Kristi's January/February 2023 Health and Fitness
Page 
Social
Update 
2022 Christmas Breakfast
We had the opportunity to enjoy the Florida
Keys- Here are some photos.
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Flashback Christmas Photos
Left- Sarah and Ellen enjoying the party Right- Folks enjoying the party a few years ago
Left- we had the blessing of a Clydesdale wagon ride up North Right- The Haertl's wish you a very Happy New Year!!
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Health
and Fitness Information
* Amidst the recent local sad event of carbon monoxide poisoning, remember to make sure that your carbon monoxide detector is in working order-- it is especially important in the winter months as houses are closed and furnaces are running. Minnesota has a law that all homes must be equipped with a detector.
*A recent study in Metabolism-Clinical and Experimental found that sleep deprivation has a number of adverse effects on the body (and I would say mind)... practice good sleep hygiene, in addition to falling asleep, one way to improve sleep quality is to increase your wakefulness in the morning, use of lights, music, etc. in the morning can help this (I'd say group fitness / aerobics class helps us awake too! ) :0)
*The Jan/Feb 2017 Experience Life magazine spoke of three healthy hobbies, reading, art, and listening to music. The reading correlated with lower risk of dying prematurely and higher cognition... as a professor this is great to hear for me (smile), however I would like to see the actual study in the Social Science and Medicine journal as it didn't discuss online vs. book reading.
*A past Experience Life magazine has some good suggestions for keeping clean air in your home including: changing your filter on a timely basis, b) reducing artificial scents such as synthetic air fresheners, reduce chemical exposures in your home, and provide fresh air once in awhile.
As we head to the New Year and folks begin a new decade, let us be mindful of the importance of intentional and healthful living,
The Hope Heart Institute in Chicago identifies 10 principles of healthy living:
1- Breathe deeply
2- Drink adequate amounts of water
3- Sleep peacefully
4- Eat nutritionally
5- Enjoy activity (and I'd add enjoy others and those special people in your life!)
6- Give and receive love
7- Be forgiving
8- Practice gratitude
9- Develop acceptance
10-Nurture your spiritual side
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May 2023 be a beacon of light for each of you! (photo taken last year in Kauai)
Blessings!
Kristi
Flashback Christmas Photos
Left- Sarah and Ellen enjoying the party Right- Folks enjoying the party a few years ago
Left- we had the blessing of a Clydesdale wagon ride up North Right- The Haertl's wish you a very Happy New Year!!
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Health
and Fitness Information * According to the American Council on Exercise
active seniors are healthier and enjoy life
more. In addition, exercise has been shown to
decrease age related declines in a number of areas.
... As we know, exercise is great for persons of all
ages! Be sure to check with your health
professional to assure you are in good health and to
determine your fitness needs.
*The Life and Health Network discusses the harms of sitting all day at work. Suggestions to combat the sedentary work life are walking while talking on the phone, including some movement every 30 minutes, moving on our lunch break and other breaks, and considering a standing desk.
*According to Experience Life magazine, you shouldn't microwave plastic containers as they may leak harmful chemicals into your food. Most plastics are not designed to be microwaved. instead it is recommended you pull the food out of the plastic container and put it into a microwave safe container.
* Scientists from the University of Missouri Columbia have found that your daily activity and engagement in activities outside of exercise is just as important as those spent in exercise. Persons who are physically inactive for hours at a time suffer from lower fat and cholesterol metabolism. Persons can reverse this trend by moving around and taking stretch breaks during the day.
*The Life and Health Network discusses the harms of sitting all day at work. Suggestions to combat the sedentary work life are walking while talking on the phone, including some movement every 30 minutes, moving on our lunch break and other breaks, and considering a standing desk.
*According to Experience Life magazine, you shouldn't microwave plastic containers as they may leak harmful chemicals into your food. Most plastics are not designed to be microwaved. instead it is recommended you pull the food out of the plastic container and put it into a microwave safe container.
* Scientists from the University of Missouri Columbia have found that your daily activity and engagement in activities outside of exercise is just as important as those spent in exercise. Persons who are physically inactive for hours at a time suffer from lower fat and cholesterol metabolism. Persons can reverse this trend by moving around and taking stretch breaks during the day.
* An
interesting study featured in a former Experience magazine
discussed Barbara Frederickson, Ph.D. (University of
North Carolina), psychologist's study which has
found that the "good life" ratio requires three
positive emotions for every negative one but that
most American's test out at t 2:1 ratio. The
test is available at www.positivityratio.com.
* Amidst the recent local sad event of carbon monoxide poisoning, remember to make sure that your carbon monoxide detector is in working order-- it is especially important in the winter months as houses are closed and furnaces are running. Minnesota has a law that all homes must be equipped with a detector.
*A recent study in Metabolism-Clinical and Experimental found that sleep deprivation has a number of adverse effects on the body (and I would say mind)... practice good sleep hygiene, in addition to falling asleep, one way to improve sleep quality is to increase your wakefulness in the morning, use of lights, music, etc. in the morning can help this (I'd say group fitness / aerobics class helps us awake too! ) :0)
*The Jan/Feb 2017 Experience Life magazine spoke of three healthy hobbies, reading, art, and listening to music. The reading correlated with lower risk of dying prematurely and higher cognition... as a professor this is great to hear for me (smile), however I would like to see the actual study in the Social Science and Medicine journal as it didn't discuss online vs. book reading.
*A past Experience Life magazine has some good suggestions for keeping clean air in your home including: changing your filter on a timely basis, b) reducing artificial scents such as synthetic air fresheners, reduce chemical exposures in your home, and provide fresh air once in awhile.
As we head to the New Year and folks begin a new decade, let us be mindful of the importance of intentional and healthful living,
The Hope Heart Institute in Chicago identifies 10 principles of healthy living:
1- Breathe deeply
2- Drink adequate amounts of water
3- Sleep peacefully
4- Eat nutritionally
5- Enjoy activity (and I'd add enjoy others and those special people in your life!)
6- Give and receive love
7- Be forgiving
8- Practice gratitude
9- Develop acceptance
10-Nurture your spiritual side
May 2023 be a beacon of light for each of you! (photo taken last year in Kauai)
Blessings!
Kristi