Preferred Health Partners

We refresh our homes in April—why not our mental space? This month is Stress Awareness Month and high stress lives in the future (anxiety) or the past (regret). Spring invites us back to the now.

Try out this 5-4-3-2-1 approach to manage your stress this month:

5 things you see (the bluebonnets, the changing leaves).

4 things you feel (the breeze, the warmth of the sun).

3 things you hear (birds, wind).

2 things you smell (fresh cut grass, blooming jasmine).

1 thing you taste (a sip of cool, infused water).

The "Sweet Spot" of Texas weather is here! ☀️ Before the triple digits arrive, now is the time to move your workout outdoors.

Our Spring Exercise Challenge: Try a "Zone 2" morning walk. Aim for 30 minutes at a pace where you can still hold a conversation. It’s the gold standard for cardiovascular longevity and a great way to soak up some Vitamin D before the afternoon UV index climbs too high.

Our National Nutrition Month celebrations continue with our fantastic Registered Certified Dietitians sharing their daily menus. Add in their favorite snack, apples with yogurt “dip” made with chia seeds, pomegranate, and peanut butter, and you have a delicious day of healthy meals!