4Rent – Greater Toronto Area – February 25, 2023

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3 easy tips to stay on top of your nutritional goals

The benefits of a healthy diet go beyond physical appearance. A nutritious diet, supported by a healthy lifestyle, helps us thrive both mentally and physically. Whether you’re trying to hit a certain physical goal or are seeking to

manage a medical condition, below are three easy tips to stay on top of your nutrition.

read your labels

Food labels are more than just a tool to count calories. They also allow us to track ingredients and mac-

ronutrients. That’s especially important if you have allergies or food restrictions because of a medical condition such as kidney disease, diabetes or high blood pressure. Read labels carefully and count your macronutrients so you don’t go over your nutritional limits.

cook for the week ahead

Busy lives make it hard for us to cook daily. Luckily, many recipes are easy to make ahead of time and store in the fridge or freezer. One evening a week try batch cooking a couple of recipes, cutting up veggies for your salads and making an easy snack to grab on the go like eggplant and chickpea bites. Having a few of your meals ready for the week ahead will cut down cooking time and help keep your nutrition on track.

make a plan and stick to it

When we’re at a loss for what to eat, we tend to grab the first thing we see or cave into cravings. In both cases, we tend to stray from nutritional goals. To prevent that, consider creating a structured meal plan to help you avoid impulse eating and make cooking time less stressful. If you struggle to plan ahead, look for online tools that can make it simpler, like the Kidney Community

Kitchen meal planner. It has a variety of recipes that take the stress out of planning a kidney-healthy diet. It’s also a solid tool to track macronutrients and ensure you’re staying within your nutritional limits.

However you plan your food, remember that physical activity should always accompany a healthy diet for an overall healthy lifestyle.

Find out more about the meal planner at kidneycommunitykitchen.ca ■

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A nutritious diet, supported by a healthy lifestyle, helps us thrive both mentally and physically

the importance of self-care

When hearing the words “self-care,” some people may think it means indulging yourself, such as getting a massage or buying yourself a treat. In some ways it can include these types of things, but it is also much more. Whatever your form of self-care, there is real value in taking care of yourself in simple, regular ways. For you, it might be your daily walk through the neighbourhood, a good chat with a friend or a session with a therapist.

Taking care of your physical and mental health can help you

handle difficult experiences, help you feel more confident in yourself and your abilities and improve your ability to regain some control after you’ve been through a tough time.

Of course, many things can affect mental well-being, and they aren’t all within our control. But, having things to look forward to and putting aside time to prioritize yourself are important parts of everyone’s well-being. As many of us learn the hard way, you can’t do your best for anyone else if you’re not showing up for yourself.

If even the small things seem challenging or you’re finding that emotions like sadness, worry, loneliness or anger are long-lasting or interfering with your daily routines, it may be time to reach out for help. This is another important act of self-care itself.

There are many free and credible mental health resources available online, including self-guided therapy, one-on-one counselling with qualified health professionals and moderated peer-to-peer support. You can find more information about these resources at canada.ca/ mental-health. ■

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Many people find managing their money to be stressful. But it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to help with your financial wellbeing.

track your spending

Budgets are like dental floss. Boring, and sometimes a little painful. They’re also easy to do and worth the effort.

Start with your take-home pay and subtract what you spend on basics like housing, food and other obligations. If there’s no money left, you need to cut back on expenses. Any surplus should go into savings or investments.

be cautious with credit

Credit cards are convenient, and a useful way to build a credit rating. If you pay your full balance each month, you won’t have to pay interest in addition to the amount you’ve borrowed. But the

interest rate on credit card debt is high, so make sure you don’t spend more than you can pay off when the bill is due. If you do come up a bit short, use a lowerinterest line of credit to pay off the balance.

expect the unexpected

Jobs can be lost, sometimes with little or no warning. A serious illness or injury can also put you out of work. For most of us, any one of these scenarios could mean real financial difficulty. It’s important to manage these risks with the right insurance coverage. If you can build one, an emergency fund is also valuable.

look ahead to your retirement

We live in a country that combines the freedom to create a financial life for ourselves and our loved ones, with programs that can provide assistance. Understanding how these programs

work helps ensure you’re covering what you need to with your personal savings, insurance and investments.

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) is an example. It’s designed to provide you with a portion of your retirement income, in addition to what you can save elsewhere. If you are at least 60 and have made one or more valid contributions, you qualify for CPP benefits. CPP Investments manages the Fund in the best interests of the CPP contributors and beneficiaries. With more than $529 billion (as of September 30, 2022), the Fund is sustainable for the next 75 years.

There is real value in maintaining a long-term perspective. The more you’re able to think about money priorities over your entire adult life – as well as your immediate income and expenses at any given time – the more successful you’ll be in building real financial wellness for many years to come. ■

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The more you’re able to think about money priorities over your entire adult life – as well as your immediate income and expenses at any given time – the more successful you’ll be in building real financial wellness

pack like a pro

Moving is a very personal thing and people who hire moving companies ask for varying levels of service.

Take packing, for example. Some clients want to pack their own items, while others prefer a turnkey solution where the mover does it all. There are, of course, advantages to each approach, so it is important to choose what’s best for you.

the professional packer

Most who choose to pack themselves do so because it saves money on the move. That is true only if the items make it from Point A to Point B in one piece. Moving companies will not be responsible for items damaged because of poor packing.

The most critical element in packing is taking into consideration how far and long the items will remain in the boxes and containers during transit. Consumers often underestimate just how much jostling their items will endure on the various highways and other roadways on their trip to your new home or business. Accessories such as lamps may seem to be packed well, but may shift inside the carton and break or chip as a result.

Professional packers have the experience to know exactly what is best for various categories of items, depending on the size and distance of the move, and they pack accordingly. They can also provide excellent advice on how to mark your boxes for ease of unpacking, and on the items to pack last and unpack first.

Having your mover do the packing offers you the peace of mind in knowing that if the unexpected happens, your possessions will be repaired or replaced.

the DIY packer

At Two Men and A Truck, trained packing professionals help clients with as much or as little of the packing and unpacking as required, and we sell a full range of packing supplies. Those who are willing and capable of packing themselves need to consider the proper materials and containers that will help to ensure a successful move. There are also significant considerations to keep in mind, such as not packing explosive or

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flammable items in the general boxes.

Although you can obtain boxes from places like grocery stores, check with your mover, who may sell proper packing materials that will save you work and worry.

Some of the items you will need are tape dispensers, newsprint, markers, pads and bubble wrap – and there are many sizes and strengths of boxes available. There is a 1.5 cubic-foot box that is often referred to as a book or record box. It’s fairly small and is designed to hold small, heavy items like food jars or cans, flatware, CDs, etc. The next size up is a lamp or lampshade box, which is 3 cubic feet in size. The sizes go up from there, to 4.5 and 6 cubic feet for lighter objects such as pillows and stuffed animals.

These are just some of the moving materials that are available today. Whether you choose to pack your own items or have your mover do it, be sure you choose a company with a solid track record for providing topnotch service. Visit www.twomen.ca. ■

Chuck Resnick is vice-president, marketing and operations at Two Men and A Truck – Canada®

Chuck Resnick

583-689 BARBER AVE, LISTOWEL

Living the country life just 30 minutes from Kitchener! This quality condominium rental complex is located in the thriving & growing town of Listowel. Affordable, clean & undergoing extensive ongoing renovations & updates, this property is ideal for mature or retired individuals, as well as professionals who commute to Kitchener/Waterloo, Guelph, Stratford or the London area. Backing directly onto nature trails & green space, you are within a short walk to local schools & churches. All major shopping, banking & retailers are located directly in Listowel including Walmart, Canadian Tire, Zehr’s, Shopper’s Drug Mart & several Tim Horton’s! There is also a beautiful downtown core along with a local hospital. This development boasts spacious 1, 2, and 3 bedroom suite designs with laundry facilities on each floor. With continuing upgrades & renovations, this charming location will continue to be an attractive and affordable place to call home. Our friendly staff is on-site 24/7. Located on the scenic Perth Country Trails system, you can enjoy everything nature has to offer, small town charm & friendliness and still be close to the city! Inquire today!

Water & heat are included; hydro (electricity) is extra.