Susan Reynhout The typical American diet contains a large proportion of unhealthy fats, too few fruits and vegetables, too much sugar and sodium and too little fiber. This contributes to the risk of heart disease, diabetes, inflammation and chronic diseases. The right foods help our bodies build and repair tissue, decrease inflammation and protect us…
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September 2017, Generals
Senior Health Conference planned
Pam Yocom The Sun Lakes Country Club will host three directors from the Area Agency on Aging. The conference is scheduled for October 19, from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A three-member panel from Area Agency on Aging will share resources available to residents concerning transportation, Medicare, state health insurance and 24-hour Senior Help Line.…
September 2017, Clubs & Classes
Yoga is great for steadiness and clarity
Noell Hyman How is your sense of balance and steadiness these days? I just read a statistic on the AARP blog that 80% of people who practice yoga report having good balance. Of people who don’t practice yoga, only 64% feel their balance is good. People who practice yoga also report a greater sense of…
September 2017, Generals
Meet the experts: Healthy lifestyle forum October 12
The Healthy Lifestyle Forum will feature a panel of five experts who will offer free “get acquainted” consultations for all attendees. Save the Date! The Forum is free and will be held on Thursday, October 12, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Navajo Room of the Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun…
September 2017, Generals
Alzhemer’s prevention presentation at SLUMC
Dr. Marnie Whitley, ND, LPC, a Board Certified Naturopathic Physician from Neurology Associates of the East Valley, will hold a presentation on the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease on Thursday, September 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 9248 E. Riggs Road (west of Robson Library) in Lindsay Hall. Dr. Whitley earned her ND degree…
September 2017, Clubs & Classes
Energy Yoga classes September schedule
Paullene Caraher Experience the benefits of Energy Yoga with Paullene at the SunBird Golf Resort, Navajo Room, third floor, at the following times: Morning classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:45-8:45 a.m. and on Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Afternoon classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 p.m. Energy Yoga includes tapping…
September 2017, Generals
Medicare, Medicaid and related health benefit info
Neil Tamber Personalized one-on-one objective assistance to seniors, the disabled and caregivers provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: Basic information about Original Medicare, Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO’s, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care…
September 2017, Clubs & Classes
Ignite your passion for a Modern Health and Wellness Center
Sue Schwartz To see what investing in health and wellness means, look into the faces of your neighbors as they stand on their own for the first time in years, or dance with a granddaughter at her wedding, or cross the finish line at a local walking event. These life moments are priceless. They provide…
September 2017, Clubs & Classes
Healing with Essential Oils
Paullene Caraher The next oil sharing will be September 13, 2017. That is the second Wednesday. September begins the harvest season when we gather the fruits of our labor. We worked long and hard hours over the summer months, and now we can enjoy and relax. We will be making an oil blend to enhance…
September 2017, Clubs & Classes
Wet and Wild Water aerobics
Marti Scott We have had a good summer working out in the warm water. Now we are looking forward to fall and friends returning. Why water aerobics? It is great exercise for young and old. Men, take notice; it is good for you also. Most of us can do more in the water than on…