April 18, 10 – 11 AM

Time in nature can uplift your mood, boost the immune system, and relieve stress. Join health coach Julie Ward for a special guided Outdoor Meditation and Labyrinth walk in Ward Park, directly adjacent to the CHWB, and soak in all our surrounding nature has to offer.

4 HIPS: Move Your Body the Hawaiian Way

Monday, April 22, 3 – 4 PM

Say “aloha” to a connected body, mind and spirit in this dance-style fitness class focused on celebrating the music and movements of the Polynesian islands. This program is low impact and for all fitness levels.

4 Basics of Stretching

Tuesday, April 23, 4 – 5 PM

Learning the basics of stretching can help decrease the risk of injury and improve flexibility. Plus, it’s a proven mood and mental health boost! Come stretch your way to better health in this activity-filled workshop led by Crosby Wellness Center group fitness instructor KK Swanson.

4 Lightsaber Technique

Wednesday, May 1, 7 – 8 PM

Join in on this ultimate fan experience focused on a galaxy far, far away... In honor of Star Wars Day on May 4 (May the fourth be with you!), you’ll learn how to perfect the art of intergalactic combat. Using your very own lightsaber, Studio K’s Sith Lord Mandy will lead you through a program like no other, merging fight choreography and body toning. This program is for all levels of fitness and for those 14 and older.

0 Eating Healthy Lunches

Monday, May 6, 10:30 – 11:30 AM

Caught in a rut during your lunch break? With just a little bit of planning and some inspiration, you’ll soon be packing lunches that are better for your body and your wallet. Crosby Wellness Center group exercise instructor and nutrition consultant KK Swanson will teach you healthy lunch recipes, plus unlock ways to make meal prep time more enjoyable!

0 Eating for Longevity

Tuesday, May 7, 11 AM – Noon

Of course, we all want to live longer lives, but the real goal is longer, healthier lives. One of the best ways to achieve these goals starts in the kitchen. New research offers us new information about specific ingredients that can protect our DNA and increase our longevity. In this class, certified lifestyle medicine physician Laura Varich, MD, will discuss the latest longevity findings and the secrets of the populations who live the longest.

0 Museum of Happiness

Thursday, May 9, 3 – 4:30 PM

In honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re excited to bring back the popular Museum of Happiness workshop and poster exhibit in the Healthy Living Experience. Kick off the month on May 9 with an introductory workshop, a fun and engaging way to explore ways you can access more joy in your everyday life. Additional, topic-focused workshops will also be held on May 21, June 4, and June 25. Join us for one or all and discover a scientific path to happiness.

0 Tea Meditation

Tuesday, May 21, 10 – 11 AM

Julie Ward, a certified ACE health coach, leads a tasting of herbal teas and accompanying meditations, guiding you to notice where the energy moves in your body. Program fee: $5.

0 Upbeat! Live Performance

Tuesday, May 21, 6 – 7 PM

This spring, the Center for Health & Wellbeing invites you to enjoy a very special performance. Central Florida Community Arts’ UpBeat! provides an artistic platform for youth, teen, and adult exceptional learners and neurodivergent performers.

0 Storm Ready: Preparing for Hurricane Season

Wednesday, May 29, 6 – 7 PM

For many Floridians, especially those new to the state, hurricane season can be stressful and anxiety inducing. But it doesn’t have to be! Learning about the science behind storms, watches, and warnings can empower you to tackle the season like a seasoned Floridian. Award-winning broadcast meteorologist Amy Sweezey will share her forecast for safely equipping yourself, your home, and your business for impending tropical weather.

0 Brain Health: Preventing Dementia

Tuesday, June 4, 3 – 4 PM

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month and, therefore, a great time to check in on our brain health. In this class, certified lifestyle medicine physician Laura Varich, MD, will pave the path for brain health by demonstrating which foods and cooking methods are research proven to preserve brain health and prevent dementia, while also providing a brainhealthy recipe to sample. Program fee: $10.

Kids WEEK

School’s out for summer, but that doesn’t mean the learning needs to stop. Join us for a special week at CHWB dedicated to educating, inspiring and empowering kids to develop healthy habits for life. Check our website for complete details on each event, including specific pricing and age requirements. Make this the summer of exploration and growth!

Polymer Clay Sculpting: Flat Stanley

Monday, June 17, 10 – 11:30 AM

Kids Pilates

Tuesday, June 18, 10 – 11 AM

Artists’ Series: All About Juneteenth

Tuesday, June 18, Noon – 1 PM

Kids Gardening Adventures: How to Propagate Edible Plants & Trees

Thursday, June 20, 10 – 11 AM

In the Kitchen with Katie: Cooking for Kids

Thursday, June 20, 11 AM – Noon

Spring Into These In-Depth Events

This spring at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, we invite you to spend some extra time with us and deep dive on a variety of topics specifically curated to empower, educate and inspire you. Not only will these special events help you focus on specific health goals, you’ll engage with a community of like-minded people on a similar journey. During these events, you’ll also have the opportunity to engage with local organizations offering free resources. As part of the Winter Park Health Foundation and AdventHealth’s commitment to community health and wellbeing, all of these events are free to attend.

A Journey to Brain Health

Friday, April 12, 10 AM - 2PM

This special event is all about brain health! Presented by the Winter Park Health Foundation, Crosby Wellness Center and the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and North Florida, this event will provide inspirational talks, fitness demonstrations and community resources available to you and your family. Light refreshments to be served.

Second Annual Parkinson’s Disease Conference

Friday, April 19, 10 AM - 3 PM

Join us for Harmonizing Health: Lifestyle Medicine and Wellness, a free community event featuring experts in lifestyle medicine, research, exercise, and mental health. Learn strategies for optimizing health and wellbeing while navigating the complexities of Parkinson’s disease. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this symposium offers valuable insights and resources to empower you on your journey. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect, learn and inspire change in the Parkinson’s community. Empower yourself with knowledge for a healthier future. Lunch will be provided.

Senior Health & Fitness Day

Wednesday, May 29, 10 - 11:30 AM

Celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day at the Center for Health & Wellbeing. This annual event is celebrated by tens of thousands of active older adults across the country, and we’re excited to bring the event to you. At our event, our team of health and wellbeing professionals will share educational and inspiring messages to encourage you on your personal wellbeing journey. We’ll also guide you through a calming and empowering tai chi demonstration, followed by a lively and interactive panel discussion. Light refreshments to be served.

Widows’ Health & Wellbeing Day

Friday, June 14, 9 AM - 3 PM

Join us for a day dedicated to hope, healing, and empowerment at our second annual health and wellbeing event for widows. Designed to support those who've experienced the loss of a spouse, whether recently or in the past, this special gathering is an opportunity to engage with insightful speakers on holistic wellness, finding purpose, and igniting joy. It's a chance to connect with others who share your journey and understand your experiences. Presented in partnership with Carolyn Moor, Founder of the Modern Widows Club, the event is designed to provide holistic support, offering insights, empowerment, transformative experiences, and the promise of new healthy beginnings.

Celebrating Five Years Of Community 5YEAR ANNIVERSARY

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CHWB turns five on Monday, April 29! To commemorate this milestone, we want to celebrate how CHWB has changed your life:

• Snap a photo while you do what you love at CHWB – for example, sweating in your favorite fitness class at Crosby, enjoying a meal at Nourish Co ee Bar + Kitchen, learning during one of CHWB’s Community Education programs, or creating community and connection in the Commons.

• Post that picture to Instagram or Facebook, tag @centerhealthwellbeing, and tell us the inspiring story about how CHWB changed your life.

• Use the hashtag #CHWBMyCenter for a chance to win one of five CHWB-themed gift baskets, and to be featured in CHWB digital and print publications.

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Vitamin-rich and nurtrient-packed with plant based ingredients, our Superfood Power Bowl is delicious and nutritious. Nourish your body this new year with this signature item, or with any of the other salads, soups, sandwiches or smoothies that await you at Nourish Cofee Bar + Kitchen.

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Excellent source of Vitamin C + Vitamin A

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High in fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, & a great source of protein

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Nourishing carbohydrate energy source

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SPRING 2024 Cooking Programs

Cooking with Collette: Florida Fresh Produce

Wednesday, April 10, 6 – 7:30 PM

Celebrate some of the Sunshine State’s savory and sweet bounty with lifelong Floridian Chef Collette Keller. This class will also provide useful tips and inspiration for using common ingredients featured in CSA boxes this time of year, as well as the harvest at your local farmers’ markets. Chef Collette, a classically trained chef, will demonstrate how to make (and you’ll sample) the following dishes: Florida Shrimp & Corn Chowder; Tile Fish with Cabbage & Broccoli Slaw; and Blueberry & Peach Cobbler. Program fee: $35.

Food as Medicine: Cooking to Prevent Cancer

Friday, April 19, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Join us in-person or watch along live online for a special Food as Medicine cooking program, focused on foods that can prevent cancer, featuring culinary medicine specialist Allison Harrell and AdventHealth’s Anupama Sharma Saigal, MD, a fellowship trained breast surgical oncologist. Program fee of $35 to attend in person; webinar free.

Cooking with Collette: Fermented Foods

Wednesday, April 24, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Fermented foods are all the rage. For centuries, they've been a beloved part of a variety of cultures’ cuisines, including Korean and German, but now, fermented foods are popping up in all sorts of diets. Plus, in recent years, scientific data has shown just how good these types of foods are for digestive health. In this class, Chef Collette Keller will demonstrate how to make (and you’ll sample) the following dishes: Kimchi & Scallion Pancakes; Powerhouse Avocado Toast; and Kefir & Strawberry Freezer Pops. Program fee: $35.

Cooking with Collette: Mother’s Day Lunch

Wednesday, May 8, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Mother’s Day is a wonderful day to gather with family and loved ones to celebrate the maternal figures in your life. It can also be a day spent in crowded, loud and expensive buffet lines. In this class, Chef Collette will share the perfect menu, with many elements that can be made in advance, for spending a day at home, relaxing and eating well. She will demonstrate how to make (and you’ll sample) the following dishes: Crab Louise Salad; Strawberry Chicken Cobb; and Green Goddess Budha Bowl. Program fee: $35.

Introduction to Raw Desserts

Thursday, May 9, 11 AM– 12:30 PM

Come and discover the world of raw desserts as you learn to make tasty, nutritious sweets. Raw food desserts are healthy, tasty, and free from all the sugar, flour, butter and cream of traditional recipes. You won’t believe raw desserts can be this tasty! Hosted by plant-based, certified ACE health coach Julie Ward, you will learn techniques and tips for introducing raw desserts into your diet. Program fee: $25.

In the Kitchen with Katie: Cooking with Chickpeas

Tuesday, May 14, 6 – 7:30 PM

All hail the tiny, mighty chickpea! With a newfound appreciation for their affordable cost and dense nutritional benefits, chickpeas should be one of your pantry staples. Join cookbook author Katie Farmand in the CHWB Nutrition Theatre, where she’ll be demonstrating (and you’ll be sampling) the following recipes: chickpea hash; crispy chickpeas; and Spanish-style chickpea and spinach soup. Program fee: $35.

Food as Medicine: Cooking for Whole Health

Wednesday, May 15, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Join us in-person or watch along live online for a special Food as Medicine cooking program, focused on whole foods for whole health, featuring culinary medicine specialist Allison Harrell and AdventHealth’s Arianna Becker, DO. Program fee of $35 to attend in person; webinar free.

Cooking with Collette: Easy Summer Party Entertaining

Wednesday, May 22, 6 – 7:30 PM

The summer season is just around the corner. It’s time for

long days spent lounging by the pool, relaxing on the patio and soaking up a slower pace of life. Chef Collette Keller has all the tips, tricks and kitchen hacks you need to know to host a summer outdoor party, without spending the whole party cooking. In this class, she’ll be demonstrating (and you’ll be sampling) the following recipes: Street Corn Salad; Crockpot Chicken Tacos; and Healthy Key Lime Pie. Program fee: $35.

Cooking with Collette: Mediterranean Diet: Summer Edition

Wednesday, June 5, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

The Mediterranean diet has become a top diet followed by people all over the world for its health benefits and delicious options. Chef Collete Keller is back with another of her popular Mediterranean Diet cooking programs, this time to celebrate the flavors of summer! In this demonstrationstyle cooking program, she will be making (and you will be sampling) the following recipes: Grilled Pizza with Corn, Arugula, and Zucchini; Green Goddess Salmon Bowl; and Chopped Chickpea Power Salad. Program fee: $35.

SERVES 2

Ingredients:

¾ cup plain Greek yogurt

1 cup frozen strawberries

1 teaspoon honey

2 tablespoon peanut powder

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings:

Cooking with Collette: Fourth of July

Wednesday, June 12, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Are you tired of hot dogs and hamburgers for the Fourth of July? Spice up your summertime cookouts in time for Independence Day weekend with recipes bursting with summertime flavors. Plus, these are recipes that are actually good for you, too. Join Chef Collette Keller in the CHWB Nutrition Theatre, where she’ll be preparing (and you’ll be sampling) the following recipes: Lentil Burgers with Summer Veggie Ceviche; Crispy Lemony Ranch Brussels Sprouts; and Tangerine Creamsicles. Program fee: $35.

Food as Medicine: Cooking for Bone Health

Wednesday, June 26, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Join us in-person or watch along live online for a special Food as Medicine cooking program, focused on foods to support healthy bones, featuring culinary medicine specialist Allison Harrell and Rothman Orthopaedics’ Dr. Tunc Kiymaz. Program fee of $35 to attend in-person; webinar free.

Recipe:

Peanut Butter & Jelly Power Bowl

RECIPE BY: ALLISON HARRELL

Allison Harrell is a registered dietitian nutritionist and plant-based chef who has been passionate about food and nutrition for more than 20 years. She advanced her knowledge by becoming a certified Culinary Medicine Specialist, certified in Weight Loss Management. Harrell believes that every time we eat, it is an opportunity to promote our health. She incorporates culinary experiences with a science-based approach. Her programs and tools make a positive difference in the health of our communities by instilling confidence and knowledge in the kitchen.

Berries such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries

Coconut

Mini chocolate chips

Hemp seed

Flaxseed

Chopped nuts such as walnuts or sliced almonds.

Instructions:

In a food processor, blend together the yogurt, strawberries, honey, peanut powder, and vanilla extract until all blended together. Pour into bowl and add your favorite toppings!

Option: Freeze it and then let it thaw out for about an hour before eating.

LET’S TALK ABOUT FITNESS

Yoga for the Body, Mind and Soul

Yoga is a powerful tool for the body, mind, and soul and can be an impactful ally in your life. Yoga is a combination of slow movements, deep breathing, and meditation that increases blood flow while warming up muscles and building strength. Yoga is offered as part of the group fitness class schedule at the Crosby Wellness Center located inside the Center for Health & Wellbeing; different yoga classes focused on the many styles of the ancient exercise include yoga basics, yoga flow, yin yoga, power yoga, restorative yoga, chair yoga, candlelight yoga, and more.

The benefits of practicing yoga are endless. Here are our top five:

Increases Lung Capacity

Practicing yoga can improve your balance, coordination, breathing, and mindfulness while decreasing stress and anxiety. At CWC, there are many classes for you to discover your love of yoga. 1 2 3 4 5

Adding yoga to your daily routine can increase your chest wall’s ability to expand, which in turn, boosts lung capacity because you’ve trained your lungs to hold more air. An increased lung capacity is important in cardiovascular exercise, strong stamina, and physical performance and can promote increased mental clarity and focus by delivering more oxygen to the brain.

Promotes Mindfulness

Mindfulness can be defined as “a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations” (2023). You are focused on your breathing while practicing yoga, keeping your thoughts on the present moment and encouraging yourself to momentarily forget about everyday struggles and stressors.

Yoga encompasses holding muscle-building poses while you actively stretch, which simultaneously improves strength and increases your flexibility. Releasing the tension in your body by holding these stretches for 30-60 seconds improves your range of motion and leaves you feeling less tense and your body less stiff. A 2022 study by Taylor, et al., showed that “people improved their flexibility by up to 35% after only eight weeks of yoga” (Taylor, 2022).

Increases Flexibility and Strength Improves Balance and Coordination Can Help Heal Psychological Trauma

Yoga does an excellent job of strengthening and stretching muscles essential for balance. The yoga poses described below challenge static balance, the ability to stand in one spot without swaying, and dynamic balance, the ability to anticipate and react to changes as you move. Successfully managing these tasks requires you to keep your center of gravity poised over a base of support.

The same 2022 study from Taylor, et al., found that yoga, when paired with clinical interventions including psychotherapy, “produced a moderate effect on reducing trauma-related symptoms in people who have been exposed to psychological trauma” (Taylor 2022). The main effects that a yoga practice had on participants in the study who had experienced psychological trauma were increased selfcompassion, feeling more centered, improved coping skills, a better mind–body relationship, and enhanced relationships with others.

Making its home at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, the Crosby Wellness Center is a state-of-the-art fitness facility and the first MFA-certified facility in Central Florida. Crosby features the latest in cardio and weightlifting equipment, has two indoor pools, offers group fitness classes like Yoga and Zumba, plus a variety of modern amenities geared to support your fitness goals and overall wellbeing. Crosby Wellness Center offers several membership options to meet your needs, and memberships are all-inclusive with no hidden fees or long-term contracts.

Visit CrosbyWellnessCenter.org or call 407-644-3606 to schedule a tour of the award-winning facility today.

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These Health Screenings Could Save Your Life

Preventive care is essential to your long-term health and wellness. When you’re proactive about prevention — by staying on top of your annual exams and doctor-recommended screenings — you’re able to catch potential issues sooner and better safeguard your health. If you need more proof that the right screenings can save lives, here are three examples:

Colorectal Cancer Screenings

Colonoscopies can not only identify cancer, they can prevent it from occurring. These screenings find precancerous growths called polyps in the colon or rectum so your doctor can remove them before they turn into cancer. Screenings also find this type of cancer early, when it’s easiest to treat. The CDC credits screening with preventing roughly 33,000 colorectal cancer cases and saving about 16,000 lives in one five-year period. Yet a third of adults ages 45 to 75 aren’t keeping up with their recommended colorectal screenings.

Though you may have some fear and hesitation about getting a colonoscopy, the preparation and procedure have been simplified and streamlined in recent years to improve your experience. This relatively quick outpatient procedure is considered the “gold standard” in preventing colorectal cancers.

Blood Pressure Screenings

Earlier and better treatment of high blood pressure — which can only be found by an exam — plays a role in the decreasing death rates from heart attacks, blood vessel diseases, strokes and kidney disease, according to the American Heart Association. In the past four decades, the mortality rate from heart and circulatory diseases has fallen about 65 percent.

Yet about one in five Americans who has high blood pressure doesn’t even know it. That’s especially troublesome because high blood pressure, sometimes called “the silent killer,” has no symptoms.

Getting your blood pressure checked is the only way to know if you should be making lifestyle changes or taking medication to get it under control.

Pap Test

Since being introduced in 1941, the Pap test has reduced cervical cancer-related deaths by about 74 percent. The latest recommendation from the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), American Cancer Society (ACS), and other groups fine-tunes earlier advice, generally

advising women to get this test about every three years starting at age 21. Talk to your doctor about how frequently you should be getting screened.

Key Recommended Health Screenings

Here are some of the health screenings most highly recommended by the USPSTF:

Blood pressure screening: screening for high blood pressure for adults 18 and older.

Breast cancer screening: screening every other year using mammography for women ages 40 to 74.

Cervical cancer screening: Pap tests every three years for women ages 21 to 65 who have had vaginal intercourse and have a cervix.

Cholesterol blood test: Screening to determine cholesterol abnormalities is strongly recommended for men 35 and older and women 45 and older if they’re at increased risk for coronary heart disease. Screening is also recommended for men 20 to 35 and women 20 to 45 if they’re at increased risk for coronary artery disease.

Colorectal cancer screening: Using fecal occult blood testing, sigmoidoscopy, or colonoscopy beginning at age 45 until age 75 (an American Cancer Society recommendation). As the USPSTF notes, the risks and benefits of these three methods vary.

Type 2 diabetes screening: recommended for adults without any diabetes symptoms who have sustained blood pressure (either treated or untreated) higher than 135/80.

In terms of preventive health, of course, regular screening tests are just part of the puzzle. You should also develop a relationship with a primary care provider. Your doctor can keep an eye on your well-being, talk with you about a healthier lifestyle, keep your immunizations up-to-date and help you control illnesses if they do develop.

To find a primary care provider near you, visit AdventHealth.com for more information and to request an appointment.

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