Health Tips

SUMMER SAFETY SUGGESTIONS:

  • Hydrate more often to maintain your general health.
  • Eat in season fruits and vegetables for proper vitamin replacement and to maintain energy.
  • Avoid the hottest time of the day to exercise or work in the yard.
  • Use sunblock to protect your skin.
  • Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
  • Wash your hands often to avoid spreading germs.
  • Refrigerate food promptly to avoid bacteria growth.

FALL FITNESS FACTS:

  • Dress in layers to accommodate the changing temps.
  • Wear shoes with good tread to avoid slipping on wet leaves.
  • Drink plenty of water to help your system keep you cool on the warm days and warm on the cool days.
  • Enjoy the colors of the leaves, especially the yellow. It is a healing color.
  • Replenish your medicine cabinet with fresh cold and flu meds before you get sick.
  • Get your flu shot as soon as possible if you are getting one.
  • Maintain an active lifestyle – maybe take a walk in the mall if the weather is too cold.
  • Plan ahead for more indoor activities – reading, knitting, painting, and ceramics. What is your hobby?
  • Prepare your car and home for the winter now. Do you know where your snow brush is?