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We strive to get out accurate and reliable information for our community members. Here we include fun posts with tips and tricks to live a healthier lifestyle and updates on our programs and classes. Also, please scroll below to see what programs we are offering.
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New Year, Fresh Start!

12/30/2020

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1. Exercise 10 minutes a day, 7 days a week. Try to be as physically active as you can. Find exercises or a class you enjoy, making physical activity a daily habit. Increase time you exercise as you feel comfortable to work up to 150 minutes a week.
2. Explore new volunteer opportunities. Some volunteer opportunities can be done from the comfort of your home. Contact local organizations to see if they need help making phone calls, which can be done from home. If you volunteer outside your home take precautions to wear a mask, gloves, and ask the organization what safety measures they are taking to ensure your safety.
3. Make a phone call once a week to check in on a friend or neighbor. Try calling and checking in with a friend or neighbor on a weekly basis to see how they are doing and possibly brighten their day with your thoughtfulness.
4. Spend more time with grandkids, even if it is by virtual means. Try to get creative about visits with grandchildren, especially if you are not able to visit face-to-face. Plan a FaceTime, Zoom, or phone call with grandchildren.
5. Revisit an old pastime. Do you find that you have more free time on your hands? Take up an activity or hobby you once found enjoyable: knitting, quilting, crocheting, fishing, painting, woodworking, making homemade cards or other crafts or stamp collecting to name a few.
6. Make healthier food decisions. Try some new recipes that keep your health conditions in mind and incorporate more fruits and vegetables. Healthy food choices take time, make small changes over time.
7. Keep the brain active. Challenge your mind by doing a crossword puzzle, word search, Sudoku puzzle or other brain teaser daily to promote brain function.
8.Make your overall health a priority. Scheduling annual doctor visits or check-ups are important. If it is challenging to make a face-to-face visit, ask if the doctor can do a telehealth visit covered by your insurance. The advice and tips from your doctor help keep you healthy all year long.
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While the past year has presented many challenges physically, mentally, and emotionally, let's remember to stay as positive as we can to make this year the best one yet!
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Written by: Jessica Shupp Enes
Source: 
https://www.sunriseseniorliving.com/blog/december-2016/8-new-years-resolutions-for-seniors.aspx​ 

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My Plate Holiday Makeover

12/23/2020

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While the holidays may look differently this year it is still important to keep in mind the healthier options we can make during this holiday season. Whether you are cooking for one or a small group of people ChooseMyPlate.gov has come up with some helpful reminders from beverages to the main course. 

Tweak the sweets: Fruits make delicious desserts.
Bake Healthier: Use recipes with pureed fruits instead of butter or oil.
Brighten your meal: Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables.
Swap the grains: Choose whole wheat flour instead of white flour.
Cheers to good health: Drink water to manage calories.
Spice it up: Use spices and herbs instead of sugar and salt.
Skim the fat: Try skim evaporated milk instead of heavy cream.
Go easy on the gravy: A little bit of gravy goes a long way.
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As MyPlate MyWins reminds us, "The holidays are often filled with time-honored traditions that include some of our favorite meals and foods. As you celebrate, think of little changes you can make to create healthier meals and active days."


Written By: Jessica Shupp Enes
Image and Information: https://www.choosemyplate.gov/infographic-myplate-holiday-makeover
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Mindful Eating

11/4/2020

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Kaiser Permanente reminds us of the importance of mindful eating in their "What Does Healthy Eating Mean to You?" article. Many of us find ourselves rushing through life at times, whether we are meeting a friend or family member, are involved with a volunteer group or club, or keeping ourselves busy around the home. When you make meals for yourself and/or others do you rush through the meal without fully enjoying it? Do you take the time to truly appreciate the food and those who prepared it? Keep these helpful tips in mind to help you be more mindful of your eating habits and make healthy choices for your diet:
  • Before eating, ask yourself if you are actually hungry.
  • If you're bored, sad or stressed do you find yourself turning to food? Try another activity like going for a walk, reading a book, or calling a friend.
  • Ask you eat, take small bites to savor the flavors and aromas. Be grateful for the nutrients and energy the food brings you.
  • Listen to your body while eating and stop when you are satisfied.

Written by Jessica Shupp Enes, B.A.
For more healthy living tips visit kp.org/healthyweight or contact your local Kaiser Permanente Health Education Center.
Image from the 
https://blog.cdphp.com/healthy-living/4-simple-mindful-eating-tips/
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Let's Get Cooking!

10/27/2020

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Making healthy choices for our meals can make a huge difference in our lives as we age. Healthy eating can strengthen our immune system, improve how we feel, and help us manage our overall well-being. When we practice a healthy lifestyle we obtain nutrients our body needs, maintain healthy weight, reduce the risk of chronic diseases (high blood pressure, diabetes, hypertension and heart disease), and boosts energy levels. 

Healthy Aging Association is now offering Nutrition Workshops from the Food Smarts program. These classes meet once a week for 5 weeks on Zoom and discuss various nutrition topics, strategies for healthy eating and recipes to try at home. These classes not only broaden our own personal thinking about nutrition, but they allow participants to discuss topics amongst each other and take part in fun activities and demonstrations.

To join in the classes Healthy Aging Association is offering you can call our office at (209)525-4670 or email us at healthy.aging2000@gmail.com to register today!

Written By: Jessica Shupp Enes
Source: https://www.choosemyplate.gov/browse-by-audience/view-all-audiences/adults/older-adults
https://eatfresh.org/
https://www.leahspantry.org/what-we-offer/cultivate-nourished-communities/food-smarts-curriculum/

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Healthy Eating for Life!

5/11/2020

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As we age, having good nutrition plays a vital role in our overall well-being. Making sure we are getting the vitamins and nutrients our bodies need helps to give us the energy we need to go about our normal day, build up our immune system to fight infection and other diseases, and have strong skin and bones, to name a few benefits. There may be challenges we face to be able to eat healthy and get the nutritious food our bodies need. 

The National Institute on Aging advises us, "Different foods in each food group have different nutrients. Picking an assortment within every food group throughout the week will help you get many nutrients. For example, choose seafood instead of meat twice a week. The variety of foods will make your meals more interesting, too." EatFresh.org remind us of the importance of making sure our plate is colorful with a variety of fruits and vegetables, this is also a great resource to find new recipes to try!


EatFresh.org has come up with a Mini Course to "boost your nutrition, cooking and healthy living knowledge". Take this fun course to learn more ways you can eat healthy, save money, and cook easy, tasty meals. 


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Written by Jessica Shupp-Enes, Fitness Program Coordinator
Source:https://eatfresh.org/eatfreshorg-mini-course
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/vitamins-and-minerals
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Snack Time Made Easy

4/9/2020

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If you are a snack-er, being home at this time may come with its own added challenges to limit the amount of snacks you have in a day. MyPlate MyWins has come up with some simple steps to "Hack Your Snacks" while remaining healthy and keep you moving toward your nutrition goals. 
  • Build your own snacks such as trail mix to allow you to customize your snack to your liking.
  • Pre-portion snacks in baggies to save time and avoid overeating.
  • Combine food groups for a snack - yogurt with fruit or apples with peanut butter.
  • Keep your snacks colorful by trying raw vegetables with dip to take in more vitamins.

Another helpful resource for making your own snacks or trying new recipes can be by visiting eatfresh.org for snack recipes like smoothies, dips, wraps, trail mix, and more!

Written by Jessica Shupp-Enes, Fitness Program Coordinator
Resources: 
https://www.choosemyplate.gov/myplate-mywins-tips-hacking-your-snacks-0
https://eatfresh.org/recipe/filter-meal-type/snacks-7
Image: https://foreignpolicyi.org/the-best-healthy-snacks/
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Heart Health This Valentine's Day

2/14/2019

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Think About Your Heart Health This Valentine's Day

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​For the whole month of February, American Heart Month is celebrated to bring awareness to heart disease and ways to prevent heart disease at any age. The American Heart Association encourages everyone to have a healthy diet and adequate physical activity no matter your age. By choosing a healthy eating plan and being physically active you can decrease your risk of heart disease and stroke, according to the American Heart Association. 

During the month of February it is also important to talk with loved ones about the warning signs of heart attack and stroke. The American Heart Association mentions, "Not everyone experiences sudden numbness with a stroke or severe chest pain with a heart attack. And heart attack symptoms in women can be different than men."


Check out the links below from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, The American Heart Association, and HealthFinder.gov to learn more about heart disease and ways to prevent the onset of heart attack and stroke for you and your loved ones.

SNAP-Ed Connection has also come up with some heart healthy meals to enjoy this Valentine's Day. These meals include: Pink Party Salad, Baked Parmesan Fish, Caribbean Casserole, Kale with Nuts and Raisins, and Fudgy Fruit for dessert. We hope you enjoy some of these recipes and continue to strive for a healthy heart!





Resources:
Image: https://healthychesapeake.org/american-heart-month/
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/how-to-help-prevent-heart-disease-at-any-age
https://www.cdc.gov/dhdsp/
https://healthfinder.gov/healthtopics/population/men/health-conditions-and-diseases/keep-your-heart-healthy

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Oktoberfest Healthy Recipes to Celebrate the Harvest Season

9/26/2018

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Believe it or not, Oktoberfest starts in September! As the end of September nears and we head into October, try some of these great healthy recipe ideas to spice up your dishes and celebrate the upcoming Fall season. As harvest season approaches many people will be attending gatherings either with friends, family, co-workers, or planning seasonal meals for one. The USDA SNAP-Ed Connection has provided an appetizing and unique list of different dishes that will make great additions for those looking to cook up something this Fall. Some of these unique dishes include: honey mustard pork chops, stuffed summer squash, sweet and sour cabbage, dutch green beans and more!


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Planning for the Memorial Day Weekend

5/24/2018

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With warm weather predicted for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, here are a few tips for eating healthy at any festivities you may be attending. Whether you are getting together with family and friends for a barbecue or cooking for one the USDA SNAP-Ed Connection has created a delicious menu perfect for any Memorial Day plans. We all have our favorite recipes for food we like to bring to summer gatherings, but have you thought about trying a new recipe when planning a dish to bring? These burgers, pasta salad, baked beans, and homemade lemonade recipes are sure to be a liked by everyone.  Check out the Memorial Day cookbook provided by the USDA SNAP-Ed Connection on https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/recipes-menus/healthy-thrifty-holiday-menus/memorial-day-menu?utm_source=govdelivery&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MemorialDayImage 
We hope you all have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend honoring those who have given their lives in service for our country. 

Author: Jessica Shupp

Source: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/recipes-menus/healthy-thrifty-holiday-menus/memorial-day-menu?utm_source=govdelivery&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MemorialDayImage ​
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The Ultimate Super Bowl Menu

1/30/2018

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Game Day is soon approaching for this year’s Super Bowl Sunday, February 4th!  While we are all anticipating the excitement of the game, we may also be looking forward to the food which will be present at our Super Bowl festivities.  It is easy during this time of celebration and friendly competition to indulge in the food provided, but let’s not forget to be aware of what we are putting inside our bodies.

Those at SNAP-Ed Connection have come up with a Game Day Menu that is sure to please everyone during the big game! Check out their healthy and delicious suggestions “from the Glazed Skinless Chicken Wings to the low fat dips for fruit and veggies, these colorful recipes are all winners”!  Feel free to share your healthy game day recipes with us in anticipation for the Super Bowl this weekend!


Author: Jessica Shupp
Source: SNAP-Ed Connection
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