55+ Lifestyle of Middle Tennessee
SENIOR mLIVING a g a z i n e June 2017
The Old Glory Chapter
TM 55+ Lifestyle of Middle Tennessee
SENIOR mLIVING a g a z i n e June 2017
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June 2017 • Volume 1/Issue 6
The Desire to Excel
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ent damage. “Where is the damage?” he asked. “There is a scratch on the nose of the statue.” said the sculptor, still busy with his work. “Where are you going to install the statue?” The sculptor replied that it would be installed on a pillar twenty feet high. “If the statue is that far, who is going to know that there is a scratch on the nose?” the gentleman asked. The sculptor stopped his work, looked up at the gentleman, smiled and said, “I know it and God knows it!”
A gentleman once visited a temple under construction where he saw a sculptor making an statue of Jesus. Suddenly he noticed a similar statue lying nearby. Surprised, he asked the sculptor, “Do you need two of the same statues?” “No,” said the sculptor without looking up, “We need only one, but the first one got damaged at the last stage.” The gentleman examined the statue and found no appar-
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On the cover: Vevia Martin & Sarah Ford. The Daughters of the American Revolution Article by Rhonda Smart
Book Corner by Liz Maddoz /Page 4 Word Search /Page 5 EVENTS /Page 7 brought to you by: Comprehensive Care Coordination The Best Beach Destinations /Page 8 by Becky Rolland Daughters Of The American Revolution: The Old Glory Chapter /Page 12 by: Rhonda Smart 12 Ways To Have The Best Summer Ever With Your Grandchildren /Page 16 by Becky Rolland
Moral: The desire to excel should be exclusive of the fact whether someone appreciates it or not. Excellence is a drive from inside, not outside. Excel at a task today – not necessarily for someone else to notice but for your own satisfaction.
Diabetes: Take Controll /Page 18 Hidden Dangers In Your Medicine Cabinet /Page 20 by Becky Rolland
Meet the Staff of Senior Living Publishers: G reg Bounds Garrett Epps
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Contributing Writers: Mary Bounds, Michelle Carollo, Cheryl Culbertson, Miriam Hulett, Morelia Rocosco, Becky Rolland, Rhonda Smart, Jessica Valenzuela
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W hen S hould Y ou U pdate Y our E state P lan ? Creating an Estate Plan should not be something you do once and then place the documents in a drawer to never look at again. An Estate Plan is something that should change and evolve as your life changes and evolves. When drafting an initial Estate Plan, we consider many foreseeable changes that can occur in our lifetimes, but it is nearly impossible to plan for everything. Most people’s lives look different today than they did 10 years ago. Many of our clients had an Estate Plan prepared when they had young children and haven’t reviewed the plan since it was drafted several years (and sometimes decades) ago. When your children become adults, it is a good time to pull out your Estate Plan and make sure it still reflects your intent. If you updated your Estate Plan after you had children to name a guardian for them but haven’t looked at your documents since then, it is likely that circumstances have changed enough to warrant revision. When your children were four, your primary concerns for them were different than they are when your
children are in their 20s or 40s with children of their own. Now, instead of thinking about guardians for your children, you may be thinking about how to provide for your grandchildren. These changes require taking a look at your Estate Plan and making sure it makes sense for your current circumstances. In addition to your children becoming adults, here are a few questions to consider when reviewing your current Estate Plan: • • • •
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Has there been a significant change in your financial circumstances? Have your feelings changed about your end of life care? Are you still comfortable with your choice of the individuals in your Powers of Attorney? Do your children or grandchildren have a proper Estate Plan?
At Lodestone Legal Group, we are here to help with all of your Estate Planning needs. If you would like to discuss changes to your current Estate Plan or if you are interested in learning more about our services please call our Estate Planning Attorney, Brittney Mulvaney, at 615-807-1240.
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Book Club Corner June 2017
This month's selection: a few of Liz's favorites!
Between the Wines rating:
FIVE OUT OF FIVE STEMS These are nine of my five-stem favorites. I hope you enjoy. If you have any comments or suggestions, email me at: emaddox185@yahoo.com
Liz
Happy Reading,
Next month's selection: A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline
Liz Maddox:
This page is dedicated to some of the favorite reads of the Between the Wines Book Club members. This issue’s page will be some of my favorite books….and yes, there are plenty! I recently came out of retirement to become the librarian and creative writing teacher. One of the assignments I gave my students was titled My Life in Books. It really got me thinking about how many books I have loved in my lifetime. Books can mean different things to me at different times. I’ve never been afraid to read a favorite more than once. In fact, it’s a point of pride for me that a few years ago, one of my retirement goals was to reread a dozen of my childhood favorites. Gone with the Wind was every bit as captivating as when I first read it at about 11 years old, and Black Beauty was a huge sappy disappointment. So here are some of my favorites in no particular order: The Dogs of Babel by Carolyn Parkhurst is one that I recently reread after ten years, and it stood the test of time. While there may be some flaws, what Parkhurst does well, she does extraordinarily well: she chronicles relationships. The one between Lexy and Lorelei is so special, and even though I knew what was coming, I still cried at the end.
My Sunshine Away is UNO Writing Professor M.O Walsh’s debut novel. Move over Harper Lee, there’s a new sheriff in town! I’ve always loved good southern fiction, and this author’s observations really resonate with me. I loved this book so much that when I finished it, I started it again!
Homegoing is Yaa Gyasi’ debut novel. It begins with two half-sisters who take dramatically different paths to America in the early 1800s. One marries a slave trader, and the other is sold with thousands of other slaves. This one is so powerful, it’ll stay with you long after you’re done.
Station Eleven by Emily St John Mandel is a post-apocalyptic novel about a group of impassioned theater performers traveling the country staging Shakespearean plays. Why? Because survival isn’t enough.
Miss Jane by Brad Watson delivers everything I look for in a good Southern novel. Jane Chisolm is born with Persistent Cloaca, and the situation she’s in is so reminiscent of a William Faulkner work, except happier and more uplifting. Faulkner-light perhaps?
T he Little Friend by Donna Tartt (actually anything by Donna Tartt) has my highest recommendation. In my opinion, Tartt is the best writer of our generation, but I think this might be my favorite. The main character Harriet Cleve Dufresnes, a mixture of the best parts of Scout Finch and Nancy Drew, is trying to solve the murder of her brother Robin who at 9-years old is found hanging from the tree in the front yard on Mother’s Day.
Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld is a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice. All the subtleties of the original, especially the gentle mocking of manners and education, are here. These characters are just as delightful (or annoying), and the wit is snarky and spot-on every time. Miss Austin would be proud!
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June 23rd. 6-9pm @ UAW Hall in Spring Hill 55+ Senior Prom Dancing through the decades at Blue Suede Night. Tickets: $10
City so get ready to rock! The cost of the trip includes admission to Madame Tussauds and transportation. Lunch is Dutch treat at the restaurant of your choice. Registration is required.
June 24th @ Rippaville Plantation Whispers from the Past Tours (Paranormal Investigations).
Time: 8am-4pm Longview; 8:15am-4pm Nolensville; 9am-3:30pm Enrichment Center Cost: $35 (Price includes admission to Madame Tussauds and transportation. Lunch is Dutch treat.) Online Registration Code: 9581
June 13th 6-9pm @ Old School-Cool Springs Music and Memories/Medals of Honor A tribute to our fallen service members
June 28th Williamson County Parks and Rec Senior Day Trip to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum at Opry Mills
June 17th. 5:30-8pm Spring Hill Pickin’ In The Park Red Oak Pavilion @ Harvey Park
Madame Tussauds Wax attraction at Opry Mills. After our tour, you can choose one of the many sit down restaurants (Chuy’s, Rainforest Cafe, Dave & Busters, and more) or grab something fast in the mall food court. Any remaining time can be spent shopping the stores at Opry Mills. Psst...we are Music
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FLORIDA, HAWAII, CALIFORNIA AND BEYOND! Pg. 8
by Becky Rolland
It is no surprise that according to the 2017 Travelers’ Choice Awards, nine of the Top 25 Beaches in the United States are in Florida. Known for its warm climate, sugar white sand and crystal clear waters, Florida offers an abundance of beaches, each with a unique personality. Whether you are looking for a beach with family activities or one with romantic seclusion, Florida has it all. Siesta Beach ranks among the top beach destinations on national and international lists. This stunning beach is in the town of Siesta Key, a quaint town that offers a culture, fine dining and plenty of quaint, interesting, shops. St. Pete Beach and Clearwater Beach are also situated alongside small towns that have lots to offer. St. Pete is a postcard-perfect town with a world class art museum that features the largest collection of Salvador Dali paintings outside of Spain. Clearwater is known for its wineries, unique shops and hiking trails all within walking distance of the beach. If you are looking for a more secluded setting, Henderson Beach offers 6,000 feet of natural scenic shoreline which makes it a popular setting for destination weddings. Hawaii earned six spots on the Top 25 Beaches list, with its perfect blend of casual laid back and fun activities. A tropical island paradise, Hawaii features plenty of spacious and vacation condominium rentals with direct access to the beach. So if you are looking for a perfect get away where you can spend your day on the beach or golf course and your evening watching a spectacular sunset, Hawaii may be right for you. Three of California’s beaches made the list, Santa Monica State Beach, La Jolla Shores Park and Carlsbad State Beach. With its amazing pier, amusement rides, great shopping and a pristine beach that can accommodate thousands of visitors daily, Santa Monica remains a solid favorite. La Jolla Shores Park offers a wide, mile long beach with soft sand, clean water and gentle waves whereas Carlsbad State Beach is situated among scenic rugged cliffs that allow room for surfing. Rounding out the list were Driftwood Beach, GA, and Virginia Beach, VA, offering great weather from Spring to Fall along with summer month favorites: Ocean City Bach, MD, Ogunquit Beach, ME and Race Point Beach, MA.
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The Travelers’ Choice awards were established by TripAdvisor in 2002. These annual awards are the only travel industry awards that are based on reviews and opinions from travelers around the world. They reflect “the best of the best” for service, quality, and customer satisfaction. The award is given according to category, from hotels and accommodations to destinations, attractions, brands, and products.
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The inaugural Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman series took place in 1994 at the then newly renovated Ryman Auditorium. The first show featured the father of bluegrass himself, Bill Monroe, and the angelic Alison Krauss. Over the last twenty plus years, the series has become a Nashville summertime tradition as it regularly presents the biggest names in bluegrass on the very stage where the genre was born back in 1945. Vince Gill has recorded more than 20 studio albums, charted over 40 singles on the U.S. Billboard charts as Hot Country Songs, and has sold more than 26 million albums. He has been honored by the Country Music Association with 18 CMA Awards, including two Entertainer of the Year awards and five Male Vocalist Awards. As of 2017, Gill has also earned 21 Grammy Awards, more than any other male country music artist. In 2007 he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. On February 4, 2016 Gill was inducted into the Guitar Center Rock Walk by Joe Walsh of the Eagles.
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Sarah Ford on the left and Vevia Martin co-chairs of our event, “A Royal Spring Luncheon.�
The Old Glory Chapter America will celebrate its 241st birthday July 4th, when our resilient Founding Fathers declared our nation’s independence. Today, descendants of these Americans who fought for our newly formed country are still working together to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism as members of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The DAR was founded in 1890, as an organization to preserve history and carry forward the legacy of patriots of the American Revolution. Their goals remain the same today. More than 930,000 women have joined this organization that was founded over 125 years ago. The Tennessee Society of the DAR was organized in 1892, and presently has 93 chapters across the state with over 6000 members. The Old Glory Chapter was organized in Franklin in 1897, by fifteen charter members. With over 250 members, the chapter is now the second largest chapter in the state. Old Glory members honor their heritage while making a difference in their community. Anna Shaffer currently serves as the Regent for the Old Glory Chapter. Her patriot ancestor
Spring Luncheon
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was Nathaniel Beall of Virginia. Anna joined the DAR in 2011. She claims she originally joined the DAR so she could have something nice written about her in her obituary. She would be a member in name only. However, Anna met the ladies of Old Glory and saw what they did in the community. She realized that they are dedicated, hard-working, patriotic citizens of our fine country. She stated, “We are a non-political service organization, and our motto is ‘God, Home, and Country’ in that order. These timeless, overarching principles keep the DAR strong and vitally relevant in this ever-changing world.” On Thursday, April 27, the Old Glory Chapter hosted their first fundraiser, “A Royal Spring Luncheon.” This notable event was held at the Factory in Franklin. There were more than 330 people in attendance, including ladies from across Tennessee who hold offices in the state society and in their own chapters. Along with a delicious meal catered by Sean Begin of the Daily Dish, many items were donated for an enjoyable and profitable silent auction. One of the highlights of the lovely event and “the Pg. 13
From left to right they are Amy Hafner, Judy Jenkins, Carole Fields, Jane Ann Wheeler, Ginger Hoogesteger, Kathy Guinn, Regent, Anna Shaffer, and Shelley Jeffries.
Chef Darren McGrady standing with Old Glory Honorary Regent Ginger Hoogesteger
Constitution Hall in Washington, DC is the national headquarters for the National Society Daughter’s of the American Revolution. Built in 1929, to house their annual DAR Continental Congress, it was named a Historic Landmark Building in 1985. The126th DAR Continental Congress is scheduled this month from June 28th-July 2nd.
icing on the cake” was the guest speaker, renowned chef Darren McGrady, who was a chef on staff to Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace and personal chef to Princess Diana at Kensington Palace. He also cooked for several American Presidents. He now resides in Dallas, Texas where he is a personal chef and caterer. His stories were funny, entertaining and poignant. McGrady has been featured on Oprah, CNN and Fox. In Darren McGrady’s first cookbook, Eating Royally, he chronicles meals and recipes that offer behind-the-scenes stories with insight into the lives of the members of the British royal family. The featured dessert at the luncheon was a tasty chocolate biscuit cake. It just so happens to be Queen Elizabeth’s favorite afternoon tea cake! The recipe
From left to right are Amy Hafner, Jamie Villers, Ginger Hoogesteger, Regent, Anna Shaffer, Joy Graham
Anna Shaffer, Regent Old Glory Chapter, welcomes guests to the Royal Spring Luncheon
for the delicious, rich dark chocolate cake served with cream can be found in Eating Royally. McGrady praised the Daily Dish for their interpretation of the signature dessert. He will release his second book in August, The Royal Chef at Home. According to Old Glory’s Co-Chairs for the event, Sarah Ford and Vevia Martin, the luncheon exceeded all expectations for the day. It was a huge success. The money raised will contribute to Old Glory’s projects to support the DAR mission of historic preservation, education, and patriotism. The Old Glory Chapter expresses their gratitude for the community support and for all of the contributors that made this event possible. Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership and is invited to learn more.
For additional information regarding the DAR or finding a chapter, please visit: www.DAR.org For more information about the Old Glory Chapter, please visit: www.tndar.org/~oldglory
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution dedicated this memorial to its four founders: Mary Desha, Mary Smith Lockwood, Ellen Hardin Walworth, and Eugenia Washington. Noted artist and DAR member Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney sculpted the monument from Tennessee marble.
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WAYS TO HAVE THE BEST SUMMER EVER WITH YOUR GRANDCHILDREN by Becky Rolland
SPLISH SPLASH!
There is nothing more fun than bringing your grandchildren to the beach or swimming in a pool! For trips to the beach, make sure you bring sandcastle building toys and of course, a bucket to hold all the shells you will collect. For the pool, bring toys that float, water googles and squirt guns. In addition to bringing whatever floatation devices (swimmies, floaties or preservers) you need, bring extra towels, an extra set of clothing, snacks and plenty of unexpired sunscreen!
When you envision spending time with your grandchildren this summer, are you excited about going to the beach, having fun in the sun or taking a dip in the pool? Summer brings the perfect ingredients for outdoor fun but what’s a grandparent to do with children if it is too hot outside or raining? Pg. 16
In our list of 12 ways to have the best summer ever, we help you prepare for your visit no matter the weather. We have suggestions for simple, free, old-fashioned activities that will make your grandchild want to put down that video game for a while and play!
IT’S TIME TO BE A SCAVENGER!
A good scavenger hunts turns an ordinary walk into an adventure. Make a list of search items for your grandchild starting with the simple things, like a Y-shaped twig, a shiny black rock or a feather, and then start walking and collecting. A scavenger hunt not only teaches kids observational skills, it also provides sense of accomplishment.
THEIR FAVORITE SPORT
Chances are your grandchildren are already enjoying some type of sport at school so have them show you. Whether you play along with them or you act as a cheerleader, the important thing is you are getting a glimpse into their daily lives. You can also teach them your favorite outdoor games, did anyone say Bocce?
PLANNED OUTINGS
When headed to a museum, the zoo or to play Lazar tag, make sure you plan a fun car game to pass the time while in transit. Once you get to your destination and you are waiting in line, remember to tell your grandchild the reason you choose that particular outing. It could be something as simple as, “I loved the zoo when I was little, and my favorite animal was the elephant.” Giving an activity a purpose makes it memorable.
REMEMBER THE SIMPLE
Taking your grandchild to a playground, playing the game of hide and seek or drawing chalk on the sidewalk are all simple and fun activities. Remember, you do not have to keep your grandchildren entertained every minute, children love free play, so you can take some time to rest while they run around and explore.
RAINY DAYS OH MY!
It is a great idea to have toys that are just used on rainy days. This makes these toys special and chances are your grandchild will be excited to see them again. Play-dough and colors should always be on hand but remember to spruce it up every now and then with a surprise.
SPEAKING OF BOOKS
Remember the classics you loved as a kid or your children’s favorite books? Introduce them to your grandchildren! Mix the old with the new and remember to read aloud with joy and enthusiasm.
BRING OUT THE BABY BOOKS:
Grandkids love to see what their parents looked like as a child. Tell them a story about their mom or dad’s first step, first word, anything he or she did that was naughty or funny.
GOOD OLE’ PLAYING CARDS!
“Go Fish” and “Battle” will never go out of style and you can also show them how to play the games you loved as a child. Remember to make a mistake now and then. This gives your grandchildren the rare opportunity of having the upper hand.
PREPARE FOR AN UNEXPECTED SLEEPOVER The next time you are grocery shopping, buy a supply of your grandchild’s favorite snack items, juice boxes or treats to keep at your house. This makes it easier on mom and dad and lets your grandchildren know that you are paying attention to what they like and don’t like. Keeping an extra set of clothes, underwear and socks, diapers, wipes, and pajamas at your house will come in handy more than you know!
BAKE COOKIES. EAT THEM
Not only is cooking a fun activity to do with your grandchildren, there are a lot of lessons to be learned in the kitchen. Children learn how to plan, measure, follow instructions, and most of all, patience. Cooking provides children with the opportunity to play “grown up” as well as an appreciation and understanding of the work that goes into their family meal at home. Be sure to tell the history behind a family recipe or to explain how a family tradition started.
BREAK OUT THE VIDEO GAMES
No matter how much we try to resist, cell phones and video games are a part of your grandchild’s reality. So if you can’t beat them, join them! Believe it or not, playing video games with your grandchildren can actually be a way to bond. Your grandchild has the rare opportunity to become the teacher so let him show you how they do things. Don’t worry about making a mistake because that is part of the fun.
There is nothing like being a grandparent! Make sure the time you spend with your grandchildren is special and that you create a lasting bond that will last a lifetime!
DIABETES TAKE CONTROL First, the good news: Over the last few years, the number of new cases of diabetes in the United States has shown a modest decline. People with diabetes are living longer because of improvements in managing the disease. One of the key reasons that people with diabetes are living longer is that there has been a steady decline in the death rate due to cardiovascular disease. Improvements have also been seen in the tools and medications that people with diabetes can use to manage the disease. Now, the bad news: There are still 1.4 million new cases of diabetes diagnosed every year, and even though we now have better ways to manage diabetes, the financial burden of doing so has increased.
TYPE 1
Less common than type 2, about 5 percent of people with diabetes have type 1. Type 1 diabetes was previously known as “juvenile diabetes” because it’s most often diagnosed in children and young adults. In simple terms, the food you consume is broken down into glucose, which provides the energy your body needs to function properly. The body uses insulin to burn that glucose. When someone has type 1, his or her body does not produce insulin. How it’s treated: Insulin therapy is necessary. Additional medication/treatments may also be used.
TYPE 2
Most common form of diabetes. When
someone has type 2, their body makes insulin but might not make enough and does not use it properly. When the disease first starts, the pancreas produces extra insulin but eventually can’t make enough to maintain normal levels of blood glucose. Glucose then builds up in the blood, where it causes a host of problems rather than going into the cells and providing energy. Type 2 diabetes is generally progressive, with the body’s ability to produce its own insulin declining over time. How it’s treated: Lifestyle changes (diet and exercise). Medication and/or insulin may also be necessary if lifestyle changes aren’t adequate to regulate blood glucose levels. There is no cure, so it’s all about management.
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Diabetes by the Numbers
29.1 MILLION:
AMERICANS WITH DIABETES (8.1 MILLION OF THOSE ARE UNDIAGNOSED)
1.4 MILLION:
NEW CASES OF DIABETES DIAGNOSED ANNUALLY IN THE UNITED STATES
11.8 MILLION:
AMERICANS AGE 65 AND OLDER WITH DIABETES 25.9%
$245 BILLION:
TOTAL COST OF DIAGNOSED DIABETES IN THE UNITED STATES
7TH LEADING
CAUSE OF DEATH IN THE UNITED STATES Source: American Diabetes Association
Lower Your Risk
Take proactive steps to reduce your risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
Reason For Concern Having diabetes puts you at risk for a number of health problems, including:
Cardiovascular disease Adults diagnosed with diabetes are nearly twice as likely to be hospitalized with a heart attack or stroke. Two out of three people with diabetes have high blood pressure, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Eye damage Diabetes can lead to a number of vision problems, including glaucoma, cataracts and disorders of the retina, including macular edema. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in working-age adults. Kidney disease Diabetes can damage the kidneys, causing them to work harder and, in some cases, to eventually fail altogether, requiring dialysis. Neuropathy Nearly half of all people with diabetes have some form of nerve damage, which, in serious cases, can lead to amputation.
Lose the weight. Maintaining an appropriate body weight range is the No. 1 thing you can do to avoid diabetes. About 85 percent of people who are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese. Talk to your doctor about developing a realistic plan to lose weight.
Eat healthy. It’s about making smart food choices, not starving yourself. For example, the largest portion of your meal should be non-starchy vegetables. Cut back on starchy veggies (corn, potatoes, etc) and include lean protein and small amounts of healthy fats.
Don’t smoke. This seems like a no-brainer, but there are still people who think they can do other things to improve their health without giving up cigarettes. Don’t kid yourself. Smoking raises your blood pressure and your bad cholesterol, damages your lungs and reduces the amount of oxygen needed by your organs to function normally. Because people with diabetes are already at higher risk for cardiovascular disease, smoking is especially bad for them. Get moving. Regular exercise improves blood flow and helps lower blood glucose. Research has shown that light activity spread throughout the day is more beneficial for lipid and glucose metabolism than working out intensely for an hour or two. This is good news for people who physically aren’t able to exercise vigorously, and it pretty much cancels out any excuse you might come up with for not exercising. Look for ways to incorporate more physical movement into each day. Even the smallest activities start adding up. Watch what you’re drinking. Many people consume hundreds of calories a day in beverages alone.
Schedule a diabetes screening test if you have any of the following risk factors: • African-American, Hispanic, American Indian, Asian-American, Pacific Islander
• Family history of type 2 diabetes
• 45 or older
• Gave birth to a baby weighing nine pounds or more
• High blood pressure • H DL cholesterol below 35 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl) or triglyceride level over 250 mg/dl
• Had gestational diabetes when pregnant • Have polycystic ovary syndrome You can also go to diabetes.org/risktest for an online risk assessment
• Sedentary lifestyle • Overweight (body mass index over 25)
PREDIABETES Prediabetes occurs when your blood sugar level is higher than normal but not high enough to warrant a diagnosis of actual diabetes.
Prediabetes is a wake-up call, because, if not addressed, you have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes within the next five to 10 years. You may be able to change your lifestyle and avoid—or at least delay—developing diabetes by getting your blood
sugar number down to a normal level. These lifestyle changes include eating right, regular physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight. You don’t need a total metamorphosis to see improvement. Just dropping 10 to 15 pounds can make a difference!
HIDDEN DANGERS In Your Medicine Cabinet by Becky Rolland Usually, all is well if you follow your physician’s instructions on medications, taking the right dosage at the right time. However, many of us are guilty of taking mixing an over the counter (OTC) drug with a current prescription drug and that could be dangerous. Before taking an OTC, check with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure it is compatible with your current medication. When you are taking different prescriptions for different medical conditions, make sure you keep your primary care doctor informed. He or she can advise you about safe use of medication based on your individual health history.
Here are the possible side effects of 5 of the most common drugs in your medicine cabinet:
Expired Medication
We don’t drink expired milk, however many of us feel it is safe to take expired medications? This poses two risks, first, because different ingredients in your medication lose their effectiveness at different speeds, one ingredient may suppress the effectiveness of another, and second, if one of the ingredients loses effectiveness, you may not you may not get the effect you desire.
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Opioid pain
medications
Although quite effective when used appropriately to treat pain, hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine and codeine may become addictive and often cause the unwelcome side effect of constipation. When taking any of these make sure you do not take more than the intended dose and drink plenty of water.
Aspirin and Ibuprofen
If you’re being treated for a heart condition, medicine cabinet staples such as aspirin and ibuprofen may not be good for you. Depending on your condition, aspirin or ibuprofen may increase the risk of bleeding, clotting and arrhythmia.
Common
prescription drugs
If you struggle with urinary incontinence take a look at the side effects of your medications. Diuretics, alpha blockers, antidepressants, narcotic pain relievers and sedatives could be contributing to your problem.
Pain meds,
prescriptions
& nutritional supplements
Before taking these OTC’s, make sure your kidneys are healthy because they can cause serious side effects.
READ AND FOLLOW your medicine label to avoid taking too much
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