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FITNESS: To Track or Not to Track?
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‘Tis the Season
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IT’S TEA TIME! Beat the Holiday Blues OPTIMISM VS. PESSIMISM Brought to you by
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To Track or Not to Track? Fitness tracking devices have become as common at the gym as headphones and water bottles. Wearables, such as Fitbits®, Jawbones®, and the Apple Watch® have grown in popularity, replacing basic pedometers. But as workout gear becomes smarter, are people getting healthier? Technology is great for health and well-being, but it’s not the total solution. Fitness trackers work to track physical activity, but they won’t necessarily motivate you to exercise.
A recent study tracked weight loss among people who used fitness trackers and those who didn’t. Surprisingly, those who didn’t wear a tracker lost nearly twice the weight of those who did!* Wearable devices can be fun, informative, and helpful, but they aren’t the key to fitness. Keep yourself motivated by choosing activities you enjoy, setting realistic goals, and celebrating your accomplishments.
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Optimism vs. Pessimism Winston Churchill once said, “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” By definition, an optimist tends to be confident and hopeful about the future. A pessimist generally sees the worst aspect of things. This is a difference in attitude and general life perspective that affects everything we do.
These comparisons of attitude illustrate why: Optimist
Pessimist
• Believes their actions can affect their life • Works harder and longer to solve problems or complete tasks • Expects to succeed
• Feels powerless to improve their life situation • Doesn’t try very hard and gives up quickly • Expects failure
If you identify as a pessimist, don’t despair! Labels can be changed, just as attitudes can change.
Three tips for becoming an optimist: 1. Many things can be easier when we take them one step at a time. 2. Take one positive thing and celebrate it. Successes, no matter how small, should be recognized. 3. Ignore the disappointments of the day and focus on what makes you grateful.
‘Tis the Season
to Eat Green
December is not the month to count calories, but we all need a way to eat the things we enjoy without overindulging. Draw inspiration from a traffic light: The three categories simplify your eating choices, making nothing off-limits. RED-LIGHT FOODS are LOW in nutrients and HIGH in calories, fat, sugar, and salt. Examples are cookies, cakes, stuffing, and gravy. Eat red-light foods as a treat on special occasions. Strive for moderation rather than perfection. YELLOW-LIGHT FOODS have nutritional value, but some added sugar, salt, or fat. Examples include vegetables in rich sauces, like green bean casserole, cheeses, or turkey with the skin. Pay attention to portion sizes of yellow-light foods. GREEN-LIGHT FOODS are your GO foods. These are nutrient-rich and low in saturated fat and salt. Green-light food examples are fresh, frozen, and canned vegetables and fruits, whole grains, low-fat milk or cheese, and extra-lean meats like skinless poultry and fish. Eat all the green-light foods you need. Remember that green-light foods can easily be transformed into yellow or red based on how they are cooked or prepared. Whatever you eat this holiday, savor the flavor and take the time to enjoy your food!
Recipe of the Month: Turkey Pot Pie Ingredients: 2 Cups mixed vegetables ½ Cup diced onion 2 Cups cooked turkey meat, chopped 1 Tsp canola oil ¼ Cup cornstarch ¼ Cup low-fat sour cream
¼ Tsp salt ¼ Tsp pepper 1 2/3 Cups low-sodium chicken broth ¾ Cup low-fat milk 6 Sheets phyllo dough
Instructions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until tender, then add the vegetables. In a measuring cup, mix the low-fat milk with cornstarch. Pour the chicken broth into the pan, then stir in the cornstarch/milk mixture. Cook until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Take the pan off the heat and stir in sour cream and turkey pieces, then add salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the filling to a baking dish. Arrange phyllo sheets on top of filling and lightly brush with oil. Bake for 30 minutes or until filling is bubbling and top is golden brown.
It’s Tea Time! Hot tea is the perfect winter drink to keep you warm and give your skin a moisturizing boost. Plus, you’ll get the added benefit of antioxidants! Here is a breakdown of popular teas: 1. B lack tea is the most commonly-served tea in America. Strong in flavor, these leaves are frequently used as iced tea. Varieties include English Breakfast, Earl Grey, and Orange Pekoe.
2. G reen tea is made of a smaller leaf with a lighter color and flavor than black tea. Green tea has a load of benefits because of its high level of antioxidants. 3. R ooibos tea is a caffeine-free infusion made from the twigs and leaves of the rooibos bush. Try it for a sweet and nutty taste. 4. F ruit and herbal teas come in a wonderful assortment of caffeine-free flavors, from chamomile to peppermint.
The Importance of Self-Care When you look in the mirror, are your thoughts kind, or are they full of criticism? Do you see extra weight and tired eyes, or do you admire how much your posture has improved? If your perspective is focused on what needs changing, you may want to focus on self-care. Self-care behaviors positively affect both the body and mind.
Examples include: • Taking a warm bath • Going for a walk or jog
• Eating a nourishing meal • Enjoying a well-deserved day off
Over the last decade, research has shown a consistent positive correlation between self-care and psychological well-being. People with self-compassion have also been shown to have greater social connectedness, emotional intelligence, and overall life satisfaction.* Self-care is not self-indulgence. It starts with understanding that treating yourself harshly only makes it harder to get through the tough times. Additionally, calming self-care behaviors help us get through the roadblocks of life and can make distress more tolerable. *Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26311196
Beat the Holiday Blues Feeling depressed or anxious during the holidays isn’t unusual. In fact, festive television shows, spending time with extended family, or seeing old friends can bring feelings of joy and sadness at the same time. This can be an especially stressful season for those who have experienced a loss, a divorce, or for those who live far away from family and friends. If you’re feeling down when you’d rather be feeling festive, remember this: 1. Don’t resist your feelings. Acknowledge them and give them the time and attention they deserve. The more you try to push them away, the harder they will push back.
Let It Go! • L ive in the moment, not the past or future.
2. Feel what you feel, even if it’s uncomfortable. You can’t run or hide from emotions. You might as well accept them.
• Forgive. Let go of past hurts.
3. It’s okay not to feel positive or upbeat all the time. Remember that thoughts are just thoughts and feelings are just feelings. Viewing our moods without shame or guilt can lead to greater clarity.
• B e kind. Daily acts of compassion are healing.
Monthly Quiz: 1. What is a good example of a “green-light food”? a. Stuffing b. Cake c. Skinless chicken breast
2. Which is an example of self-care? a. Talking a warm bath b. Going for a long walk c. Getting a massage d. All of the above
3. Which is NOT a true statement about tea? a. It’s a hydrating drink. b. All varieties contain caffeine. c. It helps you warm up on cold days.
ANSWERS: 1.) c
2.) d
3.) b
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3 Charitable Giving Ideas for This Holiday Season Safety First: Holiday Decorations Although decorative lights are great for getting your home ready for the holidays, they can also present a safety risk if they aren’t displayed and maintained properly. Here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure that your home is safe during the holidays:
When you’re buying decorations, always check to see if the product has a label that indicates that it has been independently tested by an organization like Underwriters Laboratories.
Inspect all lights before you use them. If you notice any damaged cords or plugs, discard those lights immediately. Also, if you need to replace any bulbs, make sure that the lights are unplugged first.
Use a ladder made of nonconductive materials when you hang lights outside to reduce the risk of electrocution.
Check to see if your lights were designed for indoor or outdoor use. Although most decorative lights have basic waterproofing, indoor lights can present a serious risk of electrocution or fire if they’re used outside.
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For some, the holiday season is synonymous with charitable giving and showing kindness to your friends, family, and even strangers. With that season once again upon us, here are three best practices for charitable giving: 1. Consider what charity you want to help. Choosing a charity can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. Think about what is important to you. Once you’ve identified the type of charity you want to help, you can use GuideStar, a website that provides as much information as possible about IRS-registered charities, to find nonprofits that support the causes that are important to you. You can enter in your location as well to find charities that are close to where you live or work. 2. Conduct a little research before you donate. Unfortunately, despite the fact that there are numerous charitable organizations, not all of them are as reputable as they may claim. In addition to researching the charity on GuideStar, you can also look up your chosen charity on a website called Charity Navigator to see how the charity spends its money and uses donations. 3. Consider how you want to give. There are many ways for you to donate. Regardless of how you give or how many charities you donate to, you should keep in mind that there are processing costs associated with every donation that you make.
OLD FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING
Tips for Sticking to Your Diet During the Holidays
5 slices of bread 2 Tbsp. butter ¼ tsp. cinnamon ⅓ cup brown sugar ½ cup raisins 3 large eggs 2 cups nonfat milk ¼ tsp. salt 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
With so many social gatherings during this time, it can be difficult to avoid treating yourself when you’re offered good food and drinks. Whether you’re dieting or just trying to maintain your healthy lifestyle, fear not—you can survive the holidays and wake up on Jan. 1 without feeling remorse or guilt. Consider the following tips:
PREPARATIONS
Heat oven to 350 F°. Spray the bottom and sides of a 9-by-9-inch pan.
Eat before attending a party so you don’t arrive on an empty stomach and devour everything in sight.
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Spread butter on one side of bread slices. Sprinkle slices with cinnamon. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes.
Pace yourself when drinking. Alcohol can be dangerous at holiday parties, as overindulgence cannot only cause embarrassment, but also pack on the pounds.
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Dump bread, sugar, and raisins into prepared pan.
Eat slowly. Be mindful of every chew. It takes your body 20 minutes to realize when it is full.
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Blend eggs, milk, salt, and vanilla together in a bowl. Pour over bread mixture in pan.
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Bake uncovered for one hour. Pudding will be done when a table knife inserted in the pudding comes out clean.
Don’t feel pressure to eat leftovers. If you have an abundance of leftovers after hosting a party, don’t feel like you have to eat them just because you don’t want them to go to waste.
Practice self-control. For example, allow yourself one plate of food at a party, and promise yourself that you won’t go back for seconds.
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Total Fat
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Protein
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Carbohydrates
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Dietary Fiber
1g
Saturated Fat
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Sodium
300 mg Source: USDA
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Balancing Work & Life Holiday Depression and Stress Source: National Mental Health Association The holiday season is a time full of joy, cheer, parties, and family gatherings. However, for many people, it is a time of self-evaluation, loneliness, reflection on past failures, and anxiety about an uncertain future. What Causes Holiday Blues? Many factors can cause the “holiday blues�: stress, fatigue, unrealistic expectations, over-commercialization, financial constraints, and the inability to be with one’s family and friends. The demands of shopping, parties, family reunions, and house guests also contribute to feelings of tension. People who do not become depressed may develop other stress responses, such as: headaches, excessive drinking, over-eating, and difficulty sleeping. Even more people experience post-holiday let down after January 1. This can result from disappointments during the preceding months compounded with the excess fatigue and stress.
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Coping with Stress and Depression During the Holidays Keep expectations for the holiday season manageable. Try to set realistic goals for yourself. Pace yourself. Organize your time. Make a list and prioritize the important activities. Be realistic about what you can and cannot do. Do not put entire focus on just one day (i.e., Thanksgiving Day) remember it is a season of holiday sentiment and activities can be spread out (time-wise) to lessen stress and increase enjoyment. Remember the holiday season does not banish reasons for feeling sad or lonely; there is room for these feelings to be present, even if the person chooses not to express them. Leave “yesteryear” in the past and look toward the future. Life brings changes. Each season is different and can be enjoyed in its own way. Don’t set yourself up in comparing today with the “good ol’ days.” Do something for someone else. Try volunteering some time to help others. Enjoy activities that are free, such as driving around to look at holiday decorations; going window shopping without buying; making a snowperson with children. Be aware that excessive drinking will only increase your feelings of depression. Try something new. Celebrate the holidays in a new way. Spend time with supportive and caring people. Reach out and make new friends or contact someone you have not heard from for a while. Save time for yourself! Recharge your batteries! Let others share responsibility of activities. Can Environment Be a Factor? Recent studies show that some people suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD) which results from fewer hours of sunlight as the days grow shorter during the winter months. Phototherapy, a treatment involving a few hours of exposure to intense light, is effective in relieving depressive symptoms in patients with SAD.
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Other studies on the benefits of phototherapy found that exposure to early morning sunlight was effective in relieving seasonal depression. Recent findings, however, suggest that patients respond equally well to phototherapy whether it is scheduled in the early afternoon. This has practical applications for antidepressant treatment since it allows the use of phototherapy in the workplace as well as the home. National Mental Health Association (NMHA) Š2017
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Caregiver Stress-Holiday Edition Senior Management Services December 2017 Rarely do we share personal experiences in these articles, but those personal connections we make as caregivers can sometimes be the most impactful to us as we navigate this labyrinth of caring for the older loved ones in our life. So in light of that, I’m going to share a personal moment here. I am in the midst of some big caregiver stress! Can you relate? Are you negotiating caring for a loved one (either hands on, coordinating care, or just worried about your loved one) and the busyness of the holiday season? Do you feel like there are not enough hours in a day? Would you like to lay your head on your pillow at night and actually be able to sleep soundly without worry? If you’ve answered yes to any/all of these questions, you and I are on the same page. Keep reading. The commiserating is just the beginning of this article! I have some ideas for us and tips to share-to remind me AND to encourage you as you are working out all the details you have on your plate as a caregiver. Dailycaring.com just put out an article giving 3 ways to reduce stress for caregivers during this time of year. 1. Give yourself permission to do less, 2. Know that you are not responsible for your seniors’ mood, and 3. Arrange caregiving help early. These tips, and many others you can find by just a quick Google search, resonate with me. Sometimes the items on our to-do list can actually be on our to-don’t list. What do I mean by that? Well, often we may think we need to bake 7 different types of cookies because that’s what we’ve ALWAYS done, or we must dig out all the holiday decorations. However, this year it may be time to push those things off or better yet, delegate them to someone eager to help. We may also be worried that our loved one is not as excited about the holidays as usual. This is not your fault. Some years, this time of year is harder emotionally or in the case of a dementia diagnosis, may even be difficult for your loved one to understand what is happening. And lastly, getting help early for those caregiving tasks can be paramount to being able to enjoy time with your loved one. Lining up personal care can get difficult closer to the holidays, so start booking those dates now.
If any of these tips resonate with you, and you need to talk with someone or get some information about accessing resources, that’s what we are here for! Implement some of these suggestions for less stress this holiday season. Happy Holidays to you and yours!
For additional information about concerns related to your older relative, contact your Eldercare Information & Referral Program at 1-800-253-9236.
3 Ways to Reduce Caregiver Holiday Stress and Enjoy the Season http://dailycaring.com/3-ways-to-reduce-caregiverholiday-stress-and-enjoy-the-season/
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lub drugs are illicit, psychoactive drugs used to get high. Frequently used at raves, bars, nightclubs, and concerts, club drugs are dangerous chemicals with harmful side effects. Several of these drugs are notorious as date rape substances that produce memory loss. These include GHB, Ketamine, MDMA (also called Ecstasy or Molly), and Rohypnol (Roofies). Methamphetamine and LSD (acid) are also popular club drugs. Parents should be aware of these substances, particularly their post-use side effects, when evidence of use is more likely to be identified.
hen Sunday night arrives, are you experiencing dread about going to work the next day? Is it because you don’t like your job, or could it be depression? It can be hard to tell. There are different types of depression with different causes. But an assessment by a qualified professional or EAP can help you find out, usually in minutes. At the very least, you’ll know the next steps to get out of the rut. Other symptoms of depression that may appear job-related include not feeling as good at your job as you used to be, a desire to avoid coworkers, finding it hard to concentrate, and thinking your job is no longer exciting.
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he holidays are here. Will you soon start budgeting to pay the bills? Don’t panic in January, quarrel, or point a finger. Plan a family budget meeting to wipe it out. Resources exist to help you. Investigate ones that give you ideas on how to save money in hidden places. Whether it is commuting with coffee instead stopping for a latte, or cutting the cable channel extras no one uses, you can save a load of cash that’s slipping through your fingers right now. Hint: Commit to a written plan so you actually follow through. Search for it: “1000 Ways to Save Money” by Siim Tuulik
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Time for Couples Counseling?
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any people think about couples counseling, but don’t go. Some may threaten each other with it: “That does it, we’re going!” But how do you know if you should see a couples therapist? Will it help resolve the problems you face? Could it make things worse? One reason couples don’t go for counseling is a belief that it means they’ve failed in their relationship. (Not true!) Surveys by professional associations vary, but most show about twice as many couples reporting improvement in their relationship versus those who report that relationship issues did not improve or got worse. There are many reasons for counseling, but a nearly universal outcome is acquiring new “communication tools” – ways of speaking and listening to each other that increase relationship satisfaction. Many couples move from feeling desperate to a new level of excitement about their future because of this one achievement in improved communication. You can explore the question of whether couples counseling might be a good path for your relationship by visiting with a qualified professional and exploring in a session the issues unique to your relationship. The chances are excellent that you will know the next step to take at the end of that session. Couples therapy, like individual therapy, is a journey. You will work harder than the therapist who will guide you to your goal. But the odds are in your favor that it will be worth the trip.
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lone for the holidays? Many people are fine being alone for the holidays. But if loneliness is an ongoing issue, don’t accept it as “your fate” or something you “need to get used to.” Research on loneliness indicates it’s a health hazard, like lack of exercise, and more dangerous than obesity. It can lead to depression, damage the circulatory system, and shorten lifespan. Tips: Do not reason your way out of feeling lonely. Don’t fill the void with social media time. Instead, take action to engage with others. Need a plan to get going, or do you have a loved one who needs help? Talk to a professional counselor or your EAP, and develop a plan to plug into a fuller life. Check this out: www.campaigntoendloneliness.org.
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he ability to focus (or be attentive) is a powerful skill. It’s a key to high productivity, but it’s also a difficult skill to master because it requires fighting distractions, which are always “here and now.” To better overcome distraction and loss of focus, practice these attention strategies: 1) Know your beginning and end point with a manageable size of work. Laboring without an end point increases vulnerability to distraction, which preys on fatigue and boredom. 2) Create a pull strategy—have a positive and compelling reason or reward at the end of your work period. This creates urgency, a force for action that thwarts distraction. 3) Have a secret place for minimal distraction—a library cubicle, but at least someplace absent the pings and clicks of a smart phone. 4) Find meaning in your work. Know the importance of your job. It can motivate and inspire you to stay focused on what you are doing.
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ost of us don’t like experiencing rejection. As a result, many employees hold back, don’t risk, and even suppress profitable ideas if they fear negative reactions for bringing them forth. To encourage risk taking, promote a “psychologically safe” workplace. Don’t just agree that it’s a good idea. Make it a tradition of your work group or team to encourage and invite vulnerability. Practice acceptance, and tolerate the new and unusual to eliminate fear that one’s image, status, or career will suffer from taking a risk. Here’s your motivation: Imagine Thomas Edison as your coworker. He tested his idea 1,000 times before he invented the functional light bulb. How long would he have lasted with you?
It’s never too early to get ready for next year. Plan to buy gifts throughout the year rather than waiting for the holiday rush.
HO L IDA Y S T R ES S :S T ICKIN G T O YO U R BU DGET The holidays can be a stressful time of year, and money is one of the leading causes of holiday anxiety for Americans. The best time for holiday budgeting begins early in the year, when smart shoppers account for expenses associated with the holiday gift season in their monthly budgets and buy presents here and there throughout the year. Additionally, resourceful budgeters flock to stores AFTER Christmas to scoop up decorations at bargain bin prices with an eye toward future holidays. However, if you’re like most people, you likely have not planned very far ahead and could find yourself feeling the pinch in January. But don’t despair—with proper accounting and a handful of smart shopping ideas, it is possible to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list and stay within your budget. Here are a few pointers to help you stick to your holiday budget and manage your seasonal financial stress: • Make a list and check it twice. Review your shopping list carefully. Does everyone listed on it truly need to be there? • Set limits. Write down a maximum dollar limit for each person, vow to stay within that limit and then track how much you actually spend. • Shop early. The best window for holiday shopping is between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1. Give yourself time to compare prices and find the
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best deals. You aren’t likely to save money if you wait until the last minute. • Buy in bulk. Have something on hand for those unexpected presents. A case of wine, elegant candles, or a tin of homemade cookies are great ideas. • Be realistic. Ask yourself if you can really afford to buy gifts—don’t feel obligated to buy them if you can’t afford them. A good rule of thumb is to leave the credit cards at home, and if you don’t have the cash for it, don’t buy it. Also be sure to avoid store-specific credit cards, which can charge exorbitantly high interest rates. • Talk to your friends and family about scaling back. Ask about doing a gift exchange instead of buying gifts for everyone. If you find these things too embarrassing or unworkable consider going the homemade gift route. • Shop online. Some of the best bargains won’t be found in stores. Many retailers will waive shipping costs during the holidays. Plus, why spend the days before your holiday celebrations wasting gas and battling crowds for items that may not be in stock? • Get a holiday job. Even with a good budget, the extra holiday shopping can pinch the pocketbook. Consider working a seasonal job.
A person with frostbite may also be suffering from hypothermia, or lowered body temperature. Symptoms may include shivering, lack of coordination, slurred speech, confusion, drowsiness, weak pulse, and shallow breathing.
WINTER SAFETY: FROSTBITE In cold climates, everyone is susceptible to frostbite, but taking a few simple precautions can help keep you safe and healthy during the winter season. Causes Frostbite is caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures, usually accompanied by a low wind chill factor or by brief exposure to excessively frigid or wet conditions. Risk Factors Certain people are more susceptible to developing frostbite, including children, the elderly, and those with circulatory problems. People who have diabetes are also at a greater risk. Symptoms Symptoms of frostbite may include partial or complete numbness, discoloration of the skin, and burning and/or tingling sensations. If left untreated, frostbitten skin gradually darkens after a few hours. Skin destroyed by frostbite is completely black and looks loose and flayed, as if burnt.
You should also avoid smoking cigarettes, which can constrict your blood vessels and cut off blood flow, increasing your risk of frostbite. Treatment Move to a warm area and remove any wet clothing as soon as possible. Do not rub or massage your skin or break any blisters, and do not apply direct heat from heating pads, radiators, or fires. Instead, place the affected area in warm—not hot—water until the skin is soft and sensation has returned. If no water is nearby, cup your hands around the affected area and blow warm air onto it. Next, wrap the area in clean dressings and seek medical help. If it is unlikely that the affected area can be kept thawed before seeking medical attention, do not take steps to treat it—re-exposure to cold can cause more extensive and severe damage.
Prevention To reduce your risk of frostbite, it’s important to protect your hands, feet, nose, and ears. Bundle in warm, layered, and loose-fitting clothing when heading out into winter’s worst weather. At the first sign of redness or pain in your skin, which may indicate that frostbite is developing, get out of the cold. Also, avoid drinking alcoholic beverages—alcohol may prevent you from realizing that your body is becoming too cold. This brochure is for informational purposes only. For further information, contact a medical professional. © 2013 Zywave, Inc. All rights reserved.
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