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Welcome to our September Newsletter.
In This Issue:
Homegating - The Newest Trend for Sports Fans • Healthy Joints, Happy Joints • Surviving Power Failures • Sensory Materials - More Than Playdough
Read on and don't forget to share with your friends and family.
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While tailgating has been an American tradition since the 60’s, in recent years sports fans have started to turn to “homegating” to avoid the costs associated with tailgating. In addition, some people want to have a more inclusive, family-oriented gathering, and others just want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the big game in the comfort of their own home. Here are some ideas to make homegating a beloved new tradition in your home.
The Munchies. One of the biggest components of a good homegating party is the food, namely, munchies. A wide selection of snacks is a must. Choose foods that can be served buffet-style and either don’t need to be heated up, or can be easily kept warm in a slow cooker. Some common homegating foods are chili, nachos, chips and dips, chicken wings, subs, pizza, and various kinds of meat. And don’t forget drinks and plenty of ice!
The Space. While it is certainly possible to host a viewing party for friends and family without decorating, where’s the fun in that? Take your homegating to the next level by decorating your viewing room. Show your team spirit by decorating with your team’s logo and colors to set the mood for the big day. And don’t forget seating! If you think you might run short, buy or borrow some bean bags or big floor pillows to toss on the floor.
The Screen. No matter how good your food or how well-decorated your house, it will mean nothing if you don’t have a quality big-screen TV and a good sound system on which to enjoy the game. Don’t worry if you don’t have surround sound wired into your room. There are plenty of portable wireless Bluetooth speakers available that will provide the big sound needed so that guests can still keep an ear on the game as they replenish drinks and munchies in the kitchen.
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As we age, tendons and ligaments become stiff, joint cartilage wears down, and the years of use and abuse we put our bodies through come back to haunt us in the form of soreness, stiffness, and pain. Fortunately, there are many natural ways to keep our joints healthy and happy, help prevent the onset of arthritis and other joint problems, and reduce symptoms that you may already be experiencing.
Stay Active. Moderate physical activity decreases joint pain and stiffness by increasing the circulation of synovial fluid and strengthening muscles and bones, which in turn provide protection to the joints. Try to do some form of physical activity every day, and keep these considerations in mind.
- Warm-up and stretch before exercising to keep the body limber and decrease the chance of injury.
- Practice good posture to decrease strain on the joints and keep bones aligned.
- Maintain a healthy weight to reduce pressure on the joints.
- Allow your body time to heal itself by getting enough sleep, and drink plenty of water to help lubricate your joints.
Examine Your Diet. Most people don’t realize that certain foods can lead to systemic inflammation. The most common culprits are processed foods that contain alcohol, artificial additives, or high amounts of added sugar. If these foods are a regular part of your diet, they should be replaced with fresh, whole foods known to have anti-inflammatory properties, which include leafy green vegetables, cherries, blueberries, salmon, ginger, turmeric, and alliums like garlic, onions, and leeks.
Consider Supplements. Swelling and pain caused by arthritis and other joint issues can be treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), but these drugs have many negative side effects and are very hard on the gastrointestinal tract. Before you go this route, consider trying these natural supplements that are much easier on the body:
- Vitamins C & D
- Glucosamine and chondroitin
- Willow bark
- Bromelain
- Boswellia serrata
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Power outages can be caused by a variety of factors, and there’s no way to predict when they will happen. The best that you can do is to be prepared so that the loss of power will be an inconvenience instead of a catastrophe for your family.
Load up on flashlights. It’s always wise to have a multitude of flashlights on hand, in several different locations throughout the house. You should have at least one or two really powerful flashlights, along with several smaller LED ones. Be sure to have plenty of fresh batteries on hand as well.
Keep a radio handy. When the power goes out, along with it goes TV, internet, and most other news sources. To keep in touch with the outside world, have a battery-operated, hand crank, or solar-powered radio in your home, and test it at least once a year to make sure it is still operational.
Use caution when cooking and operating generators. Avoid deadly carbon monoxide fumes by only operating charcoal grills, camping stoves, and generators outdoors in a well-ventilated area, not in the garage or even on a covered porch. NEVER run propane- or gasoline-powered equipment in your home, or use any type of grill, stove (other than a wood stove), or oven to heat your home.
Avoid opening refrigerator/freezer doors. Keep refrigerated and frozen food cold for as long as possible by opening the doors only when necessary. Fill empty space in your freezer with containers of water, remembering to allow room for expansion when the water freezes, to help keep the temperature lower for longer in the event of an outage.
Fill up the car. Always keep your gas tank at least half full, and if you know a storm is on its way, fill it all the way up. If you have any portable gas cans, it would be wise to fill those up too and store them in a safe place.
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Sensory play is essential to the development of all children, not just those who have issues with sensory integration. This is because it helps develop their fine and gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and even their language as they explore, examine, create, and learn to use their senses to make sense of the world around them. Move beyond playdough and try incorporating some of these other great sensory materials into your children’s play.
Squishy Bags. Squishy bags are easy, inexpensive, and mess-free, and are perfect to practice writing letters, words, names, and shapes. The “squishy” component can come from a variety of materials, such as glue, hair gel, or shaving cream. Primary color squishy bags are a variation that allows kids to explore the new colors that are created when certain colors are mixed together. And all it takes is a little paint in the primary colors (red, white, and blue), a Ziploc bag, and sticky tape to strengthen the seal and prevent messes.
Kinetic Sand. What kid doesn’t love playing in the sand? Sand is an excellent tactile material, but it can be a pain to clean up if you plan on using it indoors. A good compromise is to use kinetic sand, which can be sifted through the fingers like normal sand, but also holds its shape well without needing water.
Pasta.
Dry pasta: Fill a tub with dry macaroni noodles or other small pasta, then add bottles, cups, and scoops in varying sizes. Kids will have a ball filling and refilling the containers and experimenting with the sounds the noodles make.
Cooked pasta: Fill a big bowl or bucket with cooked (and cooled) spaghetti. You can add color for a more festive look, or keep it simple with plain spaghetti noodles. The shape and slimy texture of the noodles make them perfect for squeezing through little fingers.
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