Ground Water.

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“Much of the water we use comes from the ground. Learn more about ground water, the threats to its safety, and how to protect its sources during Ground Water Awareness Week.
 
Clean water is one of the world’s most precious resources. People use water every day for many activities, such as drinking, bathing, recreation, agriculture, cooling, manufacturing, and medical uses. Although water plays an essential role in everyone’s life, many people don’t realize that much of their water comes from the ground. An estimated 139 million Americans get their tap water from a ground water source.”
 
Read more here: https://www.cdc.gov/features/groundwaterawareness/
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Power Outage Preparation

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There are a lot of people still without power and another storm approaching. Please make sure you are prepared.

  • Bottled Water
  • Batteries
  • Candles
  • Matches
  • Put gas in your cars
  • make sure your carbon monoxide detectors have new batteries
  • charge cell phones
  • get coolers ready and have plenty of ice on hand to help food not go bad
  • first aid kits stocked and handy
  • make sure there is enough food that does not need to be refrigerated or cooked

For a more comprehensive list check this out from the Red Cross:

https://www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m4340180_PowerOutage.pdf

Stay safe out there!

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SuperAgers

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According to the National Institute of Aging, “scientific evidence about the importance of remaining socially engaged as we age continues to grow. Participating in social activities, such as visiting friends, volunteering, and getting out for events and trips, has been associated with better cognitive function, while low social engagement in late life has been associated with an increased risk of dementia (Krueger, 2009; Saczynski, 2006). Other research has shown that support from a spouse/partner and friends alleviates loneliness and improves well-being in older adults. Recent findings from Dr. Emily Rogalski and colleagues at Northwestern University studying cognitive ‘SuperAgers’ add more evidence about the importance of positive social relationships (Maher, 2017).”border
 
Read more here: https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/superagers-show-possible-new-link-between-social-engagement-cognitive-health
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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Care Considerations

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“Families who care for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) face questions like these every day. DMD is a form of muscular dystrophy, a rare genetic (inherited) disease with muscle weakness that gets worse over time and ultimately affects the heart and lungs. Living with DMD provides challenges for families and caregivers: Activities of daily living (for example, getting dressed or eating on your own) can be challenging. Care for a person with DMD involves different kinds of doctors, which makes coordinating care difficult. The quality and type of care that patients with DMD receive may vary from one treatment facility to another.”

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Women and Heart Disease

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“Get Informed: Facts on Women and Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States.

➡️Although heart disease is sometimes thought of as a “man’s disease,” around the same number of women and men die each year of heart disease in the United States.
➡️Some conditions and lifestyle choices increase a person’s chance for heart disease, including diabetes, overweight and obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol use.
➡️High blood pressure, high LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, and smoking are key risk factors for heart disease. LDL is considered the “bad” cholesterol because having high levels can lead to buildup in your arteries and result in heart disease and stroke. Controlling your blood pressure and cholesterol, not smoking, and regular physical activity will reduce your chances for heart disease.”

Read more here: https://www.cdc.gov/healthequity/features/heartdisease/index.html

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You may have the flu if…

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“You may have the flu if you have some or all of these symptoms:

fever*
cough
sore throat
runny or stuffy nose
body aches
headache
chills
fatigue
sometimes diarrhea and vomiting
*It’s important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever.”

 

Read more here: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/takingcare.htm

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The End Of Root Canals?

 

Awesome advancement in dentistry!

“What if damaged teeth could heal themselves without the need of a root canal? Apparently, that’s what Harvard and the University of Nottingham are trying to figure out. They believe they can create stem cell stimulated fillings.”

Could you imagine? A world where teeth could heal themselves!? What are your thoughts? Click this link for more info.

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https://www.inquisitr.com/4759240/the-end-of-root-canals-stem-cell-fillings-trigger-teeth-to-repair-themselves-research-study-claims/

 

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Sugar and your mental health

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“Most people know that eating too much dessert and processed food can contribute to physical health problems like obesity and type 2 diabetes. Far less attention has been given to the impact of a high-sugar diet on mental health, though numerous studies have shown the deleterious effects a sweet tooth can have on mood, learning and quality of life. In addition to inflating waistlines, sugar and other sweeteners, including high fructose corn syrup, honey, molasses and maple syrup, may contribute to a number of mental health problems:”

 

Read more here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/where-science-meets-the-steps/201309/4-ways-sugar-could-be-harming-your-mental-health

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Healthier food choices.

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“The choices you make about what you eat and drink matter. They should add up to a balanced, nutritious diet. We all have different calorie needs based on our gender, age, and activity level. Health conditions can play a role too, including if you need to lose weight.”
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Read more here: https://familydoctor.org/nutrition-how-to-make-healthier-food-choices/
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Say No to Sugar

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“About 10% of the US population are true sugar addicts, according to Robert Lustig, professor of pediatrics and member of the Institute for Health Policy Studies at the University of California, San Francisco. What’s more, research suggests that sugar induces rewards and cravings that are similar in magnitude to those induced by addictive drugs.”

Read more here: http://www.cnn.com/…/hea…/sugar-detox-food-drayer/index.html

Just cutting out sugar can make a big difference in your health. Are there healthy meals that you love that that are sugar free? Share them with us here or on our Facebook page. We can’t wait to hear from you. https://www.facebook.com/AmeriBest/
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