GBS POPULATION HEALTH PRESENTS
Healthy Holidays Mini-Series
The holidays can be a time of joy and connection, but they can also bring stress and challenges that affect our health and mental well-being. Join us for our Healthy Holidays Mini-Series to find the joy during this time of year! Each session will highlight tools and tips to create a happier and healthier holiday season.
Series Overview
Healthy Eating for the Holidays
Presented by Rebecca Gibbs, MS GBS Population Health Coordinator
Discover how to navigate holiday celebrations without derailing your healthy habits. You’ll be armed with tips of how to shop, give gifts, and involve your whole family in making smarter food choices. Become your own nutritionist by learning how to utilize your intuition and mindful eating practices as you listen to your body’s needs without missing out on the fun.
Fueling a Joyful Mindset: Nutrition & Mental Health for the Holiday Season
Presented by Catherine Van Tassell, LCSW, PA-C, DipACLM; GBS Director, Behavioral Health Consulting
Explore the unique pressures of the holiday season and how they can impact your mood. We’ll dive into the common eating habits many of us adopt during the holidays and how they influence our energy levels, stress, and overall mental health. Understanding how to navigate these festive traditions while prioritizing mental wellness can make all the difference.
Uncover the growing field of nutritional psychiatry, examining how what we eat impacts how we feel. You’ll learn about key studies linking diet to mood and discover actionable strategies to help keep your mind resilient throughout the holiday season.
To bring it all together, we’ll provide some uplifting news—evidence that small dietary changes can lead to meaningful improvements in mental health. You’ll leave with practical recipes and quick tips to boost your mood and keep your spirits high, while still savoring the season.
Have questions?
Email wellness@gbsbenefits.com
