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—Kim Runge, RN
Weekly Health Message – GO NUTS!
Go NUTS! Crunchy nuts are petite powerhouses of taste and nutrition. They’re portable and delicious. Nuts have protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Healthier choices are: Almonds Hazelnuts Peanuts Pecans Pistachios Walnuts American Heart Association...
Weekly Health Message – Fall Prevention Awareness Week
Even the smallest of falls can cause the biggest of the injuries. Let us prevent them all and spread the word on FALL PREVENTION AWARENESS WEEK (Sept 20-24) Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’...
Weekly Health Message – Managing Your Stress
Feeling stressed out? If you find yourself unable to function at the level you used to or at the level you wish to, stress may be interfering with your life. Check out these stress-busting strategies, which will provide you with a sense of control over your life...
Weekly Health Message – Let’s take care of ourselves.
When I look back on the summer of 2021, I will, of course, remember our continued fight against the pandemic and the remote working environment. I will certainly remember my struggle with voicing the feelings that isolation and separation from family, friends and...
Weekly Health Message – How Much Sugar Is Too Much?
The American Heart Association recommends limiting intake of added sugar to 6 teaspoons (25 grams or 100 calories) for women and 9 teaspoons for men (36 grams or 150 calories) per day. Most Americans consume nearly 20 spoons of added sugars each day. That is more...
Weekly Health Message – The Foods We Choose Will Make a Difference
While no foods or dietary supplements can prevent or cure COVID-19 infections, healthy diets are important for supporting the immune system. Good nutrition can also reduce the likelihood of developing other health problems, including obesity, heart disease, and...
Weekly Health Message – New Study About Physical Activity
It’s a well-known fact that daily physical activity is a cornerstone for health. Check out this new study about exercise, and it’s benefits against COVID-19. https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2021/04/07/bjsports-2021-104080 It was shown that incorporating 2.5 hours...
Weekly Health Message – “Look Great, Feel Great!”
In the past few months, we all have not been as active as we should be. Many of us might have gained a few pounds. But we must remember that “IT’S OK”. We have been living in unusual circumstances for the past year, and we shouldn’t be harsh on ourselves. You should...
Exercise Your Brain
Knowledge is the one of the best exercises for your brain. Health experts advise that thinking about activity is the first step to a healthier you. Having a plan for being active gets you closer to living each day to the fullest. Do you know why health experts advise...
Introducing the “Healthy Living Program”
St. Timothy Lutheran Church knows the importance of a Christ-centered life focusing on body, mind and spiritual health. A recent survey completed by the congregation focused on resources to achieve these goals. In accordance with working to achieve physical health,...
What you need to know about Shingles and how to protect yourself and others!
Did you know that if you have had chickenpox you can still get Shingles? Do you know the signs and symptoms of Shingles? Did you know you can protect yourself and others from getting Shingles? Shingles is a virus and anyone who’s had chickenpox or received the...
Informative Interview about COVID-19
There are still many unanswered questions about the COVID-19 pandemic. Will adults who were vaccinated need a booster? What are the recommendations about vaccinating adolescents ages 12-18 years old? When will elementary age children be vaccinated? Will elementary age...
Fit 4 Life
Coming in the fall we will be restarting our weekly exercise class with Dina Kartsonas OT from Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers. Throughout this past year, besides the exercise videos and resources on our website 'In The...
COVID Guidelines: Where are we now?
As we continue our daily journey through the pandemic, it is refreshing to note the positive changes occurring. Our life activities are improving. The ability to be vaccinated continues to improve. We are able to gather with family, friends and in fellowship with...
Gathering Safely After Receiving the Covid Vaccination
More people are receiving the Covid-19 vaccination. The questions we ask are...Who can we gather with? How do we gather safely? When will we be able to change our current behavior? What does this mean for those not vaccinated? As the Center for Disease Control studies...
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