Monthly News & Updates

April 2023

In This Issue...

  • National Foot Health Awareness Month
  • Word Search / Sudoku
  • Foot Funnies
  • Trivia
  • Inspiration
  • What's in Season
  • Recipe

WHY NATIONAL FOOT HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH IS IMPORTANT



Every step matters


  • On National Foot Health Awareness Day, we get a chance to pay our feet the attention they deserve. It is estimated an average American takes nearly 5,000—7,000 steps each day. That’s equal to 2.5 miles/day.


It encourages proper care


  • Nobody likes regular visits to the doctor’s office. Thankfully, building a practical self-care system for feet can help us in avoiding it. We hardly think of indulging in vanity when it comes to our feet. But a fresh manicure, trimmed nails, and a clean, scrape-free sole go a long way.


We love our feet


  • Your feet are pretty awesome. Split into three sections, the forefoot, midfoot, and hindfoot work in precise unison to take you from one place to the other. We mark the month of April by expressing our gratitude to every ligament, bone, and muscle of our feet, and pledge to treat them with utmost care.




Be Proactive


Examine your feet


  • Unfortunately, many glaring issues go unnoticed because our feet aren’t exactly scrutinized at all hours of the day. Before a molehill turns into a mountain, give your feet a proper inspection every once in a while. A pro tip: minor cuts or wounds on your feet can be cleaned with rubbing alcohol or astringent.


Go shoe shopping


  • Mark National Foot Health Awareness Month by treating yourself to a brand new pair of shoes that fit well and feel comfortable. Remember, you are usually either in your bed or in your shoes — it pays to invest in both.


Establish a healthy routine


  • Getting your daily steps or scheduling regular workouts are some of the best ways to keep the blood circulating all the way to your feet. With the modern-day, car-desk-couch culture, it is essential to let the southern parts of your anatomy feel noticed and cherished with fresh pumping blood every day.





5 EASY WAYS TO TAKE PROPER CARE OF YOUR FEET


Always pat them dry


  • Pat dry any residual dampness on your feet with a towel.


Wear the right shoes


  • Avoid wearing ill-fitting shoes that are either too tight or too loose.


Check for stiffness


  • Be aware of arthritis-related stiffness or any other sudden changes in your feet.


Support the arch


  • Wear comfortable shoes that support the natural arch of your foot.


Exam o’clock


  • Check your feet regularly and get an annual checkup from a podiatric doctor.




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Word Search / Sudoku 

  

While some brain games claim to enhance memory, science has yet to offer definitive proof that they actually work. Despite the lack of scientific evidence, a survey conducted by AARP found that nearly two out of three people 50 and older believe that playing online brain games can help maintain or improve brain health. If for no other reason but fun, enjoy!


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Trivia

  1. When measured from its underwater base, what is the tallest mountain?
  2. Christopher Cockerell is best known for invented what?
  3. What is it called when a bottle of champagne is open with a sword?

Answers:

  1. Mauna Kea
  2. The Hovercraft
  3. Sabering
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What's in Season?

Recipe - Eggs Florentine

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