Eat Well with Ballet Austin
Food is fuel; fuel to power your body and your brain. Healthy food will help you feel better, boost your immune system and fight infection.
With so much information out there about nutrition, it can be challenging to know where to start and what to believe when it comes to food!
Yet your food choices affect all areas of your health. Your health affects how you feel. How you feel is important for overall well-being. We follow the science when it comes to nutrition and hydration. From the science we will share food facts and helpful resources, and hope to encourage and inspire with quotes, practical tips, and more.
Let’s start by thinking of food as fuel; fuel to power your body and your brain! It can boost your immune system and fight infection. Everybody is different, but each one of us can benefit from learning basic nutrition principles and following simple, actionable tips.
We love good food and sharing healthy recipes; food and recipes that are healthy but taste great; cooking that everyone can enjoy. Please share your favorites recipes with us and we will feature them! Email your recipe ideas to wellness@balletaustin.org
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April is Stress Awareness Month, a good time to de-stress and simplify life for health and well-being.
April 2nd is National Walking Day; a day to go outside for a walk. Walk more all month while there is beautiful spring weather. Breathe deep, de-stress and prioritize your health through walking.
“Happiness blooms naturally in the hearts of those who are inwardly free. It flows spontaneously, like a mountain spring after April showers, in minds that are contented with simple living.” Paramahansa Yogananda
Foods That Help Tame Stress
Stress. We all have it, and how we handle it can make all the difference. We encourage you to do a check on your eating habits and add some of these stress-busting foods.
Replace Soda with Herbal Teas
Hydrate and Herbs. Herbal teas are naturally free of sugar, and many offer health–promoting effects. Switch out the coke and coffee for tea to boost healthy hydration!
Meals Matter for Kids and Learning
Breakfast offers multiple benefits for kids health, well-being and even their school performance. How to keep up with kids’ breakfast and why it is essential to carve out time.
Top 10 Spring Vegetables
Adding fresh spring veggies into your diet will not only boost your nutrient intake, but add texture and flavor to your everyday salads, sandwiches and entrees.
