When we think of community health initiatives, images of group walks, potluck dinners, and social gatherings often come to mind. At Beach Cities Health District (BCHD), volunteers play a crucial role in fostering these Blue Zones principles of...
Blue Zones Project Approved™ Restaurants empower community members to make healthier choices by implementing evidence-backed actions that promote healthy eating.
Designated in October 2024, Mychal's Cafe at 2302 Artesia Blvd in Redondo Beach...
The new year normally means it’s time for new wellness goals, resolutions to break old habits and vows to get rid of things that didn’t work the last 365 days. A consistent theme adopted around January is better eating leading to a healthier, more...
Blue Zones Project Approved™ Restaurants pledge to make the healthy choice, the easy choice by implementing evidence-backed actions that promote a healthier eating environment.
lil'Vegerie at 800 S. Pacific Coast Hwy. in Redondo Beach is the...
This is a time of year when many people have gifts on their minds. Gifts come in all shapes and sizes, and not all gifts come during the holidays. I’d like to take a brief look back at some of the gifts our community has received in the last year....
Blue Zones Project ApprovedTM Grocery Stores make it easy to add well-being to your shopping list by offering Blue Zones® foods that are enjoyed around the world. Consider adding these ingredients to your pantry to set your kitchen up for healthy...
The Mediterranean diet is a way of eating rather than a formal diet plan. The Mediterranean diet emphasizes eating foods like fish, fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains, nuts, and olive oil. Meat, processed foods, and sweets are very limited. The...
In all stages of life, it is important to eat a healthy diet and exercise. As we age, the body becomes less efficient at absorbing some key nutrients. Here are a few of the nutrients to look out for and how to get enough.
Vitamin B12...
By Charlotte Hargrave, RD
Have you ever thought about how food might have a correlation with our mood? Our food choices contribute to mood, and we often might notice how certain foods affect our moods....
Mindful eating is using physical and emotional senses to experience and enjoy the food you eat. It helps you become aware of your own eating habits and discourage judgment of other eating behaviors. This type of awareness can allow you to learn how...
