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SEATTLE, Wash. -- February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in men and women. Heart disease doesnt happen just to older adults. It is happening to younger adults more and more often. Now is the perfect time to learn about your risk for heart disease and the steps you need to take now to help your heart.

Dr. Mariko Harper is a Cardiologist with Virginia Mason and she helps us navigate heart health-- From the signs and symptoms to how women are more susceptible.

Heart diseaseand the conditions that lead to itcan happen at any age. High rates of obesity and high blood pressure among younger people (ages 35-64) are putting them at risk for heart disease earlier in life. Half of all Americans have at least one of the top three risk factors for heart disease (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking).

Visit http://heart.org for resources and information about cardiovascular disease.

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Health briefs 11-25-19 | Healthy Living – Uniontown Herald Standard

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Events

n Medicares annual open enrollment period runs through Dec. 7. The APPRISE Program can help answer questions. Those interested in having a free, confidential plan comparison done can contact a local Area Agency On Agings APPRISE Program to meet with a certified Medicare counselor to discuss needs. For a list of enrollment centers and their dates and times open for enrollment or contact information about local Area Agency on Aging offices, call Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc. at 724-489-8080.

n Mon Valley Hospital will host a hernia education and screening event at 5 p.m. Dec. 16 in the educational conference center. Arshad Bachelani, M.D., of Mon-Vale Surgical Associates, will conduct individual screenings following a brief educational talk on hernias. Registration: 724-258-1333 or http://www.monvalleyhospital.com.

n Adagio Health has moved to a new location at Uniontown Professional Plaza, 205 Easy Street, near Uniontown Hospital. Health care services include family planning and reproductive care for women and men, breast and cervical cancer screening, and adult care basics such as immunizations and screening. The majority of patients receiving healthcare services are women who are uninsured, underinsured or need access to confidential family planning services. Adagio Health also serves thousands of children and families through education and nutrition programs including WIC and Power Up (SNAP-Ed), along with offering tobacco cessation programs aimed at teens and adults. All services are provided through funding from foundations, the State and Federal government and in partnership with a variety of local organizations and other funders.

Courses

n Exercise classes, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Center in the Woods, 130 Woodland Court, Brownsville. Classes include chair dancing at 9:30 a.m. followed by healthy steps at 11 a.m. Information: 724-938-3554.

n Monongahela Valley Hospital will host an American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED course 4-8 p.m. Nov. 26 and 8 a.m. to noon Dec. 17 in the education conference center. Adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR/AED) classes are offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital. The fee for the class is $50 to cover the class and required materials. Registration: 724-258-1333 or https://www.monvalleyhospital.com/registration.asp.

n Monongahela Valley Hospital will host American Heart Association Family and Friends CPR/AED 9-11 a.m. Nov. 26 and 4-6 p.m. Dec. 17 in the simulation center. This course is designed for the layperson that has little or no medical training, and is taught by a certified instructor. This course is for people who do not need a certification card for a job. Content includes an orientation to CPR for adult, child, infants, choking and use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Cost of this course is $35 to cover the cost of the book, which includes a class participation card. Registration: 724-258-1333 or https://www.monvalleyhospital.com/registration.asp.

n Monongahela Valley Hospital will host a diabetes management program 9-11 a.m. Dec. 3, 10 and 17 and 6-8 p.m. Dec. 4, 11 and 18 in the education conference center. Topics include the importance of controlling blood sugars, diabetes medications, lifestyle changes, meal planning and methods to reduce the risk of complications. The program is three consecutive Tuesdays. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start date of class by calling 724-258-1483.

n Mon Valley Hospital will host an advanced carbohydrate counting program 9-11 a.m. Dec. 12 in the educational conference center. The program is a diabetes self-management class designed to educate on how to count carbohydrate content in food to improve blood sugar control. Topics include how to track effects of carbohydrates and blood sugar, glycemic index and how to read food nutrition labels. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of class by calling 724-258-1483.

Support groups

n Breaking Addiction, HEAL Group for Men. The small group meeting for men is designed to help those who have a desire to overcome addictions and find a new direction in life. All sessions give instruction for practical life skills through Biblical Principles found in Gods Word. Discussion and interaction are encouraged at each group meeting. They are scheduled at 7 p.m. the first, second and fourth Thursdays of the month at Eagle Ranch Ministries Inc., 1579 Pleasant Valley Road, Mount Pleasant. Registration: 724-542-7243.

n Breaking Addiction, HEAL Group for Women. The small group meeting for women is designed to help those who have a desire to overcome addictions and find a new direction in life. All sessions give instruction for practical life skills through Biblical Principles found in Gods Word. Discussion and interaction are encouraged at each group meeting. The meetings are scheduled for 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Eagle Ranch Ministries Inc., 1579 Pleasant Valley Road, Mount Pleasant. Registration: 724-244-5261 or 412-969-8520.

n Caregiver support group, 6:30-8:30 p.m., the fourth Wednesday of the month at Lafayette Manor. Classes meet in the new physical therapy department. Light refreshments are provided. Open for family and friends who have lost a loved one to cancer. Registration: http://www.excelahealth.org or 877-771-1234.

n Mon Valley Hospital will host a suicide bereavement support group 12:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and Dec. 23 in the education conference center. The support group is a four-month program that meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month and is led by a licensed psychologist and is free and open to all those touched by suicide. Required registration: 724-678-3601.

n Mon Valley Hospital will host an Alzheimers support group 6-8 p.m. Dec. 10 in the education conference center. The free support group is designed to help the families, friends and caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimers disease or other forms of dementia. Discussion topics include the challenges of coping with this disorder as well as techniques for managing stress and methods of encouraging social engagement. Reservations: 724-258-1333.

n Monongahela Valley Hospital will host a Ostomy support group 2-3 p.m., Dec. 19 in the educational conference center. This support group is free and open to all persons with ostomies and their families and friends. The group meets the third Thursday of each month. Information: 724-258-1773.

n Grief support group, 6-8 p.m. first Tuesday of every month, at the St. John the Evangelist Church on West Crawford Avenue in Connellsville. The group is a collaborative effort for those facing grief due to the loss of a loved one from addiction. Information: 724-628-6840.

n Al-Anon Family Groups, 8 p.m. Wednesdays, Trinity Church parlor, Fayette and Morgantown streets, Uniontown. Please enter at the handicapped ramp entrance. A second is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Christian Church, Pittsburgh Street, Connellsville. These meetings are for anyone who has been affected by or is having problems from someone elses drinking. Information: al-anon.alateen.org or pa-al-anon.org.

n Survivors of Incest Anonymous group, 6:30-8 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month, excluding holidays. This 12-step recovery program is meant for men and women aged 18 or older who were sexually abused by a trusted person as a child. The group meets at the Mount Macrina Retreat Center. A similar group, Healing Friends, is from 6:30-7:30 p.m., East Liberty Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Information: peopleofcourage@gmail.com siawso.org, or healingfriends8@gmail.com.

n Missing Piece of My Heart support group, 6-8 p.m. the last Thursday of each month at the Crime Victims Center conference room in the Oliver Square Plaza. The group is for families who have lost a child to a violent crime. Information: 724-438-1470.

n Silver Generation support group, 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, East End United Community Center, Uniontown. The program is for ages 55 and older. Information: 724-437-1660.

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Healthy Living: Cutting calories, not traditions – Q13 News Seattle

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SEATTLE -- You know youre going to eat it! What? All of it! The pies, mashed potatoes, and green bean casserole. Is it possible to health these items up just a bit without changing the flavor that you love? YES!

The average person will consume 4500 calories on Turkey day. We are not attempting to talk you out of it!

However, with a few tweaks, Nutritionist Deborah, you could cut down on some of the bad fats and sugar and still enjoy all of the typical Thanksgiving goodies.

RECIPES:

CRANBERRY SAUCE Healthy hack: MONK FRUIT TO CUT THE SUGAR GRAMS

1/2 c. sugar & cup of Monk Fruit (I used the Lakanto brand from Costco)

1 c. water

1 (12-oz.) package fresh cranberries

2 tsp. orange zest

Kosher salt

DIRECTIONS

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine sugar and water until sugar dissolves. Add cranberries and cook until they burst, 10 minutes. Stir in orange zest and a pinch of salt.

Remove saucepan from heat and let cool completely, then transfer to a resalable container and refrigerate.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS Healthy hack: GHEE TO ADD MORE FLAVOR WHILE USING LESS FAT

2 pounds Brussels sprouts

1/4 cup olive oil

1 teaspoon kosher salt

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

2 teaspoons honey

Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 425F. Meanwhile, trim the bottoms from the sprouts if they appear dry or yellowed, and peel away the loose outer leaves. Cut each Brussels sprout in half through the stem.

Place the Brussels sprouts on a rimmed baking sheet. Add the oil and toss to coat. Season with the salt and pepper and toss to coat again. Arrange them cut-side down.

Roast, stirring halfway through, until the leaves are dark brown and crisp and the undersides of the sprouts are browned, 25 to 30 minutes total. Drizzle with the balsamic vinegar and honey and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Recipe from @thekitchn

SWEET POTATO SALAD-Healthy hack: HIGHER FIBER THAN REGULAR SALAD & FULL OF ANTIOXDANTS

3 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed (about 2 lb.)

1 small red onion, thinly sliced into half moons

2 tbsp. Avocado oil or Ghee (warm it up so its liquid)

S & P

Freshly ground black pepper

1/2 c. dried cranberries

1/2 c. crumbled goat cheese

1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley

Dressing:

Add these ingredients to a bowl

1 cup olive oil

cup of balsamic vinegar.

3 tbsp. of water

1 tbsp. of maple syrup

1 heaping tsp of Dijon mustard

1 big smashed chopped clove of garlic

Salt & pepper & EBTB seasoning

Wisk away and then let it sit and let the ingredients mingle (like a dating site but better)

Feel free to get fancy with your own additions but the key point? 3:1 ratio of oil to vinegar.

Preheat oven to 400. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss sweet potatoes and red onion in oil then season with salt and pepper.

Distribute them evenly on sheet in a single layer. Bake until tender, about 20 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes then transfer to a large bowl.

Toss sweet potatoes with dressing, cranberries, goat cheese, and parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Recipe modified from @delish

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The Scoop with Amy Doyle: Do we appreciate our healthy living community now that we have a national health crisis? – Greenville Journal

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No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, you have to respect the fact that at a recent press conference, Gov. Henry McMaster mentioned exercise and mental health a dozen times. In his home or work mandate, issued in early April, exercise was permitted. We have all seen more people walking dogs, biking (all kinds) and running (all speeds!) in our neighborhoods.

Is a national pandemic actually going to make us appreciate our sidewalks, trails, bike lanes and parks more than ever? (Remember, weve paid for those sidewalks with our taxes, so we should use them!)

The county portion of the Swamp Rabbit Trail remains open and busy! Ty Houck, greenways director for Greenville County, is encouraged by the recent growth in use of the trail as long as people are following recommended standards: We ask that those who do use it during this time adhere to social distancing and other safety elements expressed by Gov. McMaster and the Centers for Disease Control. Greenville Mayor Knox White said the first thing that City Council wants to reopen is the city portion of the trail, so it may be open soon.

In addition, West Pelzer Mayor Blake Sanders said the 8 miles of the Doodle Trail between Easley and Pickens is open and is seeing a huge rise in walkers and bikers.

Did you know bike shops are considered essential? Because bicycles are a method of transportation, the shops have remained open. Carolina Triathlon owner Randy McDougald has been energized by people dusting off old bikes and bringing them in for tuneups. McDougald said the business is seeing a big uptick in repair work for people whose bikes are their sole means of transportation. These are not only the speedy spandex-wearers but also people of all ages and stages who are getting back to bike riding.

McDougal has even seen a rise in sales in people getting new bikes for the first time as means of stress release and their desire to get out of the house and stay healthy. (Hint: What a great graduation gift for the class of 2020!)

Now more than ever, it is critical to shop small. Our local businesses not the global companies sponsor the road races and bike races downtown. Our neighborhood business owners names are on the backs of Little League T-shirts. They are the ones who support our churches, schools and public safety. We want to remember to thank them with our support.

Josh Boggs, sales manager of Trek Bicycle Store on Laurens Road, said, We have changed more flat tires than probably any two-day period in my 20 years in the bike business. OK, thats a lot of tires.

We have several locally owned running stores, and they support the running community wholeheartedly.(Just check out any road race they are all there cheering on!) Jeff Milliman, owner of Greenville Running Company on Haywood Road, prides his store on custom-fitting for running shoes, but he has adjusted to curbside pickup. I think the new normal will be that people realize the least expensive way to stay fit, healthy and have a strong immune system will be running and exercise walking.

I remember running the Boston Marathon one year and seeing an 8-year-old holding up a sign that said, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE FASTER THAN YOUR SOFA. That made me laugh for miles.

Keep moving! Stay safe! Stay healthy, Greenville.

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Healthy Living: Bust belly fat caused by stress – Q13 News Seattle

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SEATTLE, Wash., We are all undergoing an unprecedented amount of stress these days with the pandemic and the unrest across the world. Stress causes increased belly fat because stress causes our cortisol levels to spike. Nutritionist and Health Coach, Deborah Enos says your body then stores fat because it thinks it is doing you a favor by adding more fat to your internal organs. Deborah helps us with ways to combat stubborn belly fat.

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From Deborah:

Fat around you middle is easy for your body to grab and convert to energy during a crisis.

Fat around your internal organs will protect you in times of stress or trauma (falling down). I know, Im not too happy about it either.

Guess what starts this process? Yep, chronic levels of stress. So pretty much daily life right now. Your body releases stress hormones (cortisol) and these hormones go to work releasing sugar and also creating a craving in you to EAT EVEN MORE.

While it may feel like you cant fight this process, Im here to tell you that you can dial it down by trying some quick & easy stress management tips. .

Here are my three favorite cortisol turn down tips:

1. Get outside. Research is showing that even 5 minutes outside can help to drop your cortisol levels-bonus points if you actually walk around for a few minutes.

2. Move a little bit. Adding some mindfulness movement (yoga or tai chi) for a few seconds can help to reduce the levels & production of cortisol.

3. Breathe deep! Get your stomach to expand on the inhale and flatten on the exhale. Studies show that it doesnt have to be anything fancy, just focus on consciously breathing for 2-3 cycles of breath and you can start to lower your stress hormones and help put a stop to adding any additional belly fat to your body

Foods to Fight Belly Fat

Eat more fiber. Research has shown that people who increase their fiber content eventually end up reducing their belly fat stores. Fiber helps to keep you fuller, longer and that can keep you away from stress eating or eating out of boredom.

Alcohol: SORRY! Theres a reason why its called a beer belly. Alcohol (high levels) has been shown to increase belly fat stores.

Stress: High levels of stress equal high levels of cortisol. Cortisol can drive your appetite and lay down more fat stores into the belly area. Also, when you drink you usually end up eating about 30% more calories than you would normally consume.

Eat fatty fish 2-3 times a week. I love using canned salmon instead of canned tuna. Salmon has a higher fat content and usually less mercury.

Coconut oil is a medium chain triglyceride and has been shown in research to be burned instead of stored.

Here's Deb's 'Belly fat-busting chocolate brownie (in-a-mug)' recipe:

"This brownie may not bust apart your belly fat. But, because of the coconut oil, it may not add ANY belly fat and thats good enough for me!"

INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 tbsp unsweetened coconut milk [if using canned, give it a good stir] tsp vanilla extract tbsps gluten-free flour [I@namastefoodsllcblend from@costco) 1 tbsp sugar (Imonk fruit sweetener from@lakanto no calories!) 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Pinch of salt 2 tsp mini chocolate or butterscotch chips. [If you want to keep it no or low-cal, feel free to skip! But, its a YUMMY addition!]

DIRECTIONS: Add coconut oil to a microwave safe@pyrexhomeor coffee mug and cook on high until melted [about 30-40 seconds]. Let it cool for about a minute and then add in the coconut milk & vanilla. Stir. Add in the remaining ingredients. Stir. Pour mixture into a ramekin or coffee mug and microwave for about 40 seconds [until the brownie is firm to the touch].

Let it rest for a few minutes and then DIG IN!

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Giant Food Announces Free, Weekly Nutrition-Focused Classes in New Virtual Format – PerishableNews

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LANDOVER, Md. Giant Food, the leading greaterWashington D.C.regional grocery chain, today announced that it will be offering free, weekly online nutrition and healthy living classes aimed at supporting the greater community, as well as individuals with chronic illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease. At a time when theCDCrecommends individuals postpone regular, non-urgent healthcare visits and instead use telemedicine when available, these free online classes serve as an extra preventative measure to ensure healthy living habits between doctor visits.

Research shows that even limited short term access to regular health care during a crisis can have long lasting effects on lifestyle conditions like diabetes and heart disease, saidLisa Coleman, MS, RD, and Director of Healthy Living at Giant Food. Our customers are cooking more, often on a limited budget, and are feeling uncertain about how to best adapt their routines. Our goal is to provide easily accessible support during this stressful time which can often exacerbate issues like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and more.

Led by Giants in-house team of 11 licensed nutrition professionals, which has traditionally shared essential nutrition resources to the community via in-person classes, consultations and store tours, these free online classes are an important pivot to continue to offer advice for participants to effectively manage their health through simple diet and lifestyle actions.

People can choose from the following online classes based on their current health needs:

Giant is also offering free personalized online consultations with their team of registered and licensed dietitians for customers who have further questions about their health and wellness. Consultations are by appointment only.

To schedule a consultation, sign up for a class or participate in the weekday Nutrition at Noon series, go togiantfood.com/nutritionor emailnutrition@giantfood.com.

About Giant FoodGiant Food is headquartered inLandover, Md.and operates 163 supermarkets inVirginia,Maryland,Delaware, and theDistrict of Columbiawith approximately 20,000 associates. Included within the 163 stores are 154 full-service pharmacies, 81 full-service PNC Banks and 23 Starbucks locations. With flexible options and convenient solutions, Giant fits all the ways todays busy consumers want to shop whether in store, via Giant Pickup or home delivery from Giant Delivers which combined serves 157 store locations. For more information on Giant, visitwww.giantfood.com.

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Healthy living in a pandemic by Amelie Hogan, Nower Hill High – This is Local London

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The ongoing global pandemic and the countrys lockdown seems to be slowly eating away at the sanity of our population. During lockdown it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle both physically and mentally to boost chances of recovery and to make sure we dont return to the outside world as a pale, malnourished shell of our pre-lockdown selves.

In terms of being physically healthy, diet seems to be the biggest concern for health experts during the pandemic. Tim Lang, a professor at City University of London, has written a letter to Public Health Englands chief executive, citing evidence that a heathy diet could help fight off the virus. A specialist dietician called Nichola Ludlam-Rain has said that variety is key; as well as the basics we need Vitamin A (spinach, carrots and broccoli), Vitamin C (berries, tomatoes and peppers) and zinc (meats, shellfish, dairy and bread) to maintain a healthy diet. She says that freezing pot meals such as curry, pasta sauce, chilli and stew can also be a good way of making sure you are always eating healthy. It has also been recommended to have 8 glasses of liquid a day to maintain the balance of bodily fluids.

Although we are in lockdown, it is also important to exercise regularly too. The website of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has a whole page on how to stay active in quarantine and a list of home-based exercises to try. WHO recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity per week, or a combination of both. However, they do recommend that if you are going outside to walk, remain at least a meter away from others that are not a part of your household.

It is also important to remember that our mental health is as important as our physical health. Taking up new hobbies such as baking, art and learning new instruments can help to relive stress and be productive. The Mental Health Foundation also thinks it is important to maintain contact with others via technology, create a new daily routine that prioritises looking after yourself and to avoid speculation and rumours. Speculation and terrifying statistics might create anxiety in some so it is recommended that they are avoided; if you must have information, only use reputable sources. Mental Health UK has a helpline for anyone who needs emotional support.

Although work, school and daily life may seem difficult at the moment, it is important to remember that health is the most important. Stay safe!

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Anthony Galanda Highlights Living A Healthy Lifestyle and Achieving Success – Thrive Global

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Anthony Galandais a born and bred New Yorker, with work experience as diverse as the city itself! Raised in the borough of Queens, Anthony has a diverse professional background in the fields of hospitality, retail, and real estate. His decision to switch careers led him to enroll in LaGuardia Community College (CUNY) as a Communications/Public Relations Major.

Anthony excelled academically at LaGuardia. He continuously earned and maintained a spot on the Deans List with a 4.0 GPA. He was inaugurated intoboth Phi Theta Kappa () and the National Communication Associations Sigma Chi Eta Honor Society.Anthony availed himself of the many extracurricular activities offered at LaGuardia, serving as the Social Media Coordinator of the Health and Nutrition Club. He showcased his stellar communication skills during his persuasive speech about healthy living, placing second in LaGuardias Annual Public Speaking Contest. Upon graduation, he earned his Associate of Arts degree with High Honors. His academic efforts awarded him the CUNYPathways Monetary Scholarship to pursue his baccalaureate degree.

Anthony Galanda chose to continue his education at CCNY, The City College of NY. He enrolled as a Communications Major, with a specialization in Advertising and Public Relations. During his junior year, Anthony interned at VMLY&R Miami as a junior account executive and gained valuable insight in the world of advertising and client relations. During his senior year, Anthony was inducted into CCNYs Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society ()andthe National Society for Leadership and Success. Anthony was a finalist in the 2020 Zahn Innovation Centers Startup Competition. He pitched a prototype and marketing strategy for his hospitality app, StaffToGO.

Anthony consistently maintained Deans List throughout his academic journey at CCNY and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree with High Honors from CCNY. As a recent college grad, Anthony Galanda is excited to pursue a career in his field. With his previous experience in client relations and account management, he is ready to begin his future career in corporate communications and advertising!

What do you love most about the industry you are in?

What I love the most about the industry I am in is that it allows us to begin tailoring advertising campaigns to fit a clients needs and help them better reach a larger audience. Advertising helps bring a companys mission to life through both words and art. Working for companies I am already passionate about is a bonus and sparks my creative thought process.

What does a typical day consist of for you?

I would say that a typical day could consist of many things. I often enjoy playing tennis, living a healthy lifestyle, following stock trends, keeping up with the advertising/public relations industry, staying organized, riding my electric scooters, renting exotic cars, and trying new foods/restaurants.

What keeps you motivated?

I get motivated by traveling to places I have never been. The world has a lot to offer and I love exploring new places. Warm weather and sunshine keep me going and in the best mood possible. Also, improving as a tennis player and becoming the best I can be is the ultimate motivation.

How do you motivate others?

I encourage them to live in the present moment and not let their past define them. Life is short and I motivate others to live their best lives by maintaining a positive attitude.

Where do you get your inspiration from?

I draw inspiration from those who are handicapped in any capacity that continue to carry out their lives without their limitations stopping them. Many of us often forget how many blessings we have in our life, and it all starts with our mental/physical health.

Who has been a role model to you and why?

My grandmother has been a role model to me with her hard work ethic, financial intelligence, and her strength of raising four children and two grandchildren.

How do you maintain a solid work life balance?

Time management is key to maintaining a solid work life balance. Equally prioritizing important deadlines at work, rest and relaxation, and physical/mental health is everything.

What traits do you possess that makes a successful leader?

Im charismatic, hardworking and organized. I encourage public speaking and am not shy to voice my opinion. I enjoy helping others succeed and feel good about themselves.

What suggestions do you have for someone starting in your industry?

I highly suggest being well versed in all social media platforms. The advertising industry is shifting to digital; it is important to be technologically sound.

What has been the hardest obstacle youve overcome?

Enrolling back in college as an adult. Its not how you start, but how you finish and now I have my bachelors degree.

What is one piece of advice that you have never forgotten?

You need a little bit of insanity to do great things. This applies to real life situations where you must step outside of your comfort zone sometimes to get amazing things done.

What is your biggest accomplishment?

Maintaining straight As in college while working multiple jobs.

Whats one piece of advice you would give to others?

I would tell people if that they can dream it, you can do it. Dont let anyone who gave up on their dreams talk you out of yours.

Outside of work, what defines you as a person?

My positive attitude and drive to succeed. What also defines me is my ability of making people laugh and being a pleasure to be around.

What trends in your industry excite you?

I am excited by the shift to digital advertising (social media) as opposed to traditional advertising methods (billboards etc). There are so many different ways to reach an audience through the digital sector.

Explain the proudest day of your professional life.

My proudest moment was achieving my bachelors degree and creating/pitching a prototype of my hospitality app idea StaffToGO, in the 2020 Zahn Innovation Center Startup Competition.

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Eight healthy snack options to take to kids when visiting them – The Standard

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A good way to teach kids about healthy living is to feed them healthier foods (Shutterstock)

We all need to learn good dieting habits. One of the key secrets to long life, besides eliminating stress and keeping fit, is eating healthy.

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Healthy living should start at a young age. And one way to teach kids about it is to feed them healthier foods. They might fret at first because healthy foods dont always taste the best. In the long run, they will realize the importance of eating right once they reap all the benefits.

When youre visiting them, its definitely not a good idea to take candies or fatty foods all the time. Combine all the calories theyre getting from them and youll realize that its a staggering amount.

You have to get creative and choose healthier snacks and meals without compromising on sweetness. Here are a few examples

i.Dark chocolate treats

Dark chocolate and usual milk chocolate are different in so many ways. Dark chocolate is good for the heart, it has antioxidants and it has more minerals and vitamins.

Sure, it doesnt taste exactly the same as milk chocolates but its a much better option. Just make sure they dont eat the whole box at once.

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ii.Yoghurt smoothies

Yoghurt is one of the tastiest and healthiest treats I know. It replenishes the healthy bacteria in your body and its actually recommended by doctors.

Make it a bit more interesting by making a rainbow smoothie and add some berries in there.

The multicolored layers are achieved either by using drops of food color with each layer or by blending yoghurt with different fruits like blueberries to give it a pop of color.

iii.Diet cake

Making cake at home gives you control of the ingredients. It also gives you freedom to add your own creative twists to make it healthier than store bought cakes.

Reduce the amount of unhealthy ingredients like sugar or replace it with better alternatives.

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iv.Vegetable pizza

Kids arent usually so thrilled after they realize the pizza that was brought is a veggie pizza. You can change all that by tweaking one or two things.

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First, work on the presentation. Vegetable pizza often looks bland so you should use colorful ingredients to make it more eye catching. Then double up on the sauce. The strength of vegetable pizza lies in the sauces. These two adjustments will easily win them over.

v.Chicken salad

This is a good replacement for fast food chicken which barely has any nutritional value. The salad is healthy and chicken will make the meal more filling.

There are many ways you can tweak the salad so itll always be something new each time you visit them. Prepare tasty dressing to complete the meal.

vi.Veggie samosas with dip

Vegetable samosas are relatively easy to make. Pair that with a nice saucy or creamy dip for the perfect snack recipe.

vii.Sweet potato fries

Why not ditch the usual potato fries for a better option like sweet potato fries? Once they taste these, theyll literally wonder why theyve been eating potato fries all their lives.

Theyre a perfect mix of sweet and salty and theyre healthy. It doesnt get better than that.

viii.Tropical ice lollies

Theyll be so excited to taste these. You can make a combination of a creamy lolly with just two or three ingredients. Mix some fruit puree into a cup of yogurt then add a bit of cream.

Get some fresh juice of your choice ideally your own blend because its healthier than the manufactured juices. Get your Popsicle tray and pour in the yoghurt layer first then the juice layer.

Keep in the freezer for a few hours. Put them in a cooler so they dont melt before arriving.

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People seem to be spending more of their time trying to achieve life goals, such as starting a business or pursuing a competitive career. If they manage to fulfill these dreams, they move on and start planning for business expansion, career growth, and other ways where they can improve their life. This process seems to be the norm in the modern world.

Nowadays, people prefer to find ways to sustain their lifestyle and to look for solutions to ensure that they live a more comfortable life. As a result, everyone seems to be too immersed in their jobs. This can help improve your financial status and achieve self-growth. However, you should still prioritize your health over anything else.

The busier you become, the more you need to pay attention to your health. This includes your physical, mental, and emotional health. You have to find time to take care of yourself despite your busy schedule. Here are a few reasons why you need to start living a healthy lifestyle:

If you observe businesses, a lot of entrepreneurs are now investing in a fresh food franchise and other business ideas supporting the healthy living lifestyle. They are trying their best to encourage people to stay healthy and patronize natural products. You might want to start heeding their advocacy because it will change your life for the better. Here are a few other pointers to ensure that you stay strong and healthy:

Having a healthy lifestyle is probably one of the best investments you can give to yourself. If you are not healthy, your immune system will be compromised. As a result, your ability to perform your tasks will be significantly affected. Thus, you need to keep prioritizing your health, no matter how busy you become. Doing this will help you reach your maximum potential by not suffering from illnesses and other health issues. You can come up with a lot of excuses just to avoid making time for your health.

However, you need to keep in mind that for you to reach your goals, you need to maintain a healthy mind and body. If you have bigger dreams, you need to work harder to take care of yourself. Start fixing your schedule as soon as you can. Make sure to spend some time to be physically and mentally fit so that you can take on all the challenges you encounter in life.

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SEATTLE -- A lot of us are working from home and basically eliminating human interaction, which can bring on feelings of isolation, loneliness and depression. So how can make sure that we are prioritizing our health during this time, while staying connected?

Dr. Oliveira is the senior medial director at Regence BlueShield, and he says it is so important to stay social in a social distancing world.

Use the technology that you have available to you. Many of us have the ability to do video chatting with a friend, a family member, such as I did with my son today. Chat, text, send messages, even do a neighborhood email chains if you can. Worst case scenario, just pick up the phone and call someone," he said.

Dr. Oliveira says if you start to feel depressed or sick, there are resources available.

Telemedicine is a great solution for you, not only for primary care services. If youre worried about that you may have the flu or COVID-19, but also if you need behavioral health services as well," he said.

Myths about coronavirus are spreading like wildfire across the internet. Dr. Oliveira says don't buy into those rumors. It is best to just go straight to the source.

Read reliable resources, your health department, the CDC, those are places to get information on COVID-19, not necessarily your favorite ad coming through Facebook or other social media sites," he said.

As always, there are the tried and true methods to health and wellness, even if it looks a little different this day and age.

Get enough sleep, eat well and exercise! And exercise may have to take different paths given where you are in your social distancing standpoint, working out at home or taking a hike, all are important things.

Dr. Oliveira says because a lot of us don't have to commute right now, it offers up some extra time to pick up an old hobby. Maybe it is painting, playing the piano or just hunkering down with a good book. All of these things can help you stay connected while staying healthy!

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As part of the schools efforts to encourage healthy living amongst staff and pupils, Kings Hall School has installed a gym in its sports hall.

The independent school in Taunton has expanded from a single exercise bike (donated by a parent) to a working fully-facility, complete with cross trainers, weights and a section for floor work. The school said it will continue to add new equipment to the facility.

As well as helping pupils to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the gym is designed to aid recovery and provide strength and conditioning. It is is also open to staff who want to stay fit and healthy during the work day.

The Kings Hall gym is currently used by year six, seven and eight pupils as part of their weekly PE lessons. The school said it wishes to teach children how to use the equipment safely and sensibly, whilst igniting a love of physical fitness and healthy living.

The gym has made a huge difference to the school community; not only in the way pupils approach their sports, but in all aspects of their education

The facility also forms part of the schools co-curricular offering, with a specialist gym club running four times per week.

Director of sport Ali Halls said: The gym has made a huge difference to the school community; not only in the way pupils approach their sports, but in all aspects of their education.

Starting a new fitness journey can be hard, but we believe that with time and dedication our pupils can feel comfortable in a gym surrounding. This is particularly important, especially for those children passionate about sport and/or interested in a sporting career.

Headmaster Justin Chippendale added: With our own version of the Park Run, the Kings Loop and the recent addition of this excellent equipment, I love the fact that increasingly our children talk about healthy lifestyle and regular exercise as if it were just an assumed part of their routine.

The uplift from a strong base in enthusiasm and the benefits it brings have created a halo effect in many other areas, too.

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Griffin Hospital is offering its 12-week lifestyle change program Wellness for Life starting March 24.

Griffin Hospital is offering its 12-week lifestyle change program Wellness for Life starting March 24.

Griffin Hospital is offering its 12-week lifestyle change program Wellness for Life starting March 24.

Griffin Hospital is offering its 12-week lifestyle change program Wellness for Life starting March 24.

Start a new, healthier lifestyle this spring with Griffins Wellness for Life

Spring is right around the corner and Griffin Health is helping individuals get a fresh perspective on well-being with its Wellness for Life program.

Wellness for Life is a 12-week, evidence-based lifestyle change program that helps prevent and treat many chronic diseases. According to a report by the US Department of Health and Human Services, 80 percent of chronic diseases, like obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, can be prevented with better lifestyle choices in nutrition, activity and emotional health.

Held at Griffins Center for Healthy Living at Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Rd., Oxford, Wellness for Life will meet every Tuesday, from 6-8:30 p.m. from March 24 to June 9.

The program offers a custom fitness evaluation, individual nutritional guidance, one-on-one coaching, and small, interactive health seminars so participants can make a commitment to a healthier life. Each participant also receives a Fitbit, which helps track participants activity, sleep patterns and food intake.

Making changes for a healthy lifestyle isnt easy it requires one-on-one guidance and on-going support, said Wellness for Life Program Director Eunice Lisk. This program helps people assess their lifestyle, provides them with a personalized plan to increase vitality and gives one-on-one and group support every step of the way to better health.

Wellness for Life focuses on hands-on learning, featuring an activity monitor, health coaching, and weekly group sessions to establish healthy weight control, lowered cholesterol and blood pressure, better sleep and energy, and increased personal strength and resilience.

Since its start in 2012, Wellness for Life participants have seen significant weight loss and reductions in blood pressure, and the program has received high satisfaction scores from participants in meeting expectations and for presentations by the expert speakers.

For more information about Wellness for Life, visit griffinhealth.org or call Amanda Fowler at 203-732-1369 to register.

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Eight ladies in their cheongsams.

WITH the oldest lady member Chung Ah Nee seated and younger Grace Tiong and the other ladies at the door to greet guests, more and more senior citizens filed into the well-decorated room with neatly arranged seats.

Although a few exciting performances were in store, there was no stage as the Senior Citizens Activity Centre, Miri, was a former government office.

But the hundreds of colourful balloons, strung from wall to wall, made it look as though magic was about to happen as the centre buzzed with excitement.

This was a room full of greying women and men, some using walking sticks with one being a wheelchair-user. There were more women than men.

Ladies were coming out of the restroom after adjusting their tights, shoes, hairpins, and costumes.

The welcoming committee assured we were in for a feast visual and culinary.

Organising chair Teresa Ling presents a fruit basket to Lee.

Centre of attraction

Born in 1925, Chung Ah Nee was the centre of attraction. She has been a member of the activity centre for a long time, but in the last few years, could only come for the Chinese New Year celebration.

Her daughter, who joins the afternoon karaoke singing, keeps her informed. And this year, without fail, she brought her for the CNY function.

Chung is still very alert.

According to her family, she can still help in her grandsons coffee shop at Boulevard Commercial Centre.

She is well-loved at the activity centre. When she went up to receive her angpow from Transport Minister Datuk Lee Kim Shin, he was impressed by how straight the affable nonagenarian walked and he spoke warmly to her.

She received the special red packet as the centres oldest member. She walked gracefully in the queue without any help.

The celebration was held to pay tribute to senior citizens aged 80 and above who are members of the centre.

Tai chi practice at the activity centre.

Most active member

According to Ling Ai Uong, from Monday to Friday (8am to 11am) senior ladies will come for tai chi, aerobics, line dancing, and karaoke.

There is also an afternoon session for those who cannot come in the morning.

Ling, a Heng Hua septuagenarian from Sibu, is married to a man from Miri and has been living in the resort city for more than 40 years.

She plays ping pong and practises tai chi to keep fit. She was voted the Most Active Lady member of 2019 and presented with a special angpow.

Asked about her fitness regime, she said she had always worked hard and since joining the centre, had been enjoying its activities.

My children also encourage me to take part in the activities and make friends. I do gardening around the centre and love to plant flowers.

Ling does not look like she is in her mid-70s more like in her late 40s.

She has been working as a housekeeping staff member in clinics and hospitals since young. Still energetic and strong, she plants and tends to flowers, papaya, and tapioca in the backyard of the centre.

Every morning, she reports at 7am, plays ping pong, practises tai chi, and joins in the aerobics.

But on Wednesdays and Fridays, after aerobics, she goes off at 9.30am to do part-time cleaning. She has been doing this since her retirement at 70.

Chung Ah Nee, born in 1925, is the oldest member ofthe Activity Centre.

Special Cheongsam tribute

Looking exquisite in her cheongsam and ready for the Elegant Ladies Cheongsam Parade was Anna Chen, in her late 70s.

Her agility and physical fitness certainly did not hint that she would be parading in the grandmothers category.

The young granny stays with her grandchildren in Miri and leads an active life. Once in a while, she will go back to her hometown in Limbang.

Her hobbies are singing, dancing, and travelling. She also loves planting flowers.

In the special New Year cheongsam parade, all the ladies wore flowers in their hair. Chen also wore beautiful hairpieces for the special item A Tribute to Cheongsams.

Whenever the senior ladies are staging dance performances in public, Chen will help to buy costume accessories for her friends. Shes very good at selecting other accessories such as wristbands.

She told thesundaypost, I keep fit by doing tai chi and aerobics from Monday to Friday with my friends at the centre. This gives me the confidence to perform on stage. Being fit, one can walk elegantly, especially when wearing the tightfitting cheongsam.

Staying fit

The elegant parade with musical accompaniment, featuring eight ladies all over the age of 60, was not only to highlight the beauty and elegance of the cheongsam, the traditional costume of Chinese women, but also how well the senior citizens have been keeping fit in the past 15 years or so.

The figure-hugging pencil-cut shape with side slits was amplified by the ladies very feminine and graceful.

When the ladies took their final bow, the audience gave them resounding applause.

Its not often one gets to see such a parade of ladies who are more than 60 years old.

Grace Tiong, one of the participants, commented, It isnt every day that we wear cheongsam as it is tightfitting. For those of us in the parade, we had to practise our walk quite a few times. Our leader trained us but we had to practise at home, wearing high heels whichh were actually not too high but enough to bring out a graceful walk.

Organising chairperson Teresa Ling, who also took part in the parade told thesundaypost there were activities at the centre for senior citizens who wanted to be members.

All are welcome. Weve activities on weekdays except for public holidays, from 7.30 in the morning until noon.

For many years now, we never stop our activities. Were getting more members every month. I believe by staying active, we can be healthy, she said.

Voon, wife of the former chairman, also wore an elegant cheongsam.

She loves being a regular at the centres karaoke and dance sessions. She also likes to travel.

She joined the centre many years ago and she enjoys performing dances with her friends in public.

The Senior Citizen Centre is often invited by associations to contribute items on various occasions.

Music and songs

A senior citizen said they could come to the centre every day for karaoke, adding, People should join us. Today, our cheongsam ladies are parading to the tune of Ye Lai Xiang or Night Jasmine, originally sung by Zao Xuan. As we learn our songs, we also learn a lot about the history of Chinese modern music and songs.

Lovely songs filled the room as the elegant cheongsam ladies took to the floor.

Chinese violet

Ye Lai Xiang is Telosma cordata, or Tonkin Jasmine, or Chinese Violet. Its Chinese name means fragrance comes at night, as the beautiful little yellow flowers exude their best scent at night.

The song was made popular by Li Xiang Lang before the Japanese war. Four decades later, the late Teresa Teng recorded her version and made it even more popular.

Cheongsam

The eight cheongsams, worn by the senior ladies, were all different in styles and fabrics and did not represent any particular era. But each was elegant, beautiful and remarkable.

The origin of the cheongsam (or qipao in Mandarin) is usually attributed to the Qing Dynasty, a Manchu dynasty, and the last imperial dynasty of China which ruled from the 17th century till 1910.

Qipao is from Qi, meaning the Manchurian people (Qi people) and pao means robe.

In the beginning, this conservative costume was an A-shaped robe that reached the floor with bell sleeves and a Mandarin collar.

It was usually made of the finest silk and worn by women of high standing or nobles.

At the end of the Qing Dynasty, the qipao evolved with the times. The slits went up the knees and it got more and more form-fitting with shorter sleeves (some have no sleeves at all).

It became the common dress of the ordinary woman by the mid-1930s.

During the decadent period of Shanghai, dance hostesses wore some of the most beautiful long qipao to dance on the floors of the most famous or infamous clubs.

Resounding success

The Chinese New Year programmes at the centre were a great success. The guest of honour, Lee said the senior ladies who wore the cheongsams reflected their great interest in health and Chinese cultural heritage.

He encouraged more seniors to join the activity centre.

While the activities showcased Chinese-style food and cultural performances, the cheongsam parade and the accompanying Chinese songs will remain in the hearts of the audience for a long time.

The senior ladies of Miri have done it again!

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By Diana Lamb

Good nutrition is not only about avoiding disease later, but about thriving now. Mark Hyman

Several years ago, Dan Buettner introduced us to the five regions in the world where people lived very long healthy lives in his book, The Blue Zones. These regions are Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica and Loma Linda, California. Buettners latest book, The Blue Zones Kitchen, takes us on a culinary journey into the lives and kitchens of seniors who share their wisdom and traditional recipes that have contributed to their longevity. A sampling of these 100 dishes to try are Okinawan Glazed Greens, Tender Bean, Potato and Onion Stew, Longevity Smoothie Bowl, Black-Eyed Pea Salad with Mint and Onions, One-Pot Lasagna Soup and Chinese Five-Spice Banana Ice Cream with Roasted Pineapple.

In his previous book, Food: What the Heck Should I Eat? Mark Hyman outlined what he believes are the foundations of a healthy diet. He advocates for a plan rich in plant foods, limited grains and dairy, free of refined sugars, fruit in moderation, clean sources of protein and healthy fats. Now, his follow-up book, Food: What the Heck Should I Cook? helps us put this diet into practice with 100 nutrient-rich, whole-food recipes. Here is a sampling of whats in store: Golden Cauliflower Caesar Salad, Seared Scallops with Avocado-Yuzu Sauce, Poached-Egg Power Bowl, Peppered Steaks with Roasted Oyster Mushrooms and Orange-Blackberry Almond Scones. Nutritional Analysis information for each recipe is located toward the back of the book.

Parties and celebrations are some of the sweet joys in life. Laughter, fun, happy conversation and food all contribute to a memorable occasion. However, sometimes party fare can present dietary challenges to both guests and hosts. Author and co-creator of the Whole30, Melissa Hartwig Urban understands this and shares 150 party-worthy recipes in her latest book, The Whole30 Friends and Family. These dishes are free of added sugars, alcohol, grains, legumes and dairy. So whats left? To start, try some Bacon-Wrapped Turkey Jalapeo Poppers, Warm Spiced Olives, BLT Potato Skins and Smoky Roasted Cauliflower-Garlic Dip. Also, Grilled Steak and Peach Salad, Sonoma Chicken Salad, Pork Chili Verde, and Pia Colada Coleslaw. Desserts are fruit-based like Berry-Coconut Cream Shots and Citrusy Watermelon Strawberry Shortcakes. No matter if you are hosting a backyard barbecue, a family brunch or bringing a dish to a baby shower or office potluck, you can relax because these recipes are both healthy and tasty.

If the above books have whetted your appetite for healthy living, you may also want to check out these new titles, too. Fix It with Food by Michael Symon, Ketofast by Joseph Mercola, Michael Gregors How Not to Diet and The Collagen Diet by Josh Axe. Heres to your health!

Diana Lamb is a library specialist at A.K. Smiley Public Library. The library is at 125 W. Vine St., Redlands. Hours vary. Information:akspl.org.

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On a Mission to Promote Healthy Living Lauren Shares Her Story – Magazine of Santa Clarita

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I opened Your CBD Store in Thousand Oaks September 2018. My mission was to create a safe place, raise awareness of mental health and offer a quality product with personalized experience.You see, as a survivor of a mass shooting (Las Vegas 2017) I found myself filled with anxiety, depression and PTSD. Pharmaceuticals gave me side effects and as a mom of three, I didnt like the cloudiness that came with it as well. After I discovered the benefits of what CBD did for me, I felt that it was now my purpose to spread the word with others going through similar emotions.October 2018 was extremely hard, and it marked the one-year anniversary for us. But it wasnt until November that having a store in the community really hit home. I grew up here in SoCal. I went to school in Simi Valley, played travel softball all throughout Santa Clarita and spent many weeknights in Thousand Oaks listening to country music. Our store is located right up the street from Borderline. I grew up attending Borderline very frequently. When tragedy struck our little town it felt very personal. Shortly after this tragic event, we had people from the shooting start trickling into our store to either find relief or find comfort and we were there. We were there to cry with them, hug them, talk with them all while offering a safe place and quality product. And with the devastation from the Woolsey fire to top it off, our community couldnt seem to catch their breath. I remember a customer calling to purchase a product that she had bought a few days prior and lost it because her home burned down. We mailed her a new one, no charge. We donated many bottles of Pet CBD products because even they were going through panic. And once again, tragedy has struck our community. This time, in Saugus.As one of our employees is a parent of a Saugus student, we are especially effected by this as well. Having this as her community we grieve with everyone and our hearts are broken for the loss these other parents have hadloss of their trust that their children are safe at school, and loss of an innocence of their children that witnessed such a horrific event, and the ultimate horror of the loss of a child. Our doors are open and our arms are open to embrace and support our community as best we can.We are not just Your CBD Store, we are here for our community. To bring light in the darkness and hope during despair. Weve been there, and we understand. We are community strong and are so humbled, thankful and blessed to be serving Santa Clarita, Thousand Oaks and Ventura as your trusted CBD store.

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Social determinants of health have great influence on our well-being – Kingsport Times News

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To understand why its not an equal playing field when it comes to health, we need to look at the bigger picture at the circumstances in which we are born, grow, live, work and age, at factors often outside of our control.

These are the social determinants of health, and they have the most substantial influence on our health and well-being. Theyre our surroundings, and how we travel through them, the food we eat, and the money we have, the quality of our education, and our work. The homes we live in and the family, friends, and communities we have around us.

What are the social determinants of health?

A wide range of factors influences your health. The body you were born with is only one of them. The conditions in which you grew up, learn work, and live also have substantial impacts on your health.

Questions to ask yourself

Is it safe to walk in your neighborhood?

Do you have access to nutritious food?

Is the water you drink safe? Yes, as a matter of fact, Kingsport takes its water very seriously. According to the latest water quality report released by the city of Kingsport, water in the Model City is not only clean and safe to drink, but well below the threshold for harmful contaminants.

Do you have access to affordable, quality health care?

Can you receive a quality education?

These and other factors are called the social determinants of health.

Employment and working conditions.

Childhood experiences.

Education and literacy.

Physical environments.

Social supports and coping skills.

Healthy behaviors.

Access to health services.

They are influenced by the distribution of power, wealth, and other resources across society. They are at the core of health inequity for people of different social, economic classes, genders, and ethnicities. By uncovering social determinants of health and establishing interventions and programs to address them, Healthy Kingsport strives to advance health equity and improve health in the Greater Kingsport area.

To help everyone have the best opportunities for good health, we need to think differently about what makes us healthy, and we need to work across society to take action on the social determinants of health.

Once again, we know this will not be easy. Significant accomplishments never are easy. With hard work and innovation, we will succeed in our hope to transform communities one household at a time.

Healthy Kingsports mission is to create a sustainable community culture of healthy living by promoting awareness, influencing policy, and enhancing infrastructure. The organizations vision is a community where healthy living is the norm.

For more information about Healthy Kingsport, visit http://www.healthykingsport.org

Aiesha Banks is the executive director of Healthy Kingsport. She can be reached at [emailprotected]

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A grant has been awarded towards a service providing healthcare support for homeless people in Redbridge.

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Healthy Living, Healthy Lives, which runs the service from The Welcome Centre in Ilford, secured more than 275,000 funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.

Among the support provided for homeless people includes help in registering with a GP and with managing long term conditions such as diabetes, as well as treatment for minor illnesses.

Stephanie O'Leary, chief executive and homeless health service manager for Healthy Living, Healthy Lives, a community interest company (CIC), said the lottery funding will support the service for three years.

"There are many reasons for homelessness and in order to help people move forward in life, they need support to address the issues which cause or affect their situation," she said.

"This holistic approach supports our clients and deals with the individuals' needs, starting with a comprehensive health check at registration.

"Over the last five years, the National Lottery Community Fund's financial support has meant that we have been able to employ general and mental health nurses, a counsellor, a massage therapist, a chiropodist and two sports coaches."

Healthy Living, Healthy Lives has been working since 2006 with The Welcome Project in Ilford and organisations including NHS Redbridge Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) in its bid to improve health outcomes among homeless people.

The CCG's chairman Dr Anil Mehta added: "We're delighted that Healthy Living, Healthy Lives CIC, one of our strategic partners in tackling the health issues of the homeless, has been successful in securing further lottery funding which allows its excellent service to continue.

"Along with a number of local doctors and other healthcare staff, the CCG has recently started a homeless and rough sleeper outreach service, working in conjunction with Stephanie and her nurse colleagues at the Welcome Centre in Ilford.

"We would like to congratulate Stephanie and her team on their success so far and look forward to continuing our joint work improving the health of homeless people in Redbridge."

To donate to Healthy Living, Healthy Lives, contact stephanie@healthylivinghealthylives.com.

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Healthy Living: November 19, 2019 – WABI

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BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Fall and Winter are typically the worst times for "cold and flu" season, when lots of respiratory illness circulates among the population. Most of these illnesses are mild and have similar symptoms that may including congestion, sore throat, cough, and fever.

Viral Croup is one such illness in small children that starts like any other "cold" with congestion, but the symptoms quickly become quite specific. Croup mostly affects children less than 5 years old and tends to occur mostly in the Fall. In croup, the windpipe/trachea and voice box /vocal cords become swollen and this causes its distinctive symptoms. The cough from croup is classically described as "barking" or "seal-like". The voice becomes raspy and there can be a high-pitched squeaking sound when breathing IN; this is known as stridor. All these symptoms become worse with agitation or crying.

The reason these noises are so specific is that air is harder to pull into the lungs because the swelling makes the size of the windpipe smaller. Its much harder to breath through a drinking straw, than say, a snorkel. Croup targets young children because their breathing tubes are small to begin with because they are small people. A little bit of swelling makes a much bigger difference to them than older children or adults who have the same amount of swelling but are starting with much larger breathing tubes.

Happily, most cases of croup are mild and don't need any special treatment. Keeping your child calm and comfortable while encouraging fluids and rest as you normally would with any minor illness is often all that is required. Tylenol and ibuprofen can be used for any fever or other pain. A cool mist humidifier or steam filled bathroom may improve the barking cough, sometimes dramatically. If its cool and moist outside, taking the child outside may provide some relief.If a child with croup is still eating, drinking and sleeping well they should be fine to stay home. The illness usually runs it course in a week or less. Sometimes, however, it needs more medical attention. If the stridor is worsening quickly, or breathing becoming fast and labored, seek care right away. With more serious croup you can see the notch at the base of the neck suck in during each breath and maybe the chest as well. If your child has trouble talking, swallowing or is drooling a lot you should go to an emergency room right away. Same thing if they become lethargic and listless or very anxious appearing.

There is a type of nebulizer (racemic epinephrine) that can be given that will temporarily help relieve the airway swelling of croup. When this is required, steroids are also typically given for a more lasting effect. Often only one dose of steroids is required. A small number of patients will need admission to the hospital for repeat doses of nebulizers and steroids and very rarely may even require the help of a respirator until the airway inflammation improves.

It has been an active Fall for croup in our region so if your small child starts barking like a seal, don't panic! Be ready to handle it at home as described above and prepared to seek medical attention on the off chance it gets worse.

References: 1. http://www.mayoclinic.org./diseases-conditions/croup 2.https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/croup3.www.healthychildren.org/croup

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Prevent holiday weight gain with healthy living tips from UAB – Alabama NewsCenter

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The holiday season is a time with family, friends and fun, but it is also a time filled with lots of food and sweets.

Exercise and dieting can be hard to maintain during this time of year; but Payton Joyner, assistant director of Fitness and Well-being, and Katie Ellison, M.S., from the University of Alabama at Birminghams FitWell team with University Recreation, have some tips to help you stay healthy this holiday season.

Exercise

Finding the time to exercise can be tricky during this time of year especially if you are traveling. If you are away from home and do not have access to your local gym, Joyner suggests finding ways to get outside.

If you are out of town, search for local hiking trails or parks with access to fitness equipment; it can be a great way to get some exercise while also sightseeing, Joyner said. If youre around children, offer to take them to the park, and work on your push-ups and pull-ups on the playground.

Spending time outside could also help reduce some of the stress that can come with the holidays, even if you are just relaxing. A recent UAB study suggests that spending 20 minutes in an urban park makes people happier regardless of whether they are engaged in exercise during the visit.

If weather is preventing you from enjoying the outdoors, Joyner suggests turning to the internet to find workouts.

You can find a large variety of free flexibility, yoga and meditation videos online. Or, if that is not really your style of workout, hit up a circuit-style, bodyweight workout that focuses on higher reps and shorter breaks to keep your heart rate up, Joyner said.

Joyner suggests an eight-step workout to help you stay active if you are stuck indoors:

Complete as many repetitions of each exercise as you can within 20 to 30 seconds, Joyner said. Take 20 to 60 seconds to rest between exercises, or you can immediately move into the next exercise to make things harder. Complete this circuit two to fivetimes.

Joyner recommends including a warm-up of your choice to get your body ready before you begin and a cool-down to help your body ease back to resting.

Healthy eating

The holidays are filled with lots of treats, and for some it can be an overwhelming task to stay on a diet. Ellison has some suggestions to help you prepare for the holiday food.

Another way to be mindful during holiday meals is to substitute regular recipe ingredients and make dishes more nutritious. To do this, Ellison recommends:

The holidays are a time to spend with family and friends, and with a few smart choices you can enjoy all of the traditions and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

This story originally appeared on the University of Alabama at Birminghams UAB News website.

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