Senior Life JANUARY 2018

Senior Life of Western North Carolina

Tips to Prep Your Home for Extreme Winter Weather Tech Team: Crossing the Digital Divide 5 Must-know Investing and Retirement Tips

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HAPPY 2018

Senior Life of Western North Carolina

CONTENTS 5 8

8 Tips to Prep your Home for Winter How Medications interact with Vitamins

15 Winter Wellness Tips

24 Protection from

17 January Activities to

27 Care and Control of

to Stay Well this Season

Enjoy in WNC

Carbon Monoxide

Pet Diabetes

10 Boomers: 10 Reasons

18 5 Must-know Investing 29 More Organized Home

12 Tech Team: Crossing

21 Revamp the Go-to

to go Nuts

the Digital Divide

& Retirement Tips

Chip and Dip

13 10 Tips to Find the Best 22 Winter Blues? Try Smartphone for You

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Vitamin D-rich Foods

for the New Year

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8 Tips to Prep your Home for Extreme Winter Weather

(BPT) - As winter approaches, many cities in the U.S. have already started to experience the winter chill with temperatures below freezing and snow fall. But cold weather isn’t exclusively a northern phenomenon as the majority of the country experiences extreme temperatures at some point during the winter months. Remember in January 2014 when all 50 states logged below-freezing temperatures on the same day?

Cold weather can wreak havoc on your home and your comfort if you are not well prepared. That’s why it’s important to prepare your home for winter and take extra precautions for when the temperatures drop, no matter where you live.

Here are some tips that can help protect your house and comfort this winter: * Install a smart thermostat. You may not always be home when you learn of a coming cold snap or hear that temperatures have plummeted. Using an app on your smartphone, a smart thermostat can allow you to make adjustments to your home’s temperature from anywhere, which means you can always come home to a toasty warm house.

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* Seal windows and doors. Check weather stripping around windows and doors. If you find worn, cracked or inadequate sealing, replace it. Sealing around windows and doors helps prevent heat loss in the winter. * Prep your pipes. Below freezing temperatures can cause water pipes to crack or burst. Insulate any water pipes that are exposed, winterize outdoor faucets and turn off the water to your home if you plan to be away for a prolonged period of time. * Make sure your heat source measures up. Older, traditional HVAC systems can struggle to keep your home comfortable when temperatures dip below freezing. Consider installing LGRED-enabled HVAC technology to your home.

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Winter Prep continued from page 5 * Take care of your roof. Inspect your roof and repair any damaged shingles before winter storms arrive. Be sure gutters are clean to help prevent an ice dam and trim any tree branches that could fall on your home if they break under heavy snow and ice. * Tackle inside germs. Extreme temperatures often force us indoors for long periods of times. With the LG PuriCare Air Purifier, you can leave your home feeling fresh and clean while sterilization removes floating viruses and germs. * Add insulation. The Insulation Institute estimates 90 percent of American homes have less than the minimum recommended insulation. Check out the U.S. Department of Energy’s home insulation guidelines to see if you need to add more in your home. Having adequate insulation ensures your January 2018 | Senior Life Magazine

home efficiently retains heat and keeps the cold out. * Gather emergency supplies. Extreme weather could leave you without power or unable to leave your home to get supplies or help. Keep a well-stocked emergency kit, complete with bottled water, non-perishable food, extra blankets, a battery-operated or hand-crank radio (for weather report updates), a battery or solar light source, and a solar charging device that can be used to power your smartphone. If you have a wood-burning fireplace for supplemental heat, be sure to have a supply of dry firewood on hand in case of a power outage.

Extreme weather can happen anywhere; in 2014, even Hawaii recorded a below-freezing temperature of 21 degrees.

When it comes to home comfort and keeping your family warm during the winter, it’s a good idea to prepare for what is to come! Ee Page 7

Understanding how Medications Interact with Vitamins (BPT) - Technology, science and research are offering a personalization powerhouse at our fingertips, including products made specifically for us delivered to our doorsteps. We wear personal fitness trackers to track our steps, sleep and heart rates. Personal trainers design fitness routines made just for us. We understand that our family history, lifestyle choices and even genetics are predictive of our health needs and this information is integrated into our health care plans. But with all of this personalization, nutritional supplement options still deliver the same cookie-cutter solutions.

According to New Nutrition Business and its report “10 Key Trends in Food, Nutrition and Health 2017,” personalized nutrition is the next big nutrition movement, as people want individually tailored diets. When creating a personalized nutrition plan, it’s important to take into account holistic well-being; however, deciding what is truly right for you can Page 8

be confusing.

“Personalized nutrition shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s not a catchy-named pack of vitamins or nutrition plans curated from a few questions about how you want to feel; it needs to include everything that makes you unique, down to the medications prescribed by your doctor,” said Dr. Michael Roizen, original chief wellness officer at the Cleveland Clinic, co-author of the new book “Age-Proof: Living Longer without Running Out of Money or Breaking a Hip” and Vitamin Packs science advisory board member. “Technology is creating amazing advances in personalized nutrition, but it’s only as good as the data it can collect and the information you are willing to share.”

Medication and nutrition interactions Nearly 50 percent of the U.S. population is taking prescription medications, according to the Centers for Disease Senior Life Magazine | January 2018

Control and Prevention, and 68 percent of Americans are taking dietary supplements, based on Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) estimates.

With several new personalized vitamin subscription services launching, it’s important to select one that takes into account your diet, physical fitness, sleep patterns, lifestyle habits and family health history as well as medication use. Some drugs can deplete nutrients while others add nutrients to the body. One subscription service, Vitamin Packs, delivers customized vitamins and nutritional supplements in daily packs based on what it learns during a free nutritional assessment. Its technology cross-examines more than 650 possible medication interactions and recommends only what an individual’s body needs.

Mixing meds and nutritional supplements * Taking a statin? You will want to add Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) because the average blood concentration of CoQ10 in blood plasma decreases within 30 days by an average of 50 percent. * Taking a medication for allergies or inflammation? Consider adding vitamin D and calcium. These types of medications may reduce calcium absorption, which can lead to unnecessary bone loss. Supplementing with vitamin D and calcium together may support bone health and calcium absorption. * Taking a blood pressure medication? You should know that taking an iron supplement two hours before or after taking this type of medication can decrease its absorption rate.

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* Taking a synthetic thyroid hormone? Look at your supplement facts to be sure you’re avoiding soy, iron and calcium.

Soy, iron and calcium, if taken within four hours of a synthetic thyroid hormone, may reduce the absorption rate.

Personalized nutrition should be focused on the whole person. Be sure to consult your health care practitioner before starting any dietary supplement regimen. Ee January 2018 | Senior Life Magazine

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Boomers: 10 Reasons to go Nuts (BPT) - For the roughly 75 million Americans who make up the baby boom generation, a healthy diet and lifestyle are the best weapons against age-related diseases.

“It’s vital at any age to adopt good habits to live a strong, fit and healthy life,” says Dr. Mike Roussell, a nationally recognized nutrition consultant and nutrition adviser to Men’s Health and Shape. “Fueling your life with tasty and nutrient-rich foods while making sure to be active every single day are essential components to keeping your body young and vibrant.”

Roussell’s recommendation? Nuts. In particular, pistachios. “Pistachios are a multitasking nut with fiber, healthy fats, and three specific types of antioxidants that may help fight the onset of age-related conditions that lead to poor health in these 10 ways.”

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1. Heart health Large population studies show that people who regularly eat nuts, such as pistachios, have a lower risk of dying from heart disease or suffering a heart attack. Pistachios provide 360-degree cardiovascular support in that they can promote improvements in cholesterol levels, blood pressure and blood vessel function.

2. Anti-inflammatory Excessive inflammation is one of the root causes of age-related conditions, such as arthritis. Pistachios contain a special form of vitamin E called gamma tocopherol, which has unique anti-inflammatory properties. Gamma tocopherol levels have also been shown to decrease as we age.

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the aging of our skin. Pistachios contain two carotenoid antioxidants that are concentrated in the skin and work to filter out and protect it against the damaging effects of UV light.

7. Eyesight

Pistachios are a multitasking nut with fiber, and healthy fats.

3. Weight loss Being overweight can also contribute to a number of age-related illnesses. Studies show pistachios positively promote weight maintenance as the dietary fiber, fat and protein all work together to make us feel fuller and satiated longer, plus removing them from the shell slows down eating. Pistachios are also the lowest-fat nut.

4. Digestion The fiber in pistachios also can help with digestion. Research shows that the fiber in pistachios works as a prebiotic and feeds the good bacteria in our digestive tract to improve the health of our digestive system. A single serving of pistachios contains as much as 3 grams of dietary fiber.

5. Blood glucose level Developing adult onset diabetes, or Type 2 diabetes, is a common fear for boomers. The American Diabetes Association praises the health benefits of nuts, including pistachios, calling them a diabetes superfood because they improve how the body’s cells use glucose and how insulin responds to a carbohydrate-containing meal, namely, stabilizing blood glucose levels.

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Pistachios contain lutein, a nutrient known to help improve eye health, especially in older individuals. Lutein has been shown to prevent and slow down macular degeneration by providing more pigment for the eye, thereby reflecting more of the sun’s light, preventing damage to the retina.

8. Memory Preliminary research shows that the fatty acids and antioxidants found in pistachios can help support brain health.

The antioxidants in pistachios can help ward off excessive inflammation in the brain, a major cause of accelerated cognitive decline. Another study found that eating pistachios stimulated brain waves that aid the formation of ideas and memory processing.

9. Sleep Nuts, including pistachios, are rich in minerals such as magnesium. One benefit of magnesium is that it may aid sleep because it assists in helping the muscles relax and quiet activity in the brain by working as an inhibitory neurotransmitter.

10. Energy Pistachios have been shown to promote energy, which is why so many professional athletes consume them while training.

More energy means we’ll commit to getting enough exercise.

But what is Dr. Mike’s main reason for having his clients eat pistachios? “They taste good. People are much more likely to stick to a healthy diet when the food is tasty and fun to eat.” Ee

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Crossing The Digital Divide

For better or for worse technology has worked its way into almost every facet of our lives. Our phones are smarter, our cars can talk, and almost any product can be ordered to our house with the touch of a button. This may seem overwhelming but if we learn make this technology work for us, it can be used to improve our lives. Those of us who have spent many frustrating hours trying figuring out how to use their smartphone or laptop may laugh when they hear that technology makes life easier. That cynicism is understandable, technology moves fast, and the half life of knowledge in this field shortens with every “new release.” Often times those who are left behind with new tech innovations are those entering the second halves of their lives. This creates a generational gap that can isolate seniors, a result of being expected to fluently speak a language that most of us didn’t grow up speaking.

Luckily, there is a new business in Asheville trying to bridge this gap. They are called Tech Team, and are comprised of two recent college graduates; Owen Ryan and Emmanuel Hobbs, who believe anyone can become tech Page 12

savvy. They specialize in providing simple tech solutions to older generations, through patience, practice, and affordability. There experience in this pursuit, began at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, where Owen worked as a tech assistant for four years while getting an education at UNC Asheville. There he learned about the tech needs of seniors, and how to create a healthy relationship between technology and the user. After graduation he wanted to use what he had learned to help others in Western North Carolina, so he teamed up with his longtime tech expert friend; Emmanuel, and started Tech Team. Owen and Emmanuel’s business, centers around one on one problem solving sessions, that are both tech support and tech lessons, so the client can learn how to answer their own questions in the future. This is all done with an eye towards accessibility, by charging less than a third of other tech services as well as offering in home visits. Ee

Contact Tech Team at: 919-621-5643 www.techteamasheville.com email: techteamasheville@gmail.com Senior Life Magazine | January 2018

10 Tips to Find the Best Smartphone for You (BPT) - There are so many choices when shopping for a smartphone these days, and the differences can be very subtle.

Here are some of the key things you’ll want to look at to make sure you find the one that works best for your needs.

Operating System (OS): There are two different operating systems to choose from. iOS works with iPhones, while Android operates with a wider variety of smartphones, like those from Samsung or Motorola. In general, iOS is considered easier to use, but you need to have an Apple device. Android gives you more options, plus the ability to customize with third-party software and widgets.

Screen size: Get the right-size screen for the things you’ll want to do. Buy a phone with a screen smaller than 5.5 inches if one-hand use is important to you or if you have smaller hands. Get a bigger-screen phone if you like to watch a lot of videos or play games, or simply want to have an easier time navigating on your touchscreen.

Camera: Most people now use their phones as their primary camera, so the right selection here will be an especially important one. More and more smartphones boast cameras with at least 12 mega-pixels, so don’t go by only that stat.

Instead, focus on individual camera specs and special features like dual lenses or the ability to edit and enhance your photos.

Design: Determining good smartphone design is purely subjective.

Many people prefer a metal or glass design; others, plastic. If you’re concerned about durability, look for a phone that is

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Finding the Best Smartphone continued from page 13 to protect it from short drops (though a protective case will help with that, too).

Processor: Even midrange phones now offer satisfactory performance for nearly any user level or basic task. A good processor inside a phone will translate to faster open times for apps, smoother navigation and quicker photo editing.

Battery: Many factors, including the screen size, processor and operating system, determine how long a smartphone lasts on a charge. A decent benchmark is to look for a smartphone with a battery capacity of at least 3,000 mAh. Any phone that lasts longer than 9 hours of straight 4G LTE use is considered very good.

Storage: Given that some apps and games can easily take up more than 1GB of storage, not to mention how many highres photos and videos smartphone owners are capturing, go for as much internal storage as possible. Some models offer just 8Gb or 16Gb; however, the minimum on premium handsets these days is usually 32GB. Adding a micro SD card can also help expand your storage. This option’s available on many Android phones.

Price: Don’t pay for more than you need. The latest iPhone and premium Android phones start around $650, and can easily run you $800 or more. But there are great options below $500, and even some solid choices for less than $200.

Carrier: A smartphone requires a talk and data plan.

Choose a cellphone service provider that offers what you’ll really use. Avoid expensive, one-size-fits-all plans. Consumer Cellular, for example, offers a wide variety of smartphone choices from entry level to top of the line, along with talk and data plans that cost their average customer less than $25 a month, with no contracts. Ee

Let today’s top technology work for you! It’s a very competitive marketplace, so by shopping wisely, you’re sure to find a smartphone that keeps you happily connected at a great price.

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Winter Wellness Tips

A busy lifestyle and cooler weather can take a toll on the body, especially for those who suffer from chronic aches and pains. Whether the cause of your pain is due to injury, stress, or poor sleep, there are many ways to feel better while avoiding future pain.

To stay well this season and naturally manage muscle pain, consider these tips from professional ballroom dancer Tony Dovolani, who’s no stranger to the subject of pain management.

• Stretch. Stretching is not just for before or after a workout. Stretch throughout the day to keep blood flowing, particularly if you have a job that keeps you sedentary.

• Eat right. Your diet should include lean protein and healthy carbs. “And I eat my vegetables, too!” says Dovolani.

“Mainly spinach, string beans and broccoli.”

Figure out which vegetables you like best, and be sure to incorporate them into your diet.

• Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Water is necessary for muscle repair. Drink water throughout the day and especially when you’re active.

• Apply heat. Heat is a timeless remedy, and it’s clinically proven to relieve pain associated with muscle tension and January 2018 | Senior Life Magazine

stress, helping to relax muscles and improve blood flow. The increased blood flow restores oxygen and nutrients to inflamed areas to help accelerate healing.

“After every rehearsal and performance, I use heat to soothe aches and pains and improve blood flow to my neck and shoulder muscles,” says Dovolani, whose pain relief routine includes using The Sunbeam Renue Neck Wrap. “It’s great for providing relief to the back of my head, neck and shoulders.”

Because it features an adjustable neck collar that contours to the shape of the neck of the user, it can provide high-level, concentrated heat for targeted relief.

Don’t let aches and pains set you back. With a healthy, active lifestyle and simple, natural remedies, you can feel your best. (StatePoint) Ee Page 15

Take a scenic drive through the Western North Carolina mountains.

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Asheville Restaurant Week Monday, January 15, 2018 to Friday, January 26, 2018 Try some new restaurants or revisit favorites and get the lowest prices of the year, with a prix fix menu at $15$35/person. With dozens of choices, there’s something for all appetites! And Asheville has touted by many as one of the top ten food and wine destinations in the United States.

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January Activities Events happening this month in the WNC area to enjoy!

Asheville Gallery of Art January 2018 Show “Winter Blues”

Jeeves Takes a Bow @ NC Stage Theatre Wednesday, January 24, 2018 to Sunday, February 18, 2018 Professional theatre in downtown Asheville: British upper crust meets the New York mob in the witty play featuring favorite hapless hero, Bertie Wooster, embarking on an American adventure armed with his handsome fortune and talent for trouble. www.ncstage.org

January 1, 2018 through January 31, 2018 The gallery, located at 82 Patton Avenue in downtown Asheville across from Pritchard Park, will host a reception for the artists on Friday, January 5, from 5-8 p.m. Everyone is cordially invited to stop by. What better way to brighten the cold and gray January days than by enjoying a display of great art? Each piece will be an interpretation of the artist’s winter experience.

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Big Band Weekend Friday, January 12, 2018 to Sunday, January 14, 2018 Swing dance away the weekend at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville with the Glenn Miller Orchestra on Friday & Saturday nights.

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Asheville Fringe Arts Festival Thursday, January 25, 2018 to Sunday, January 28, 2018 Local and national artists explore the edges of their work, collaborate across genres and bring innovative performances to culturally adventurous audiences. Includes dancers, installation artists, theatre companies, Butoh dance, puppetry, modern dance, and performance art. www.ashevillefringe.org

Steep Canyon Rangers Concert Saturday, January 27, 2018 Special “Out in the Open” album release concert in downtown Asheville at the U.S. Cellular Center with special guest River Whyless. Steep Canyon Rangers won the Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album in 2013. The show with special guest River Whyless starts at 8 PM. Page 17

5 Must-know Investing and Retirement Tips

(BPT) - Parents and grandparents typically pass down many things to the next generation - jewelry, furniture and other family heirlooms. But what if the best thing that the preceding generation passed along was their financial wisdom?

Through years of investing and saving for retirement, Baby Boomers have experienced a lot and learned many helpful lessons along the way.

A recent survey from Capital Group(R), home of the American Funds(R) and one of the world’s leading investment management firms, studied the dynamics for Boomer investors as they transitioned into retirement. The survey revealed what expenses cause the most sticker shock for retired Boomers, why they retire earlier or later than they planned, how they see the financial markets performing over the next 10 years, and their goals for growing their retirement nest egg to ride out the market’s ups and downs.

Five Golden Rules From Retired Baby Boomers Boomers have learned many lessons - some good, some bad and all beneficial to future generations of investors.

Here are five rules that these seasoned investors found to be essential to saving for a secure retirement.

1) Stay invested for the long term - A large majority (92 percent) of retired Boomers say that Americans need to save Page 18

more for retirement by getting and staying invested in the market. When asked about what they would do in fluctuating markets, only three in 10 (32 percent) would adapt their strategies based on market conditions.

2) Keep an eye on fees - Low fees and transparency really matter to Boomers. Ninety-four percent of retired Boomers want to be able to easily understand the fees they pay, and 78 percent stressed low-cost simple investments to buy and hold for the long term.

3) Diversify your portfolio - Eighty-five percent of retired Boomers believe that building a diversified portfolio is one of the most important elements for a safe path to a better retirement.

4) Protect yourself against market downturns - Eight in 10 (80 percent) retired Boomers stress the importance of protecting their nest egg and lowering the risk of losses during market downturns. Thirty percent of Boomers wish that they had learned sooner what to do in turbulent markets - near the top of the list of lessons learned.

5) Start saving early and often - Eight in 10 (79 percent) retired Boomers believe saving a portion of monthly income continued on page 20 Senior Life Magazine | January 2018

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Investing and Retirement Tips continued from page 18 toward retirement is one of the best things you can do, and 60 percent said they wished they had started investing as young as possible.

Unexpected Retirement Costs Retired Boomers are surprised by their spending patterns and are paying more than expected on unanticipated items.

Health care tops the list in terms of surprise costs and unanticipated spending in retirement, with 43 percent saying they are spending more on health care than they had planned. Travel, an activity popular with retirees, is also more costly than expected, with 40 percent of retired Boomers spending more on travel than they anticipated. Rounding out the top five items: One-third (34 percent) report paying more in taxes than expected, and about a quarter say Page 20

they are spending more than they had planned on food (25 percent) or utilities (23 percent).

While these surprise costs may exceed retired Boomers’ expectations, they are not losing sleep over their finances.

Among Boomers who are already retired, less than one in three (27 percent) list having enough money for retirement as a top concern, while two-thirds (65 percent) of Boomers still working say it is a top concern.

Whether your “perfect retirement” is traveling the country on a motorcycle, sitting by the pool all day or starting your dream second act, following these rules could put you on track to fulfilling your retirement dreams.

For additional findings and the full report, “Expect the Unexpected: Baby Boomer Lessons on Investing and Retirement,” visit http://bit.ly/2y8rokm. Ee Senior Life Magazine | January 2018

3 Easy Ways to Revamp the Go-to Chip and Dip (BPT) - Savvy hosts and hostesses know that the keys to a successful holiday soiree are when the room is filled with laughter and guests leave satisfied from all the yummy treats served. If you’re hosting a holiday get together or special event with friends and family, impress and delight your guests with fresh, new takes on the classic foods everyone serves.

up well to dips. To make sure everyone leaves satisfied, serve a variety of Lay’s Kettle Cooked Chips’ 11 flavors, from classic Original to a better-for-you Lightly Salted Olive Oil & Herbs or a spicy Jalapeno.

A chip buffet is a simple, delicious and perfect way to indulge during the holidays and into the New Year. Here are some ideas to help get started:

* Do it up with dip. Dips and spreads are a great way to dress up a potato chip and when you’re entertaining a crowd, the more the merrier! Serve the holiday classics like French onion, spinach and artichoke and baked brie, all of which are simple to prepare and can even be prepped a day ahead of time. To really impress your guests, mix in a few out-of-theordinary recipes such as a Jalapeño Pimento Cheese dip. Pair with classic Lay’s Kettle Cooked Original Chips, or 40% Less Fat Jalapeño Cheddar to get a kick out of this spicy dip! Ee

* Vary the chip choices. It’s hard to beat the classic potato chip at any snacking occasion. Make your snacks special by adding crispy kettle cooked chips to the mix. Lay’s Kettle Cooked Chips are cooked in small batches to create extra crunch. They are delicious to enjoy on their own but also stand

* Play with presentation. Bowls are a tried-and-true way to serve chips, but the holidays are a great opportunity to innovate your setup. A quick search can yield plenty of inspiring ideas like glass jars for guests to see all the delicious flavors, mini apple baskets with metal scoops for a rustic look or individual take-out boxes for your guests to quickly grab.

Jalapeño Pimento Cheese Ingredients:

1 bag Lay’s Kettle Cooked Chips 8 ounces jalapeño cheddar cheese, grated 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 4 ounce jar of pimentos, drained and chopped 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 cup pickled jalapeños, drained and chopped 1/8 teaspoon cayenne powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Directions:

Using a food processor or grater, shred cheddar cheese.

Add chopped pimentos, chopped jalapeños, cayenne powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, mayo and 1/4 cup thick Greek yogurt. Mix until combined. Depending on texture you want, add more Greek yogurt.

Stir in lemon juice.

Serve with Lay’s Kettle Cooked Original or 40% Less Fat Jalapeño Cheddar Chips.

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Say Goodbye to Winter Blues with Vitamin D-rich Foods (BPT) - Winter got you down? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is estimated to affect 10 million Americans, according to Psychology Today. Another 10 percent to 20 percent may have mild SAD. Even if you don’t have diagnosed SAD, it’s not uncommon to have bouts of the winter blues. There are many reasons people experience a “winter funk:” cold weather, little sunlight, shorter days, limited outdoor activity, etc.

Additionally, between the months of November and March, the lack of vitamin D absorption from the sun can be taxing on your immune system and may also be contributing to your winter blues.

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upside-down. Maintaining vitamin D levels during the cold winter months may help keep you healthy during cold and flu season while also boosting your mood.

What’s more, vitamin D may help you maintain a healthy weight. It’s no secret that many people experience weight gain due to the flood of comfort foods available during cooler months. This, paired with lower physical activity, causes many people to put on a few winter pounds.

According to a study quoted in Men’s Health, a University of Minnesota doctor found that people with adequate vitamin D levels lost more weight than those with low levels, even though all study participants reduced their calorie intake equally.

To get all the benefits of vitamin D, start by adjusting your diet. Vitamin D occurs naturally in eggs and oily fish like salmon, tuna and mackerel, but it’s important to look for foods that contain even higher levels of vitamin D to naturally boost your intake, especially in the winter.

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“Food is quite literally one of the best medicines out there when it comes to improving your mental and physical health,” says registered dietitian nutritionist, Dawn Jackson Blatner. “One of my favorite tips for boosting Vitamin D intake is to simply swap out ordinary eggs for Eggland’s Best eggs, since you’ll automatically get six times more vitamin D — it doesn’t get any easier than that!”

In addition to added vitamin D, Eggland’s Best eggs provide superior nutritional benefits such as 10 times more vitamin E, double the omega-3s, more than double the vitamin B12 and 25 percent less saturated fat than ordinary eggs.

A healthy diet that uses mood-boosting ingredients doesn’t have to be boring. Get creative in the kitchen and try new recipes featuring vitamin D-rich ingredients like this BLT Salmon Caesar Salad from Eggland’s Best and TheAlmondEater.com. Ee

BLT Salmon Caesar Salad Makes two servings

Ingredients: 1 salmon filet, baked and seasoned to your liking; 2 slices bacon; 1 Eggland’s Best egg (large); 5 cups lettuce; 1/2 cup tomatoes; 1 avocado, sliced; 1 cup croutons; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing Directions: Heat bacon in a skillet and cook completely; set aside and then cut or break into bite-size pieces once cooled.

Soft boil the egg over the stovetop.

While egg is cooking, place lettuce in a large bowl and add tomatoes, avocado, croutons and cheese to the bowl; stir to combine.

Next, add the baked salmon to the salad, along with the bacon; add the Caesar dressing and stir to combine.

Last, add the soft-boiled egg and enjoy!

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Emergency Preparedness 101: Know How to Protect your Family against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

(BPT) - Few areas of the country are immune to natural disasters or severe weather. Whether you live in a hurricane zone or face icy winters, it is important to prepare your home and family to weather the storm and know the potential health and safety risks that may arise in emergency situations.

Beyond inconvenience, widespread and long-term power outages resulting from storms raise a much more serious concern: carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. While the poisonous gas can come from any fossil fuel-burning appliance or vehicle, the risk posed by generators is of particular concern because of this year’s devastating storm season.

“Simple preparation, along with an understanding of the risks of CO, are key factors for protecting your home and loved ones both during storm season and throughout the year,” said Tarsila Wey, director of marketing for First Alert. “The risk of CO can occur anytime - not just during emergencies - which is why installing and regularly testing CO alarms are an integral part of any home safety plan.”

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What is CO? Often dubbed “the silent killer,” the gas is colorless and odorless, making it impossible to detect without a CO alarm. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, CO poisoning is the No. 1 cause of accidental poisoning in the United States and is responsible for an average of 450 deaths each year.

CO poisoning is notoriously difficult to diagnose - often until it’s too late. Symptoms mimic those of many other illnesses, and include nausea, headaches, dizziness, weakness, chest pain and vomiting. In more severe poisoning cases, people may experience disorientation or unconsciousness, or suffer long-term neurological disabilities, cardio-respiratory failure or death.

Sources of CO may include, but are not limited to, generators, heaters, fireplaces, furnaces, appliances or cooking sources using coal, wood, petroleum products or other fuels emitting CO as a by-product of combustion. Attached Senior Life Magazine | January 2018

garages with doors, ductwork or ventilation shafts connected to a living space also are sources of CO.

What should you do?

The National Fire Protection Association recommends installing CO alarms on every level of the home, including the basement, and within 15 feet of all sleeping rooms. These alarms are the first line of defense against CO poisoning. Checking alarms regularly and following manufacturer instructions for alarms and all home equipment play an equally vital role.

In case of power outage, never use a generator indoors. Portable electricity generators must be used outside only and should never be used in a garage or in any confined area that can allow CO to collect. When running a generator, be

sure to remain 15 to 20 feet away from the outside perimeter of the home and be careful to follow operating instructions closely.

Additional areas to consider include the kitchen stove, a frequent source of CO poisoning in the home. Ensure the kitchen vent or exhaust fan is running to limit exposure. For any fuel-burning appliances in the home, make sure to have a professional inspect them regularly to detect any CO leaks. This includes items such as the furnace, oven, fireplace, dryer and water heater.

If you have an attached garage, it is extremely important to never leave your car running inside. Even if the garage door is open, CO emissions can leak inside the home. continued on page 26

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CO alarms should be battery-powered or hardwired with battery backup.

To help ensure your family is protected, First Alert offers a variety of alarms to meet all needs, including a table-top alarm with a 10-year sealed battery and digital display to see detected CO levels in parts per million. Additional alarm options include plug-in and wall-mount alarms, hardwired alarms with battery backup, and a combination smoke and CO alarm for 2-in-1 protection.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

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Often dubbed “the silent killer,” the gas is colorless and odorless, making it impossible to detect without a CO alarm.

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Pet Tips Care and Control of Pet Diabetes: Spike the

Dog’s Point of View (with Help from His Friend Sugar the Cat) (BPT) - Hi, I’m Spike, and recently, something scary happened to me. I started to be thirsty all the time and kept begging to go outside to use the bathroom. I even had a couple of “accidents” in the house. I also felt really tired - so tired that I didn’t want to play fetch with my dad, Josh, anymore, which is my favorite thing in the whole world to do.

One day, I was talking to my friend Sugar, who has pet diabetes, and she asked me if I was having any other signs, including drinking large amounts of water, frequent bathroom breaks and/or having “accidents” in the house, always being hungry, weight loss despite good appetite and acting sluggish or depressed. I’d been experiencing a couple of these signs for a while, so she suggested that I might have pet diabetes, too. So, I asked Josh to bring me to the veterinarian. It helped that Sugar’s family told Josh all about my friend’s diabetes and encouraged him to call the veterinarian. She ran some tests and diagnosed me with pet diabetes based on my blood sugar levels.

Both Josh and I were scared at first, but my veterinarian assured us that with the right care and control, pet diabetes is a manageable condition. That is why Sugar and I are working with Merck Animal Health to provide pet owners with the tools they need to help manage their pets’ diabetes. continued on page 28 January 2018 | Senior Life Magazine

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Spike the Dog’s Point of View with friend Sugar continued from page 27

What We Learned About Pet Diabetes My dad, Josh, didn’t know anything about pet diabetes, but my veterinarian said she was happy that he brought me in to see her. She knew a lot about the condition and was able to answer all of our questions. And since Sugar’s diabetes has been well-regulated for almost a year now, she’s been a huge help too (she claims she is a purrfect patient). With help from my veterinarian and Sugar, we learned that: * Diabetes isn’t just a human condition. Diabetes affects the amount of glucose, or sugar, in your blood whether you are human, a dog or a cat. This happens when your body doesn’t make enough insulin or doesn’t use it properly. * Pet diabetes is more common than you think. Since 2006, the number of cats and dogs diagnosed with diabetes in the U.S. has grown by an average of 49 percent - and those numbers are expected to continue to rise. * Any dog can develop diabetes, but it is most frequently diagnosed in middle-aged to older dogs. Female dogs are twice as likely to be affected as male dogs, though the numbers are approximately equal in neutered populations. * For cats, diabetes is most commonly found in those that are older, but it has been diagnosed in cats of all ages and breeds. Obese or inactive cats are also at higher risk for developing diabetes.

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Diabetes is a Manageable Condition, with the Right Care and Control If you ask Sugar, she’ll tell you to work with your veterinarian and educate yourself about how to take care of a pet with diabetes. My veterinarian helped Josh develop a diabetes management plan that fit my needs. Your pet’s plan may include a prescribed diet, exercise, glucose monitoring and an insulin injection routine, depending on the animal’s individual needs.

At first, Josh was really nervous about giving me insulin injections, but the veterinarian taught him how to help me relax by petting me for a few minutes before or giving me the injection while I’m eating. Now, I sometimes don’t even know that it’s happening!

You also can download the free Pet Diabetes Tracker app on your iPhone or Android, like my family did, to help keep track of your pet’s activity, water and food intake, blood glucose and more. The best part - the app can send the information directly to your veterinarian!

Visit www.SugarandSpike.com for more information about pet diabetes and tips to help you manage your pet’s disease. Or if you suspect that your four-legged friend may have diabetes, talk directly with your veterinarian. Ee Senior Life Magazine | January 2018

5 Rules for a More Organized Home in the New Year After the hectic holidays, it’s no surprise that many people commit to getting better organized in the new year.

There are plenty of reasons why people obsess over organization and resolve to master it year after year. Household items become easier to find. Rooms all of a sudden seem bigger and more welcoming. Each walk past a tidy linen closet -- where there was once an avalanche waiting to spill forward -- comes with a small sense of accomplishment.

Whether you’re after smarter storage or looking to cut clutter, successful resolutions begin with a thoughtful approach.

Think Small While it’s fun to dream about a large-scale routine reset, smaller sustainable actions are key to lasting change. Take it one room or even one drawer at a time to keep momentum positive and to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Doing so also allows you to focus, leading to more creative solutions for taking advantage of under-utilized areas. For example, you may find using over-the door organizers a great way to free up space in home offices and craft rooms.

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Keep a Place for Everything

Everyone has items they keep around for no real reason that aren’t particularly meaningful and don’t serve a purpose.

Being able to objectively identify these items makes everything easier.

Nobody likes wasting time gathering or searching. Make storage more convenient and efficient by streamlining. Items frequently used together should be kept together, from coffee supplies to vehicle maintenance tools.

Paring down possessions doesn’t have to be painful. That cardinal shaped cookie jar that you’ve always been on the fence about? It would make an incredibly thoughtful “just because” gift for an ornithology-obsessed aunt. Often, less can literally be more: Consignment shops and eBay make it easy to turn four or five pieces of furniture you “kind of like” into one piece you absolutely love.

Make a Plan

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Create a schedule so nothing is overlooked. Knowing which project is next gives you time to prepare and purchase any storage items you might need. When scheduling, designate specific rooms and spaces for certain seasons. For example, the first warm days of spring are made for cleaning out the shed or garage.

More organizational inspiration can be found by visiting improvementscatalog.com.

Successful resolutions are essentially new habits that become part of a lifestyle. Deliberately choosing to incorporate small acts of organization on a daily basis will pay off tremendously throughout the year. (StatePoint) Ee Page 29

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