May is National Arthritis Awareness, Better Hearing and Speech, Food Allergy Action, Healthy Vision, Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention, Mental Health, Asthma and Allergy Awareness, Osteoporosis, Physical Fitness and Sports, and Stroke Awareness Month.
12 BEST FOODS FOR PEOPLE WITH ARTHRITIS
Some foods can help ease arthritic pain and relieve tension in the joints. Although no diet offers a cure for arthritis, you can help decrease your arthritic symptoms by supplementing your meals with foods such as these:
Fish. Fish contain omega-3 fatty acids, which help decrease inflammation throughout the body. Fish that have the highest omega-3 content are salmon, tuna, mackerel, and herring. Soy. Soy also contains omega-3 fatty acids to help decrease inflammation. Soy is available in soybeans, tofu, and edamame.
Oils. Extra-virgin olive oil is full of heart-healthy fats, which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Cherries. Cherries contain anti-inflammatory factors and help reduce gout attacks.
Low-Fat Dairy Products. These products contain vitamins A and D, which work to increase bone strength and improve the immune system.
Broccoli. Broccoli contains vitamins K and C, calcium, and sulforaphane, which helps reduce the progression of osteoarthritis symptoms and improves bone health.
Green Tea. Green tea contains anti-inflammatory properties, reduces cartilage destruction, and reduces joint damage. Beans. Different types of beans help keep the heart and immune system strong.
Garlic. Garlic contains a compound that reduces cartilagedamaging enzymes found in human cells.
Nuts. Walnuts, pistachios, pine nuts, and almonds contain essential vitamins and minerals to help ease your arthritis symptoms.
Whole Grains. Whole grains reduce inflammation associated with heart disease, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Citrus Fruits. Citrus fruits contain vitamin D, which helps prevent inflammatory arthritis and maintain healthy joints.
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day is a new day to start over and try again!”
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All Aquatic Balance classes will be run by the Fitness Director, Kim Engen. The Low-Impact Water Aerobics classes will be run by Marky Forrest. Aqua Yoga will be taught by Sandi Tindal. All classes will be 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the class.
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Gym/Pool Open All Day! Gym/Pool Open All Day! 8:45 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 10:00 AM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) 8:45 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 11:30 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 6:30 PM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) 8:45 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 10:00 AM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) Gym/Pool Open All Day! Gym/Pool Open All Day! Gym/Pool Open All Day! Gym/Pool Open All Day! Gym/Pool Open All Day! Gym/Pool Open All Day! 9:30 AM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) 6:30 PM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) Kim out of town 8:45 AM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) 10:00 AM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) Kim out of town Happy Memorial Day! 8:45 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 10:00 AM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) 8:45 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 11:30 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 6:30 PM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P) 8:45 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 11:30 AM Aquatic Balance Class (P) 6:30 PM Low-Impact Water Aerobics (P)
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INGREDIENT OF THE MONTH
Mangoes are an essential fruit for your body to feel good and function well. Mangoes benefit the body by aiding in digestion, maintaining healthy skin and hair, improving heart function, supporting eye health, defending the body against free radicals, and providing the body with antioxidants.
Fitness Class Descriptions:
Low-Impact Water Aerobics with Marky Forrest
(T/TH at 10:00 AM and M/W at 6:30 PM)
This class is for men and women at an intermediate to advanced fitness level. Individuals will be taught how to strengthen and tone muscles, improve cardio-respiratory fitness, develop flexibility, and increase range of motion.
Aquatic Balance Class with Kim Engen (M/W at 8:45 AM and 11:30 AM, T/TH at 8:45 AM, and F at 8:15 AM)
This class is for men and women at an intermediate fitness level. You will work on strengthening your legs and core muscles in the pool to improve your balance. Working on your balance and strength will allow you to walk better and help prevent falls.
Aqua Yoga Class with Sandi Tindal (F at 9:15 AM and 10:30 AM)
This class gives you the opportunity to cultivate healthy movement patterns, develop improved balance, and gain greater mobility throughout your whole body. You will discover the delight of moving in partnership with your breath and enjoy connecting with a variety of yoga postures in innovative, creative, and energizing ways. Come learn how to breathe fully and deeply with a powerful diaphragm, a stronger core, and a focused mind, all while reducing your stress levels.
If there is severe weather, we will not have pool classes. The gym will be open but the pool will be closed.
Refer a Friend Program: When you refer a friend, family member, or neighbor to join the Premier Club, you will get one month free of the Premier Club!
If you would like information about assisted living or memory care at Prestonwood Court, please contact Julie Carpenter or Jane Cueto at 972-306-2200!
They are happy to give you a tour and provide any information that you need!
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