Saint Alphonsus Wellcast

On this week’s podcast Amy James (RD), Gabby Boobar (RD) and Candi Zappia (CHES) uncover the pros and cons of intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting, or IF, is a way of eating that uses time-bound intervals through the day to dictate feeding and fasting. If you’re looking to learn more and are curious if this is something you’d like to discuss with your provider, this episode is for you.

This week on the Saint Alphonsus Wellcast we explore financial wellness with Idaho Central Credit Union's Community Development Officer, Mikkel McBride. Mikkel goes into detail about the 4 Laws of Financial Prosperity: tracking, targeting, trimming, and training. Want to find a way to prosper on any budget? This podcast is just for you. ICCU Lunch n' Learn dates for Saint Alphonsus Colleagues: Aug...

Finding accurate health information can be very overwhelming in the digital Age. In this episode, Amy, Kim, and Gabbie talk about the do’s and don’ts of sourcing health information. Important key points: When looking for accurate health information, ask your healthcare provider! Ask for printed summaries, ask questions, and always feel free to contact them after the visit to get more information Q...

On this episode of the Saint Alphonsus Wellcast, Amy James (RD), Kim Kleaveland (NP), and Gabbie Boobar (RD) unpack three of the most common diets seen in our office today. Listen in as we explore the significance, pros, and cons surrounding the Keto Diet, Intermittent Fasting, and the Paleo Diet.

In this episode, Amy James (RD), and Candi Zappia (CHES) have an introductory discussion on the versatility and health benefits of herbs with guest Valerie Lawrence (RD). To learn more about herbs, visit https://www.uidaho.edu/extension and mountainroseherbs.com .

In this final episode of the diabetes series, Amy James (RD) interviews Gabrielle Boobar, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Kim Kleaveland, Nurse Practitioner, on the various ways to manage a diabetes diagnosis with medication. Listen in as they untangle the complexities of medication management and uncover how exactly these medications can benefit those with diabetes.

In this podcast episode, Kim Kleveland (NP), and Candi Zappia (CHES) speak to Amber Kirtley-Perez, a physician assistant at Saint Alphonsus Cardiology, who specializes in preventive cardiology. In this discussion we talk about risk factors for heart disease, ways to keep your heart healthy, and steps for you to take if you find out you are at high risk.

Kim Kleaveland (NP), Candi Zappia (CHES) and Dr. Jeff Bank discuss gut health, the importance of colon cancer screening, and debunk common myths and misconceptions. Dr Bank shares his recommendations for improving digestive health as well as his own experience as a patient.

On today's podcast, Amy James (RD), Valerie Lawrence (RD), Candi Zappia (CHES) and our new Corporate Health & Well-being Dietitian, Gabrielle Boobar (RD), dive into why moving your body is so important when you have Type 2 Diabetes. Listen in as they discuss how exercise improves your Type 2 Diabetes, how much exercise you should be getting, how to find exercise that works best for you, and ho...

Amy James (RD), Valerie Lawrence (RD) & Candi Zappia (CHES) discuss where carbs come from, artificial sweeteners and what to do with your sugar cravings.

Amy James (RD), Valerie Lawrence (RD) and Candi Zappia (CHES) discuss diabetes and how to manage blood sugar through simple, daily strategies that incorporate quality food choices and physical activity.

A discussion with Kim Kleaveland (NP), Debra Maser (RN), and Candi Zappia (CHES) on the top five health habits you can do to improve your health right now.

A discussion between Corporate Health and Well-being nurse practitioner Kim Kleaveland and Dr. Alix Purakal on recommendations for breast cancer imaging and the importance of early detection. To schedule your mammogram, Click Here ! Follow Dr. Alix Purakal on Twitter at @alixandramd Email us questions at sawellness@saintalphonsus.org

We welcome special guest Ted Marconi, Mission Leader at Saint Alphonsus, for episode 5 of the Saint Alphonsus Wellcast. Ted and Amy discuss what it means to be a Mission Leader at Saint Alphonsus, the perks of working in a faith-based organization, and all about Saint Alphonsus' PROUD Colleague Resource Group. Learn about the different ways Ted and the rest of our organization works to make our he...

A discussion between Amy James, RD, Candi Zappia, CHES and Kim Kleaveland, NP about the emotional and physical affects from the changing seasons.

A discussion between Amy James, RD, Candi Zappia, CHES and Shelby Brendle, intern on the popular Pomodoro technique of time management.

Think you know how alcohol affects your body? Listen to this discussion between Debra Masner, RN and Amy James, RD to discover common and not so common myths and facts regarding alcohol and your health.

Discussion between Debra Masner, RN and Amy James, RD on techniques to destress.