As we gather for this month’s newsletter, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your hard work and dedication. Each of you plays a vital role in our success, and your commitment drives us forward.
This month, we’re spotlighting an essential topic: nutrition. As we all know, what we put into our bodies directly impacts our energy, productivity, and overall well-being. In this edition, you’ll find insights on the latest nutrition trends, tips for maintaining a balanced diet, and how making small changes can lead to significant health benefits. I encourage you to take some time to reflect on your eating habits and consider how you can incorporate more nourishing foods into your daily routine. Remember, prioritizing your health not only benefits you personally but also enhances our collective performance as a team.
Thank you once again for all that you do. Let’s continue to support each other in achieving our goals, both professionally and personally.
HEALTHY CHOICES, HEALTHY YOU!
The evolving landscape of nutrition highlights several trends that can enhance our well-being. Plant-based diets are gaining traction, emphasizing whole foods and reducing animal products for better health. The focus on gut health underscores the importance of probiotics and prebiotics in promoting digestion and overall wellness. To maintain a balanced diet, aim for a colorful plate filled with diverse fruits and vegetables, practice mindful eating, and opt for whole grains like brown rice over refined options. Staying hydrated is essential, as drinking water can prevent mistaking thirst for hunger. Small, sustainable changes can yield significant benefits. For instance, swapping sugary drinks for water and adding just one more serving of vegetables to your meals can enhance your health without a complete overhaul. By embracing these trends and making gradual adjustments, you can foster a healthier lifestyle that supports both physical and mental well-being. Every small step counts on your journey to better health!
At Unicare, we recognize that nutrition plays a crucial role in the overall health and well-being of our employees and the communities we serve. Prioritizing nutrition isn’t just about healthy eating; it’s about fostering a culture of wellness that empowers everyone to make informed dietary choices. We believe that good nutrition enhances productivity, boosts morale, and contributes to a happier workplace. By prioritizing nutrition, we are not only investing in the health of our employees but also enhancing our collective strength as a company. Together, we can build a healthier future for ourselves and those we serve. let’s make mindful nutrition a corner stone of our Unicare community!
Change is difficult. Don’t try to change everything all at once. Make small changes frequently to keep the changes more sustainable. Don’t look at the changes as a short-term situation, it should be viewed as a lifestyle change. We can’t heal unless we change what was causing the problem to begin with. Hippocrates, an ancient Greek physician, said, “Before you heal someone, ask him if he’s willing to give up the things that make him sick.”
Many processed foods have neurotoxins and hormone disruptors that can impact our physical and mental health.
I think there are a lot of misconceptions about what healthy eating and nutrition consist of. Since the 1940s when Ansel Keys made the recommendations that would form dietary guidelines, fat has been considered bad for us. However, many studies now show that healthy fats are good for us and make our bodies work better. Things like eggs, salmon, and avocados are good. Where processed fats are not healthy for us. Processed food and drinks are causing many health and mental health problems that we see in our patient population.
Nutrition is probably the #1 key to good health and wellbeing. People may have genetic factors that predispose or increase risks for certain disease, but nutrition can mitigate how it is expressed.
Elena DeLeon, Medical Assistant
This month, we are shining a light on one of our team members who goes above and beyond in her role. Elena has been with Unicare for nearly nine years. This November marks a significant milestone in her journey.
Join us in celebrating Elena DeLeon!
Once obtaining my Medical Assistant Certification, I joined Unicare and my knowledge and skills in the medical field expanded to all areas of the clinic. Because of this, I am proud to say that I was chosen as Lead Medical Assistant for Unicare Pomona.
I love going for walks, cooking, gardening, reading and listening to music but most of all I enjoy spending quality time with my 10 year old.
My role as a Medical Assistant is to mainly focus on patient care and assisting our amazing group of Doctors and Physicians at Unicare in Pomona. I enjoy not only being part of such a great team, but also I enjoy the ability to directly interact with patients from different backgrounds, providing them help and support in any way possible.
The care and love I have for the community is the number one reason I joined Unicare!
We are delighted to introduce our newest members who bring fresh perspectives and talents to our company. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are excited to on board valuable contributors to Unicare. At our company, we value diversity, collaboration, and innovation, and we look forward to seeing all that our new hires will accomplish with Unicare.
Welcome to the team, we are thrilled to have you with us!
