Health and Wellbeing

Kicking off the new year healthy with Cura Conversations: Tales of Hospitality Excellence. In this first podcast episode of 2025, we help you stick with your New Year’s resolutions! Learn from our expert…RD and Corporate Director of Clinical Nutrition Christy Drews who helps to guide your journey to a healthier, nutritious and well-focused you! Enjoy […]

Want to stay healthy during the holiday season?  Try eating more winter citrus fruits, packed with immune-boosting vitamin C. As our bodies face the seasonal challenges of colds and flu, this essential vitamin acts as a powerful antioxidant, strengthening our immune system and helping us ward off illnesses. Oranges have many health benefits including a

It may be the holidays, but we still need to be focused on our health and not to overindulge! Diabetes currently affects 537 million adults worldwide, which is about fifty-five million more cases over the last 2 years. Diabetes is a leading global cause of heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and lower-limb amputation. Researchers estimate

It is often said “an apple a day, keeps the doctor away” due to the numerous health benefits that this popular fruit offers!  Many observational studies have revealed positive correlations between apple intake and lower risk of developing many chronic diseases or dying from them. Apples are one of the most grown fruits globally and

Learn how to BeWell from Cura’s Wellness Experts!  Read more in our August Blog on how increased muscle mass can lead to less body fat, a stronger immune system, improved energy levels and reduced stress…creating a healthier you…!  Muscle growth takes time, persistence, and a long-term commitment.  With proper training programs and adequate consumption of

Physical activity is crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being. Not only does it enhance fitness levels and alleviate stress, but it also decreases the risk of chronic diseases and alleviates symptoms of anxiety and depression. Engaging in youth sports not only encourages physical activity among children and teenagers but also fosters the development of

April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. A major part of a healthy lifestyle is managing stress and anxiety. Controlling stress can improve mental and physical well-being as well as minimizing the start of health-related issues. It’s important to know what stress and anxiety look

March marks the 2024 National Nutrition Month® from the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, and this year’s theme is Beyond the Table. To celebrate, Cura will feature BeWell recipe offerings, special events, stories about our dietitians, and more! Beyond the Table addresses several nutrition-related topics from farm-to-fork, to dining outside the home. It also emphasizes

Mindful eating is a practice that involves paying full attention to the experience of eating and drinking. It emphasizes being present in the moment, fully engaging your senses, and cultivating awareness of your thoughts and emotions related to food. The concept is rooted in mindfulness, which is a form of meditation that encourages being present