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Winter is one of the hardest times to get
moving, but don’t let the cold slow you down.
There are plenty of activities you can do during the
winter time that are fun and good
for a cardio work out. Spend a
day with friends or family at a ski
resort. We have Brandywine Ski
Resort just outside of Akron, or
make a whole weekend out of it
and head to: The Ski House, Alfa
Ski, or Snow Trails Winter Resort.
You can go tubing, skiing, snow-
boarding, or cross-country skiing. There's fun to
be had for all!! Also visit this site to see how many
calories you burned that day, www.fitday.com/
webfit/burned/calories_burned.html
Feeling Sick !! What to do ?
Here’s some tried-and-true home remedies that can
help you feel better when you find yourself “under
the weather” with a cold or flu.
First– Do you have a cold or the flu?
Chances are, if you had a flu shot, you don’t have
influenza. The symptoms are confusing, but here’s
a simple test: People with the flu get sick more
suddenly, look much sicker,
and feel sick all over. High
fevers, body aches, extreme
fatigue and dry cough are also
more likely to be the flu,
according to experts at
eMedicineHealth. The
common cold generally
consists of a runny or stuffy
nose, a slight fever and
coughing.
Chicken soup: Researchers found that chicken
soup was most effective in reducing upper res-
piratory infections, and low-sodium soup carries
great nutritional value and helps keep you hy-
drated.
Garlic and Echinacea: Adding a Garlic supplement to your diet might not only reduce the severity of cold and flu symptoms, it may also keep you from getting sick. Garlic contains the compound allicin, which blocks the enzymes that contribute to the development of a variety of bacterial and viral infections. Echinacea can reduce the duration of cold and flu symptoms. Active ingredients include flavonoids, chemicals that have many therapeutic effects on the body, including the ability to boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.
Salt water and Epsom salt: Dissolve a teaspoon of salt in a full glass of water and then swish it around your mouth and throat before spitting it out. Gargling with salt water reduces and loosens mucus, which can then expel bacteria and allergens from the body. Adding 2 cups of Epsom salt and 1 cup of baking soda to a warm bath can help reduce body aches, especially with the addition of a few drops of essential oils. Recommended oils include lavender, tea tree, juniper, rosemary, thyme, orange, and eucalyptus.
DID YOU KNOW THIS, ABOUT THE COUNTY’S HEALTH PLAN?
3-D Mammograms are (or soon will be) covered by our health plan. Participants on the AultCare plan have access to this newer technology right now – and for Mutual Health participants, the benefit will go into effect on January 1, 2017. Officially known as “tomosynthesis”, the procedure is nearly identical to a routine mammogram – except that in mammography the machine is stationary, while in tomosynthesis it moves around the body. Also known as 3-D mammography, the test takes many X-rays at different angles to create a three-dimensional image, which provides a clearer picture and can assist in early detection of any abnormalities. If your doctor recommends this new screening method, no additional approval is required. The claim (from in-network providers) will be covered in full under our plan’s preventive/routine benefit.
Health Watch
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Types of Teas and Their Health Benefits
Teas are chock full of flavonoids and other healthy goodies.
So enjoy a nice hot cup of tea this winter!
Here's what some studies have found about the potential health benefits
of tea:
Green tea: Made with steamed tea leaves, it has a high concentration of EGCG and has been
widely studied. Green tea’s antioxidants may interfere with the growth of bladder, breast, lung,
stomach, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers; prevent clogging of the arteries; burn fat; counteract
oxidative stress on the brain; reduce risk of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
diseases; reduce risk of stroke; and improve cholesterol levels.
Black tea: Made with fermented tea leaves, black tea has the highest caffeine
content and forms the basis for flavored teas like chai, along with some instant teas. Studies
have shown that black tea may protect lungs from damage caused by exposure to cigarette
smoke. It also may reduce the risk of stroke.
White tea: Uncured and unfermented. One study showed that white tea has the most potent
anti-cancer properties compared to more processed teas.
Oolong tea: In an animal study, those given antioxidants from oolong tea were found to have
lower bad cholesterol levels. One variety of oolong, Wuyi, is heavily marketed as a
weight loss supplement, but science
hasn’t backed the claims.
Pu-erh tea: Made from fermented
and aged leaves. Considered a black
tea, its leaves are pressed into cakes.
One animal study showed that animals given pu-erh
had less weight gain and reduced LDL cholesterol.
FUN FACT...
Eating eggs can improve your
reflexes; they contain an ami-
no acid that helps us make
quick, knee-jerk reactions.
For chest congestion: Drink plenty of fluids (8 to 10 cups a day) such
as water, sport drinks, herbal teas, fruit drinks, or ginger ale. Fluids help
break up congestion, prevent dehydration and keep your throat moist.
Inhaled steam can ease congestion too. Create steam with a humidifier, or steam
up the bathroom by running a hot shower.
Cough and sore throat: Honey in tea with lemon can ease sore throat pain, and is an effective
cough suppressant. A recent study revealed that 10 grams of honey given at bedtime reduced the
severity of cough symptoms in children. The children in the study reportedly slept more soundly,
which also helps reduce cold symptoms.
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Myths Debunked Myth: Cold air can make you sick.
FALSE– Lower temperatures alone will not make you sick. In fact, the
exact opposite is true. “Cells that fight infection in your body actually increase if
you go out into the cold,” says Rachel C. Vreeman, MD, co-author of Don't
Swallow Your Gum! Myths, Half-Truths, and Outright Lies About Your Body and
Health. According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, a
cold virus grow best at about 91 degrees.
Varieties include ginger, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, hibiscus, jasmine, rosehip, mint, rooibos (red
tea), chamomile, and echinacea.
Chamomile tea: Its antioxidants may help prevent complications from diabetes, like loss of
vision and nerve and kidney damage, and stunt the growth of cancer cells.
Hibiscus: A small study found that drinking three cups of hibiscus tea daily lowered blood
pressure in people with modestly elevated levels.
Herbal Teas
Made from herbs, fruits, seeds, or roots steeped in hot water, herbal teas
have lower concentrations of antioxidants than green, white, black, and oolong teas. Their
chemical compositions vary widely depending on the plant used.
Citations; Bjarnadottir, MS, A. (2015, June 17).http://www.wellnessproposals.com/pdfs/wellness_newsletters/weekly_wellness_newsletters/
cold_or_flu_what_to_do.pdf ,
Open Enrollment 2016 – Summary of Changes – Effective January 1, 2017
Changed plans (TPAs): 16
Elected to enroll in health plan: 8
Terminated health plan to elect cash-out: 4
Changed to pre-tax treatment of contributions: 20 Added dependent(s): 12
Terminated dependent(s): 8
Added optional life: 3
Cancelled optional life: 1
Increased amount of optional life: 7
Decreased amount of optional life: 0
THE BOARD OF STARK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
JANET CREIGHTON
RICHARD REGULA
DAVID BRIDENSTINE
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