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Show r r Page 16 Ie imes-Ncf- Wednesday, December 20, 1995 (ttljrishnas Jupplemcitt ns over 45 and lead a sedentary lifestyle. You are also at increased risk if you have high blood pressure or heart disease, and if you smoke or are overweight. Snow shoveling can be a killer, literally it Each winter, hospital emergency rooms are busy with heart attack victims who overdo it shoveling snow. Many factors combine to put stress on the heart when youre clearing the driveway. Breathing cold air, exercising and exposure to freezing temperatures all make the heart pump harder. Be smart, and follow these tips for safe shoveling: Warm up. Do a few light : i stretches before you head outside so that the work doesnt come as a shock to your system. Dress warmly in layers. You want to stay warm, but it isnt good to get overheated. So, peel away layers as you warm up. Also, wear a scarf over your nose and mouth so the cold air wont irritate your soon as stops falling. Pace yourself. If you feel fatigued, listen to your body and take a break. Shovel only small scoops at the beginning. smoke or eat heavily before shoveling. All of these put additional stress on the cardio- as you warm up. vascular system. Avoid them for a time after shoveling as Freshly fallen snow is generally lighter than snow that has begun to melt. You can handle heavier loads Bend at the knees, not the waist. Bending at the waist causes stress on the breathing passages. Wear a back. Keep your back straight and use the leg muscles to do hat to retain body heat. Clear snow away as most of the work. Dont drink alcohol, well. Obviously, younger, healthier adults are less likely to suffer a heart attack. Those at highest risk are generally mam do Continued from page 15 Letter - others through her personally made gift. Her gift of self. There are many stories like this about our residents and employees as they help and lift each other through personal service. For your elderly loved ones happiness at Christmas time, let them serve. Let them give of themselves and feel that true Spirit of Christmas. Slow-Cook- er ( t the cooks is companion for dishes holiday the holiIt's football May your home be blessed by the Miracle of Christmas. Rejoice! Harmon Tire 895 North Main Nephi, Ut I RIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS, And wc always make it our policy to thank everyone for making our year such a good one. Wc hope all your dreams come true, this holiday season! Nebo-Leavi- tt Insurance season, days are upon us, and friends and families are getting together to engage in the exciting activities and events that are celebrated in the fall and winter seasons. Of course, the center of many informal gatherings and parties during the holiday season is the kitchen. As the holidays near, many cooks pull out the one kitchen companion that comes to the rescue year after year the Group Nephi Ut slow-cooke- r. A slow-cook- er eases the burden of being tied to the stove while guests are enjoying the party. Contemporary Fare Cooked. With Ease g Home economists say slow-cookin- doesn't mean dull, monotonous fare. What it does mean is hot contemporary en- - Continued on page 17 .REJOICE! . May you and your loved ones revel in die beauty of the holiday season. f 4 :t Heres hoping that youre holiday wings warmth, shelter, loads of contentment, and many good things. Thank you for your valued support. Era Cascade 190 South Main, Nephi, Ut Id in Service.1 George And Judy Ann Phillips Nephi Ut Wishing You A World of Peace & Joy! Nephi Girl Scouts Nephi Ut |
