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Contents August 2014 Beauty, Beauty, Health Health & & Fitness Fitness Beauty, Health & Fitness pg 8 Beauty, Health & Stand Up for Better Health Beauty, Health & Fitness Fitness pg 12

Aging With Attitude for A Long Happy Life

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Prevent Dry Skin From Getting Dryer

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Las Vegas: Places Locals Go

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10 Ways To Use Coconut Oil

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on an individual’s health. Put simply, adequate The trouble is, sitting isHome bad forImprovement your health. & Lifestyle exercise and diet do not cancel out the A sedentary lifestyle -- where an undue negative health effects of a large amount of amount of time is spent sitting or immobile “sitting time.” Physical activity can alleviate -- has been linked to a large array of health some, but not all, of the negative health problems, including insulin resistance and effects associated with a sedentary lifestyle. diabetes, poor nutrition, obesity, and poor Even though you may exercise a lot and eat cardiovascular health. Consider this example. a healthy diet, you could still be at risk of You may rise in the morning, take a short developing heart disease or diabetes. However, walk, commute to work, spend three or four like many other lifestyle choices, a small hours sitting, take a short lunch break, spend amount of effort can go a long way. Do not another two hours sitting at a desk, commute despair: even a small modification in your home, exercise for an hour, watch two hours of behaviour and activities can have a large net television, spend another hour at the computer health effect. catching up with friends, eat a healthy dinner, then go to bed. Even though this example day One Australian government recommendation contains a number of healthy lifestyle choices encourages

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Stand up while you read your morning newspaper or check your emails on your smartphone. Each of these activities breaks up long periods of sitting and adds a small amount of physical activity to your day.

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Red Rock represents a getaway for some of the most extreme activities in the area. It hosts a massive network of trails for hiking and boasts some of the best arid rock climbing in the country. You can also engage in hunting, trapping, camping, horseback riding, and bicycling while in town. In fact, the scenic views on the trails are so compelling that many locals do their jogging in the canyon.

Lake Mead

Lake Mead is actually the local drinking water reservoir. It is filled by rainwater and water from the Colorado River. In addition to drinking, the lake serves as a local beach where people go to boat, swim, fish, and sunbathe. The lake is part of the water system surrounding the Hoover Dam, which means you can take a tour of the iconic regional power supply too.

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If you’ve been looking for new and interesting ways to improve your health, you’ve probably heard of coconut oil. This inexpensive product is widely available at grocery Home Improvement & Lifestyle stores and health food stores, yet many people still aren’t aware of what it is or how to use it. Made from coconuts, this oil is a more natural alternative to vegetable oil and offers a variety of health benefits. No matter what your personal health situation might be, there are 10 ways you can easily incorporate coconut oil into your daily routine.

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If you’ve been struggling with the color of your teeth, coconut oil can be the answer.

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2. College Funds For the Kids Most parents want their children to go to college, and many want to help them fund their attempt at higher education. There are many parents who will even clean out their retirement funds to make sure their child gets a top-notch opportunity for a degree. This is never a good idea. Remember, there are payment plans for college, there is no payment plan for your retirement.

3. Your Estate No one wants to leave a mountain of debt for their families when they pass away. However, by maintaining sufficient term life insurance, and by not over extending yourself while you are alive, your estate should be in good standing regardless of when you expire. Additionally, by taking the proper steps to create a will and name an executor (as well as having contingencies), you don’t have anything to lose sleep over when it comes to your retirement - or anything after that.

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4. Stocks and Investments Stocks and other investment vehicles can be risky, but most stocks are good long-term investments, providing they are managed properly. Instead of worrying about whether or not you should pull out of the market due to conditions in the White House or the latest news coming from abroad, look at cost averages over the past 30 years, and leverage the advice of a professional. Don’t put all of your fiscal eggs in one basket, but don’t make hair trigger decisions based on things outside of your immediate control, either. Invest intelligently and pull the money out when the time is right, not when the time is right now.

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seniors to live off of their equity, which is then paid back to the lender upon death.

While this is most appropriate for retirees who are outliving their money, many people who have yet to retire lay awake at night wondering if they should pay off their mortgage so that they won’t be in that same position. If your projected retirement benefits are enough to sustain your monthly mortgage payment, tapping into your resources to pay off your mortgage in a lump sum doesn’t make any sense. If you don’t have adequate funds to maintain your payment, it might be time to downsize. Either way, it’s nothing you should be losing sleep over.

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Spring and fall are the seasons when you can usually count on getting a break from your Home Improvement & Lifestyle high utility bill costs as more temperate weather keeps the heating and cooling system from working as hard. Yet, if you still are seeing high monthly bills, then the following steps should be taken to get those costs under your control.

1. Check your water heater. You can still enjoy warm showers and have water hot enough to clean dishes if you turn the water heater’s thermostat down. When set at 120 degrees Fahrenheit, a water heater can still get the

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work done. You should also check that the hot water pipes connected to the heater are properly insulated -- if not, escaping heat will make this unit work harder and your utility bills will come in higher.

2. Adjust the thermostat.

Everyone wants to live in a comfortable home. The place where money quickly flows out of the house is with the thermostat, what controls central heating and cooling. If you don’t already have a programmable thermostat in place, then buy one. Next, set daytime temperatures to 68 degrees in the winter and 78 degrees in the summer. Even just a slight variation of these settings can drive your energy costs up or down.

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stripping may become unglued or simply wear out over time.

Both need to be checked, scraped or pulled out, and replaced every so often. If you notice signs of wear and tear, then get to work immediately to seal cracks and crevices where air can leak out.

Energy Audit Another way to slash your gas and electric bill is to ask your utility company to provide an energy audit. Such audits are typically free or include a modest charge, with a representative bringing equipment to test your home’s efficiency. Together, these five steps can save you money, driving down your gas and electric bill accordingly. +

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Insufficient insulation can cause your home to leak air, with heat escaping in the winter and cooling in the summer.

Head to the attic to find out what insulation is in place, upgrading to a thickness of at least 14 inches and an R-38 or higher rating. The Energy Star website offers guidance on the recommended insulation levels when retrofitting existing woodframed buildings.

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Once you visit Santa Barbara, you never want to leave. As a native of Texas, I found this out the hard way. Acknowledged as “the trap” by locals, it’s not difficult to understand why this utopia of natural beauty and yearround sunshine lures people in to stay. The truth is, Santa Barbara contradicts itself in the best ways possible. It’s luxurious without being pompous; it’s relaxed, yet elegant.

Taking a stroll in downtown Santa Barbara, you can feel the vibrancy of a big city, but also a certain small town charm. Beauty aside, this balance is what makes Santa Barbara so unique. It’s not just another quaint coastal town that’s nice to look at—it’s a genuine, friendly city with a lot to offer.

Red tile roofs, palm trees, and Spanish

colonial architecture make up the iconic Santa Barbara style and create a scenic downtown area with a peaceful atmosphere. Downtown consists of the lower half of State Street, a seven-mile stretch of fine dining and shopping that is the vein of the city around which everything is clustered. In fact, State Street eventually runs all the way out into the ocean via Stearns Wharf—a pier featuring seafood restaurants, shops, and the Ty Warner Sea Center, where touch tanks allow the rare opportunity to pet actual sharks.

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with savory local fish and a lively ambience. Seagrass is another upscale contender, serious about using fresh and sustainable products, whether its Farmers Market produce or Santa Barbara seafood. For a romantic night out, sit outside on the candlelit patio and choose a local wine from the lengthy list.

Those seeking red meat that isn’t tuna should venture down to Coast Village Road in Montecito

for dinner at Lucky’s, a classic steakhouse in a sophisticated yet comfortable setting. Vintage black and white photographs of celebrities and sports stars from the 40s and 50s adorn the walls and help set the timeless tone.

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won’t disappoint. A short but calculated seasonal menu ensures only the highest quality ingredients make the cut. Although the menu tends to shift around, French classics such as duck confit and onion soup are welcomed mainstays.

It’s easy to be overfed in Santa Barbara, but surprisingly there are as many activities as there are delicious restaurants. Golf aficionados should not miss playing a round at Santa Barbara’s own Pebble Beach—also known as Sandpiper Golf Club. It might be hard to focus

on alignment, however, as deer gracefully bob in and out of trees, waves crash into bluffs below, and you are perpetually tempted to observe the unobstructed view of the glistening Pacific ahead. As the sun begins to set a fiery orange and royal purple hue, good luck tearing your eyes away.

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in the cards. Santa Barbara wine country may have first gained notoriety in the film Sideways, but it continues to succeed today as a bountiful winemaking region. Take a tour of one of the many vineyards just outside Santa Barbara proper, and experience the breathtaking scenery that is golden, rolling hills of microclimates—each vineyard fostering a myriad of grapes to grow to their full potential under the Central Coast sunshine.

If time is limited, there is no need to sacrifice wine tasting from a tight schedule. The Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail offers just what the name suggests: tasting rooms downtown.

Twenty-seven tasting rooms to be exact, all within a three block radius and only a stone’s throw away from the beach.

For a perfect combination of luxury and the outdoors, make a trip to San Ysidro Ranch to stay, dine, or both. From the moment you drive up the cobblestone driveway lined with

olive trees, you are struck with a sense of bewilderment at the beauty of this enchanting property hidden among the foothills of Montecito.

An interesting history precedes the land—first owned by the King of Spain and inhabited

by Franciscan monks in the late 1700s, then converted into a working citrus farm in the 1800s, and now a smattering of private cottages that have accommodated such guests as Winston Churchill, Audrey Hepburn, and honeymooners JFK and Jackie O. The luscious gardens, ocean and mountainside panoramas, and world-class dining under a starlit sky will transport you back to a simpler time and provide a welcome escape.

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club, resort guests and members of the private club can enjoy a pool larger than Olympic size—purposely sized this way so that it never has to host regulated events. The pool and Jacuzzi provide 180 degree ocean views, as do the lower and upper level decks lined with chaise lounges and cabanas. All furniture and décor sticks to the color scheme of coral and white, resulting in a visually pleasing club deck that contrasts with the blue swimming pool and ocean.

For another dose of history, the Upham Hotel and Country House near downtown SB has been offering cozy and colonial digs

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since 1861, earning the title of the oldest continuously operative Southern Californian hotel. The Country House offers a more authentic bed and breakfast experience, while the Hotel across the street is a more modern take comprised of 50 rooms and suites. Both respect British heritage with Victorian style buildings and well-manicured gardens. Cheese and wine happy hour is an added bonus.

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Pet Tending Options for Your Vacation Needs The problem of what to do with your pets while you’re on vacation has ever been a question that requires considerable thought.

Most people want the best care possible for their pets, but the problem of high cost can cut into vacation budgets. Other factors also have a bearing on which situation is right for your pet, and a careful assessment of your dog or cat is in order before you make a final decision.

The Local Kennel Local kennels can vary in quality. If you live in a reasonably populated area, you will probably be able to choose from a number of pet boarding facilities. Visit each facility well in advance of your trip to look around and get a general feel for each place. A few questions will help you determine if the kennel can care for your pet adequately: • Is the facility clean and free of odors?

• Is staff sufficient for the size of the facility and are they actively engaged in caring for the animals?

• Do the individual kennels have both indoor and outdoor areas and are they of adequate size?

• Is there comfortable bedding to rest on?

• Does the facility require vaccinations?

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• Do they provide bathing and grooming?

• Are prices well marked and easy to understand?

Staying With Friends or Relatives Many pet owners feel safest leaving their pet with a trusted relative or friend. This option has the advantage of having the pet be familiar and secure with them. Friends and relatives can also be relied upon to give special care and attention to the visiting pet.

However, not everyone has the leisure of accommodating a visiting pet in the home.

Other pets may be too aggressive. Work schedules may not allow adequate care for the pet. Although the friend or relative may be well meaning, it’s a good idea to ask a lot of questions to ensure that the person has the time and energy to care for the pet properly.

Pet Motels The pet motel is a new phenomenon on the pet sitting/kenneling scene. These facilities vary in price and amenities. You can even find very high-end, luxury pet hotels that will administer daily massages, grooming services and individual playtimes, as well as text or email your pet’s status every day.

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8 of the Best Houseplants That Can Also Clean Your Home Dirty air is a concern for many people living in the city, but the right houseplant can help you from breathing in too many dangerous toxins. Formaldehyde, for example, can not only cause watery eyes, coughing, and wheezing, but it can also increase the risk of developing cancer. Not only are these houseplants pretty, but they’ll keep your lungs free and safe from formaldehyde and other dangerous airborne toxins.

Raphis Palm

Best in: Direct sunlight

The Raphis Palm is fantastic for improving air quality and is resistant to a large number of insects. It’s slow to grow and quite easy to maintain, which is great for people who have a history of plants dying on them.

Rubber Plant

Best in: Direct to medium sunlight

The Rubber Plant is a hardy fellow that can handle cool temperatures. It is fantastic for houses that have chemical toxins in the neighborhood, as it can clean them up. It is particularly effective against formaldehyde.

Bamboo Palm

Best in: Direct, bright sunlight

The Bamboo Palm can increase the humidity levels in the air, which is fantastic for people living in cold areas or during winter. It is also one of the best plants available if you need to clean trichloroethylene, benzene, or formaldehyde out of the air.

English Ivy

Best in: Indirect to low sunlight

Often used to in public atriums and lobbies, the English Ivy is an adaptable plant that can adapt to large number of indoor environments. Their only weakness is high temperatures.

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Pothos

Best in: Indirect to low sunlight

The Pothos is a popular plant due to its high tolerance of low light and cool temperatures.

It’s fantastic for getting rid of indoor toxins. Pothos is best watered sparingly, as overly moist soil is bad for it.

Boston Fern

Best in: Indirect and medium sunlight

Ferns have been around for centuries, with fossils having been dated as far back as prehistoric times. While it is a plant that requires consistent maintenance, requiring frequenting watering and misting, it is also a plant that cleans the air and can also help make it more humid.

Ficus Alii

Best in: Direct to medium sunlight

The Ficus Alii’s slender, green leaves make it a visually pleasing plant.

It grows easily and is resistant to many insects, making it a great home or office plant. Do not worry if your new Ficus droops a little after you get it - it’ll recover once it has adjusted to its new home.

Areca Palm

Best in: Direct sunlight

Known by many as the Butterfly Palm, the Areca Palm is a popular plant due to its tolerance to indoor conditions and its ability to increase the humidity in the area. It is also one of the best plants available in terms of being able to clean the air.

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Top Myths About Adults 55+ and Exercise Would it shock you to learn that only 25 percent of all people over 65 get regular exercise? If not, you’re probably a realist -- either that, or maybe you know a lot of people who consistently make up excuses why they shouldn’t be spilling an ounce of sweat regularly. One of the reasons exercise seems so unpopular is the fault of myths and misconceptions that have historically served to scare people off from taking up a workout routine late in life. To ensure you’re not one of those them, let’s take a closer look at some prevalent myths that surround exercise for seniors.

Myth: Senior exercise is dangerous and can result in broken bones if I fall down.

Fact: Exercise has been proven to improve your balance, as well as the muscles that you use regularly to get around. If you’re afraid of falling down and hurting yourself as you get older, exercise is one of the few things that can guard against that happening.

Myth: Exercise for seniors can increase the risk of heart attack.

Fact: Getting regular exercise won’t bring about a heart attack, it will decrease that risk. While there is always the possibility that overdoing it after years of a sedentary existence can result in a heart attack, you’re putting yourself at even greater risk by postponing a healthier lifestyle. If you’re concerned, talk to your doctor and work on a plan to ease your way safely into regular exercise.

Myth: Senior exercise can exacerbate the pain associated with arthritis.

Fact: While many people who experience arthritis are convinced that putting their joints through the paces will only result in making matters worse, the facts tell us something different. Individuals with arthritis who get regular exercise actually feel less joint pain than those who don’t exercise.

Myth: Taking up exercise late in life won’t have a beneficial impact. For some, it’s too late.

Fact: It’s never too late to start exercising. In fact, if you’re sailing in your golden years and you’re thinking about taking up an exercise regimen, there’s never been a better time to do so. There is no evidence that suggests that people who take up exercise won’t experience the same beneficial results as those who have been working out all their lives.

Myth: Exercise is a bad idea for seniors in ill health.

Fact: Seniors who are in ill health or who rely on numerous medications on a daily basis can benefit the most from exercise.

If someone is in ill health, it could very well be exercising that brings them back to good health. In many cases, exercise is the missing element and leading a sedentary life is the primary factor that causes seniors to slide into poor health.

In case you hadn’t gathered by now, exercise is greatly beneficial, regardless of your age or the condition of your health. The human body was meant to be exercised regularly and it’s simply unnatural to surrender to a lifestyle where you experience less activity than you do inactivity. Want to feel young and vibrant again? Exercise regularly, and you’ll feel better than you’ve felt in years.

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