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raven-at-the-writing-desk · 1 year ago

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Riddle, Vil: A Family Affair

Riddle’s vignettes are so… interesting?? We can see how he’s trying to take small steps to have more agency. I like to think that, very slowly, he’s coming into his own as a young man, an entity separate from his mother.

It’s nice that Riddle’s Groovy shows him in a fun pose. You’d think that someone as strict as him wouldn’t want to fly abnormally, but you can tell it's a manner that's unique to him. Riddle may be upside down like Floyd is in his own Broomquet Groovy, but you can tell that there is a marked difference between the two. Riddle’s holding bis broom in a much more secure way, which is reflective of his personality, whereas Floyd is much more precarious in his pose. It reflects their personalities well!

And now we wait for Jamil’s Birthday Platinum Jacket SSR… 👀

A Boy in Bloom, and his Flowering Future.

“What do you want to do in the coming year?”

Riddle cleared his throat and stood straight as he provided his reply. He was the model student, interviewee... and, of course, birthday boy. "I would like to expand my culinary knowledge."

Vil arched a perfectly sculpted brow. "Judging by your prompt response, I take it that you studied the interview questions and prepared suitable answers for them in advance. How like you--but what a surprise that you have a goal that isn't related to school. You're infamous for your tenacity in that regard."

"I-I am capable outside of the realm of academics too!" Riddle hastily said with a frown. “… Though I admit I may be lacking in some departments. That is precisely why I would like to dedicate time and energy to strengthening my areas of weakness.”

"Oh, please. You can't possibly be as nightmarish at cooking as..." Vil paused, shuddering, "Lilia is."

The birthday boy paled at the mention of his senior. Lilia, who left kitchens looking like a natural disaster had torn through an active warzone. Lilia, who tossed in everything under the sink and then some. Lilia, who was known across campus for all manner of food borne illnesses and poisonings.

"Surely not!!" Riddle insisted. "I know how to read and follow a recipe! The issue lies in flexibility. Trey is able to make an entire meal just from leftovers, but I wouldn't be able to do the same."

"My, if you're concerned about food waste, couldn't you simply ask Trey to teach you? I'm certain he wouldn't refuse you. That man is too nice for his own good."

"Perhaps that's true. But even so... this is a skill I'd like to learn for myself. I don't want to become overly reliant on others' strength. What I must cultivate first and foremost is my own. To that end, I plan on enrolling in more Master Chef courses during my time at NRC. There are many styles of cooking I've yet to master. For example, Trey prepares meals that are very different from that of my mother."

"How so?"

"Well..." Riddle hesitated. The way he gnawed at his lower lip reminded Vil of an anxious rabbit--a far cry from the self-assured dorm leader he knew Riddle as.

"Mother cooks with nutrition as her priority. She is very health conscious and goes out of her way to ensure that I am eating what I need. When I am studying at home, she brews tea to drink. It's rare that my entire family comes together for a meal, given that we're all busy.

"Meanwhile, Trey's food is... I can't quite put a finger on it, but it's flavorful and fun, yet balanced. The experiences are unique from my time at home. Sometimes it's something warm, hearty, and comforting like hamburger steak. Sometimes it's something hopelessly indulgent and loaded with sugar, like tarts decorated with jewel-like fruits."

"Your eyes are shining." Vil smirked. "You enjoy his cooking that much?"

"I don't understand it myself," Riddle replied, scrunching his brows. "When Trey cooks, people are lured by the smell and gather around the table, wanting to join for the meal. It happened the other day when I was to eat with him and Cater. Ace and Deuce barged in on us, and... well, I suppose it wasn't all bad. We had a delightful conversation over lunch. There's something magical about that."

"There is a different feeling to eating with others than alone," Vil agreed with a slight nod. "My father and I can hardly align our schedules, so it's rare that we can sit down and eat together. Then again, maybe it's that rarity that makes us appreciate those moments all the more."

"That's right. It's a special spell that I realized I can't reproduce. Just memorizing the recipes and recreating them... that alone isn't enough."

"Fufufu, so you want to master that kind of 'magic'. That's surprisingly cute of you."

"N-No, you're mistaken! While it's true that cooking would come in handy for entertaining guests, it'd primarily be for self-sufficiency. After all, it's not as though I can always ask Trey or my mother to cook for me." Riddle shifted from one foot to another. "Someday, I'll have to move out of my dorm as well as my house, and live independently as a fine adult."

"Yes, cooking is an essential skill for that distant future. Have you already started on making those arrangements?"

"Er, not yet. I've been looking into it, but to actually take those first physical steps is... that is, I don't know how my mother would react."

"She sounds very stern from what you've told me of her. However, every mother must let her child go eventually."

"Maybe so, but I have never known my mother to back down from her beliefs. She's... not a woman you want to challenge." Riddle's voice strained at the final word. It was the lightest way he could put it, too afraid to acknowledge the whole truth. "I've tried to get her to hear me out, but..."

"If you can't draw that line in the sand now, then when? It will only make things more difficult for you when you start live alone."

"I'm fully aware of that." He couldn't bring himself to say more.

Vil sighed, bringing a hand to his temple. "... Listen, Riddle. Think of life as a stage, and you as the actor upon it. Worried about how the audience will react to your performance, working tirelessly to hone your craft.

“When the lights dim and the cameras turn off, the staff and the audience leave the theatre. You’ll be left only with your own thoughts. The onlookers may have one impression of you—but when the curtains fall, so long as you are proud of who you are away from the public eye, that, I think, is a sign of true maturity.

“If it’s courage and confidence that you seek, then you must work toward it. Never let your eyes stray from it. Even should the world deprive you of a happy ending, you must claw for it, believing that, someday, it will be yours.”

“Vil-senpai… Is this your way of encouraging me to see my goals through to the very end?”

His upperclassman scoffed. Thin, soft—like a rose petal, almost imperceptible as it passed upon a breeze.

“Think of it what your will. I merely speak from my own experience,” Vil replied. “We are both prideful NRC students at our very cores. Standing strong on our own two feet is something we all desire. That we can one day recognize that dream… It goes for us all.”

“Recognizing a dream, hm?”

How curious. I wondered not too long ago if it was really possible. Now, here I am, taking those first, small baby steps. A world where I can think for myself, live by my own rules… It sounds like a wonderland within my reach.

Soon, but not yet.

“… One day,” Riddle whispered to himself. “One day, I’ll be the person I want to be.”

Not the person I’m told to be.

A palm came against his back—a pat from Vil. “Really, I thought the dorm leader of Heartslabyul would know better than to mumble. You’re usually so good at barking at your card soldiers. Do remember to speak up—now, and forevermore.”

“I don’t recall asking for your advice.” Riddle brushed off his touch, stepping forward with his broom at the ready. Still, he chuckled. “… But yes, I will work on gathering my courage so that I may be comfortable leaving the nest. Thank you for your concern, senpai.”

“Ara, what cheek.” Vil tossed his golden locks. “If I’m to share the stage with you, then of course your skills must be on par with mine. Don’t you dare disappoint me, understood?”

“Hmph, when have I ever been the type to fall short of meeting expectations? Observe.”

Riddle confidently mounted his broom, assuming the position he had practiced many times over. There was a diagram of this exact pose in the mountain of textbooks he had in his dorm room. Straddling the handle between the legs, arms straight and steady, one hand gripped over the other, elbows locked.

He could have been the textbook diagram himself.

When Riddle looked up, he saw the vast sky, sunlight spilling across the sea that surrounded the island. Sunset on its way to soon paint the day with darkness.

The sky… It connects many different places and people. The future is stretching out before me, chalk full of possibilities.

Then… I can try, can I? To soar, to break free. Just this once…!!

Riddle’s hold on his broom tightened.

He called forth his magic, letting it pool around him in a shower of scarlet sparkles. The power collected, coalescing as a tingling warmth dancing across his skin, until he at last unleashed it in one burst. Like a cap popped off on a bottle.

Riddle buckled off, propelling into the air in a corkscrew motion. Rose petals fell free from his bouquet, perfuming the summer sky with them.

“Whew…!”

He stopped spinning, flying forward upside down. The world shifted, shapes and colors rearranging into a new perspective. His head and vision spun, seemingly colliding all of his senses against one another.

A moment or two later, and they had rattled neatly into place.

Riddle looked again, taking it all in. Rich gold dappling the grand spires of Night Raven College, the honeyed aroma of roses, the wind from on high tickling his lashes. The delicious freedom of flying freely.

“… Hah.”

Who knew it could taste so sweet?

#twst #twisted wonderland #Riddle Rosehearts #twst imagines #twisted wonderland imagines #twst scenarios #Vil Schoenheit #twisted wonderland scenarios #disney twisted wonderland #spoilers #Riddle birthday takeover #something no one asked for

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girlactionfigure · 6 months ago

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🚨 G7 WARNED OF IMMINENT IRANIAN ATTACK ON ISRAEL WITHIN 24 HOURS 🚨

‼️The G7 countries have informed that Iran could mount a full-scale attack on Israel within 24 hours.

‼️General Michael Kurilla, Commander of U.S. Central Command, is expected to arrive in Israel on Monday to review plans and coordinate forces in the Middle East.

‼️U.S. President Joe Biden will convene his national security team in the situation room on Monday at 2:15 PM ET (9:15 PM Israel time) to discuss developments in the region.

‼️In a special report by Army Radio, Efi Triger noted that the IDF has recently deployed several units from the Home Front Command and the Jordan Lions Battalion to reinforce the defense of the Seam Line communities in the Sharon area. This action follows an urgent warning after recent targeted killings, indicating plans to carry out infiltration attacks on these communities, orchestrated by Iran and Hamas.

The Shin Bet received intelligence that terrorists from the Tulkarm area intended to infiltrate settlements in the Sharon Seam Line area. Consequently, soldiers have been stationed within these settlements to provide an immediate response to any incidents, given the proximity to Palestinian territories.

These units are tasked with serving as the last line of defense within the settlements, should all other security measures fail, learning from the events of October 7th. It became evident on the night between Friday and Saturday that there were genuine threats, as a terrorist cell from Tulkarm, eliminated on Saturday morning, was planning an infiltration attack in Israel.

Security officials told Army Radio that Iran and Hamas are attempting to divert Israeli attention to Judea and Samaria to provoke an intifada, hoping this will prevent an Israeli attack in Lebanon. Judea and Samaria risk becoming the main theater of war once again.

🔅EMERGENCY PREP - THE BASICS

via ISRAEL REALTIME - Connecting the World to Israel in Realtime

Things are scary, “well what am I supposed to do?”

Basic preparation IN ISRAEL:

.. Drinking water. Buy some bottled water, 9 liters per adult (less for children).

.. Washing / flushing water. Have a few buckets or fill a bunch of used water bottles, to wash or flush with - fill buckets when emergency starts, BUT not if you have small children who can drown in an open bucket.

.. Medicine. If you take chronic medicine (every day), get the 3 month supply from your Kupah.

.. Money. Have cash on hand in case ATM’s and credit cards aren’t working.

.. Food. Canned, dry, etc, supplies on hand for a week per person. Baby food? Formula? Special nutrition? Pet food?

.. Light. Flash lights, candles.

.. Communications. Have a power-bank or two for your cell phone. And maybe a radio (buy at hardware stores).

.. Shelter. Make sure it is ready.

More here -> Supplies and Equipment for Emergencies. https://www.oref.org.il/12490-15903-en/pakar.aspx

❗️EMERGENCY PLANNING

Links work in Israel.

.. Preparing your home for an emergency. https://www.oref.org.il/12490-15902-en/Pakar.aspx

.. Help Prep your Neighborhood and Family Elderly. https://www.oref.org.il/12550-20999-en/pakar.aspx

.. Know the Emergency numbers:

Police 100 emergency, 110 non-urgent situation

Ambulance 101

Medics 1221

Fire 102

Electric Company 103

Home Front Command 104

City Hotline 106

Senior Citizen Hotline *8840

Social Services Hotline 118

Cyber (hack) Hotline 119

🔸 MENTAL HEALTH HOTLINES, in case you are freaking out:

.. in English : Tikva Helpline by KeepOlim, call if you are struggling! 074-775-1433.

.. in Hebrew : Eran Emotional Support Line - 1201 or chat via eran.org.il

...

#Israel #October 7 #Hamas Massacre #Israel/HamasWar #Gaza #IDF #ISRAEL REALTIME #Hezbollah #Houthi #Emergency Planning Basics

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thommi-tomate · 10 months ago

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Interview with Thomas Müller

By: GQ Deutschland

Thomas, you are launching a high protein drinkable meal on the market together with ESN. Athletes and healthy eating go together in principle. But how exactly did the cooperation come about?

I was looking for an entrepreneurial project that suited me. That's why I asked around in the industry, because I'm very interested in healthy nutrition - and especially in practical healthy nutrition. As a professional athlete, I naturally find myself in a special situation: I am supplied with the right food every day. But I believe that with the knowledge I have acquired, I can help my friends and family to eat better and more practically at the same time. I wanted to develop good products that I could stand behind and that's how I ended up at ESN. We are not the first on the market with our protein drinkable meal. But it was remarkable that RDY tastes almost shockingly much better than the products I was drinking before (laughs)

How much influence did you have on the finished product in the end?

The product category has been around for a while. It was important to me that we try to optimize the ingredients of the drink and tweak the protein content a little. I had the biggest influence on the selection of RDY flavors. I specified the direction in which the individual flavors should go - whether they should be tart or sweet. We developed this further in many tastings, so that they now have a clear "Thomas Müller note".

You've already said it, as a professional athlete you have experts to help you with your diet. At the age of 34, you are now a senior footballer - how has your diet changed as a result?

Of course! We have great chefs at both the club and the national team who prepare food that is perfectly tailored to us. And a lot has changed in the last 15 years: Today, there's no longer a Leberkäs sandwich on the buffet, but rather risotto, broccoli and fish.

You're more of a wiry type in terms of your build, not a muscle pack - is your diet balanced so that you maintain this?

For me, both training and nutrition are primarily about being fit to play. The older you get, the harder it is for your body to regenerate and the more support it needs to avoid injury. During the season, I don't focus on extreme muscle building. When we play three times a week, my body works best when I put a lot of emphasis on core stability and mobility during training. My protein intake is an extremely important factor here. Many people only associate protein with muscle building, but it is one of the most important building blocks that our body needs to keep our body and skeleton stable.

Staying stable is particularly important for you this year: the euro is coming up in Germany in the summer. To what extent is that already an issue for you at the moment?

It's a big topic, even if it's only buzzing around in the background for me during the current very game-intensive time at FC Bayern

The public mood surrounding the national team was pretty bad for a long time, and after the two test match victories against France and the Netherlands, the experts are once again saying that the title is not only possible, but a must. You've been in the business long enough to be able to put this into perspective - do you do the same with the younger players in the team?

I think one of my strengths is finding the right balance between fun and seriousness. Despite my ambition, I always need a pinch of humor. Even if everything never runs smoothly, it's worth sticking with it with joy and motivation. And that's what I try to convey.

Do you already see your successors in the team who can take on exactly this role for the team?

There are definitely a lot of players who will be fun to watch play football for years to come. At the same time, of course, it's important to show your face. The fans expect a certain amount of interaction from players, so you can't just show yourself on the pitch and then hide away again.

What are your expectations for the mood at the Euros - especially when you compare it to the "summer fairytale" of 2006, when the whole country was euphoric. Can you achieve that again?

Absolutely. I think the potential for ecstasy is there. I also think that a lot of things that have happened in recent years, from corona to the various political problems in the world, have created a great need to be really happy again. It doesn't feel like the easiest of times at the moment, so an event like this can trigger something that gets everyone going. Of course, for it to be like 2006, the key moments for us have to be right, with victories in close games against good opponents.

When do you consider the European Championship a success?

As players, if we can be satisfied with our performance. I know that in the end it's the result that counts, but if we are narrowly beaten in the quarter-finals after a great game against a strong opponent, then I could live with that, because that's the nature of sport. But of course the title is the goal

As a German citizen, I would be delighted if we could once again show our hospitality at such a big event. That the people who attended the games go home happy after the European Championships and have had a great experience in Germany. That would be the greatest success from an intercultural perspective.

#thomas müller #german nt #euro 2024

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notwiselybuttoowell · 1 year ago

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Reforming the world’s food systems will be a key step in limiting global temperature rises, the UN has said, as it set out the first instalment of a roadmap for providing food and farming while staying within 1.5C.

Food production is highly vulnerable to the effects of the climate crisis, with research suggesting that as much as a third of global food could be at risk from global heating.

Agriculture and livestock farming are also major sources of greenhouse gas emissions, contributing roughly a 10th of global carbon output directly, and more than double that if the conversion of natural habitat to farming is included.

Until now, however, the UN has held back from setting out in detail how the world can both meet the nutritional needs of a growing population, which is forecast to reach 10 billion by 2050, and reduce global greenhouse gases to net zero by the same date. The latter is required to limit global temperature rises to 1.5C above pre-industrial levels.

Maximo Torero, the chief economist for the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), told the Guardian: “We need to act to reduce hunger, and to stay within 1.5C. This is about rebalancing global food systems.”

The roadmap will be laid out over the next two to three years, starting with a document published at Cop28 in Dubai that contains 20 key targets to be met between 2025 and 2050, but little detail on how they can be met. Further detail on how the aspirations can be achieved will be set out in future instalments at the next two Cop summits.

The targets include: reducing methane emissions from livestock by 25% by 2030; ensuring all the world’s fisheries are sustainably managed by 2030; safe and affordable drinking water for all by 2030; halving food waste by 2030; eliminating the use of traditional biomass for cooking by 2030.

Torero said the plan would not include calls for a meat tax, which some experts have advocated, but would examine measures to tax sugar, salt and super-processed foods, and better food labelling.

More climate finance should be devoted to agriculture, he added, which accounts for only about 4% of climate finance today. He also called for much more efficient use of agricultural land and resources.

Emile Frison, an expert at IPES-Food (the International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems), said: “The FAO should be applauded for this first step in laying out a plan to eliminate extreme hunger and the third of greenhouse gases that come from food systems, and particularly for its emphasis on a just transition – it is not easy.”

But he said the plan did not go far enough. “This current draft puts a huge emphasis on incremental changes to the current industrial food system. But this is a flawed system that is wrecking nature, polluting the environment, and starving millions of people,” he said. “These efficiency-first proposals are unlikely to be enough to get us off the high-pollution, high-fossil-fuel, high-hunger track we are on.”

He called for more radical proposals in the coming instalments. “The next rounds of this process will need to go much further in proposing a real transformation of the status quo, by putting much more emphasis on diversification, shorter supply chains and agroecology, and on tackling the massive power inequalities imposed by a handful of companies that define what we grow and eat.”

Ruth Davis, a fellow at the European Climate Foundation, and senior associate at Oxford’s Smith School, said: “The world desperately needs a roadmap which points us to a fairer, more resilient and sustainable future for food systems. The FAO has made a useful start but it doesn’t take us all the way to the destination we need."

#cop28 #food supply #agriculture #environment #climate change #food systems #excerpts

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talesfrommedinastation · 1 year ago

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OC Time: Dr. Sjael Drummer

Name: Sjael Drummer, Ph.D

Nickname/s: Sesata (Tanke, Miriam, Timon, Naomi), Shay-Bay (Tanke), Mama (Meg), Auntie (Tro, Blid, Haber), mi toki (“my laugh” in Lang Belta, Tech), Waffle Cones (Amos Burton, Jim Holden), Dr. D (Her assistants)

Age: 27(at beginning), 30 (at end)

Species: Human (Belter)

Height: 6’4 (shorter build for a Belter due to growing up with some gravity and better nutrition)

Weight/Build: 155 lbs, slender with wiry muscles

Gender: Female Pronouns: She/Her

Hair: Wavy dark brown, shaved on sides for access to helmet. Often wears in braid, or in ponytail

Eyes: Dark brown, almost black, very large for her long, oval face.

Sexuality: Straight

Relationship status: Single (at beginning), married (at end of Far Past the Ring).

Family: Tanke (sister), Timon (BIL), Miriam (SIL), Blid (nephew), Tro (niece), Haber (nephew), Lyse Roose (mother, dead), Dr Aki Drummer (father, dead), Anang Drummer (uncle, dead), Camina Drummer (cousin), Omega 'Meg' Drummer (daughter).

Occupation: Post Doctoral Chemical Researcher (at beginning), Senior Chemical Engineer of Medina Station (at end)

Current location/from: Medina Station/Ganymede, Sol System

Voice: Mezzo, with a light Belter lilt

Personality: Despite being raised in a ferociously independent, proud Belter family, Sjael is a sweet natured, bright person who genuinely sees the better side of most people. She considers it a duty and honor to care for others, and sees this as an inevitable part of growth in the Sol system. This comes from being raised as the adored youngest in her educated family, as her mother, like many Belter women, suffered from multiple pregnancy losses in between the births of her two living daughters. Sjael was raised somewhat sheltered in comparison to other Belter children, with a family member always there to protect her from most harmful things. This allowed her to keep a sense of quiet optimism, very unusual amongst the citizens of the Belt. Unlike her sister Tanke, Sjael still has a natural sense of curiosity, and adores getting people to learn with her, especially in regards to creating things out of organic material from a chemical background. She was especially attached to her doctor father, who died in the Eros incident while working in a free clinic for mothers and infants. However, recent events leading up to her current position–namely the siege of Ceres, the destruction of Ganymede, and the breakoff of her engagement with her ex-fiance, OPA terrorist and Free Navy pilot Toivo Saavedra–have left her more guarded.

Flaws: Sjael, in true Belter fashion, lacks tact, and assumes that everyone is interested in the subjects that she talks about, occasionally infuriating or upsetting others. Used to being protected by her family members and friends (such as her cousin, Camina Drummer), she often lacks courage in situations that truly call for them, and prefers to either negotiate or run–which has had devastating consequences for her. Finally, her kindness and inclusivity can–and has–backfired on her massively, as she has been brutally taken advantage of.

Likes: plants (especially flowers), science experiments, birds, vanilla, cooking, baking, hiking, mushrooms, her gunship, racing, children, photography, learning, riding bikes of any kind, hot drinks (coffee and redbush tea are her favorites).

Dislikes: Messes, meat, politics, bad smells, technology that doesn’t easily work, public speaking, being slow, yelling.

Desire: Sjael wants a stable future for her people, most of all, those who are close to her–she is a space version of a Disney princess. She does this through her research as a chemical engineer, discovering new ways to make flavors and foods safer for the many galaxies in the Slow Zone. However, by meeting Clone Force 99 and the remains of the GAR, she finds a new group to protect, who in turn help propel her own people forward. She finds new ways to gain courage, as a pilot and as a supporter of the fighters that she loves.

#cloneforce99 #thebadbatch #tbb #the expanse #theexpanse #belter #fanfiction #starwarsfanfiction #star wars oc #oc chart #oc character #sjael drummer #far past the ring #tech x sjael drummer

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thegoldenestat · 1 year ago

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How Diet Can Help Long-Term Brain Health At Senior Citizen Home In Delhi NCR

You experience a variety of nutritional difficulties as a senior. Due to a reduced metabolism and decreased physical activity, you could feel less hungry. Due to alterations in their perception of taste and scent, you could get disinterested in eating. Eating may be difficult for you if you have health issues, such as gastrointestinal changes and tooth issues. You can also be taking drugs that prevent you from eating or that reduce your appetite.

According to a report, 5.2 million seniors are classified as "food insecure," which means they don't always have access to adequate food. In order to maintain both physical and mental health, proper eating is crucial. The prevention of cognitive decline and the fight against dementias like Alzheimer's can both be aided by a good diet. Learn the essentials of senior nutrition at senior citizen home in Delhi NCR, the ideal foods and nutrients for brain health, and certain foods and drugs to stay away from.

The Importance of Good Nutrition As You Age

A healthy diet is essential at any age. The appropriate nutrients may also aid in maintaining energy and weight while warding off conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, and even some malignancies. You can experience chronic health issues, less energy, and compromised immune systems as a result of inadequate diet.

How Seniors Can Meet Their Nutritional Needs

When thinking about dietary requirements, you should take these things into account:

Regularly consume water. As you become older, you could lose your feeling of thirst, which increases the danger of dehydration. Avoid liquids with extra sugar or salt, and find out which drinks are best for your situation.

Consume a range of foods. Use the food categories as a guide, and make an effort to eat often from each one. Pick foods with minimal to no added salt, sugar, or saturated fats.

Consider the nutrition. Calcium, dietary fiber, potassium, vitamin B12, and vitamin D are frequently required for support.

Consume adequate protein. Lean meat, white flesh chicken, shellfish, dairy products, eggs, and beans are some examples of foods that can provide the protein needed to maintain muscle strength provided by senior citizen home in Delhi/NCR.

Keep a healthy weight. Watch your quantities and stick to nutritious snacks like carrots or celery with peanut butter or raisins as an addition.

How Foods Can Help or Hurt Your Brain Health

Health of the body and the brain are interdependent, but the brain requires particular attention provided by senior citizen home in Delhi NCR. While certain meals can harm the brain, others include the nutrients that are optimal for brain health.

The Best Nutrients To Help Support Brain Health

Specific nutrients can enhance brain health, which improves cognitive and emotional wellness, according to a National Institutes of Health research. The following nutrients are among the best:

Antioxidants - Antioxidants may also aid with inflammation and memory loss in addition to protecting the brain from harm. Antioxidants are abundant in spinach, carrots, potatoes, and broccoli.

B vitamins - B vitamins, such as B12 and folic acid, aid in the production and upkeep of brain chemicals. Additionally, they convert food into energy for the entire body. Dairy, eggs, leafy greens, legumes, meat, poultry, and shellfish are good sources of B vitamins.

The body uses choline in a variety of chemical processes. It is crucial for the growth of healthy brain function and for the upkeep of the nervous system. Choline may be found in dairy, eggs, fish, meat, and poultry, just as B vitamins.

Omega-3 fatty acids — Fatty acids are essential for the healthy operation of the neurological system and for the formation of cell structure. Omega-3s are abundant in fish and other seafood, as well as nuts and seeds.

Vitamin E - This vitamin guards against the body's other processes from destroying cells. Nuts, seeds, greens, and certain shellfish contain vitamin E.

In the end, It's crucial to consume these nutrients as part of a healthy, balanced diet from a range of dietary sources at senior citizen home in Delhi NCR. The Golden Estate considers your health. We assist you in leading a carefree lifestyle by providing cuisine that will keep you healthy and satisfied as well as exercise and fitness programs that will keep you trim and invigorated.

#senior_citizen_home_In_delhi_NCR #thegoldenestate

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tangledhearts1 · 2 years ago

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Decisions by CVS and Optum Panicked Thousands of Their Sickest Patients

Arthur Allen

NEW YORK — The fear started when a few patients saw their nurses and dietitians posting job searches on LinkedIn.

Word spread to Facebook groups, and patients started calling Coram CVS, a major U.S. supplier of the compounded IV nutrients on which they rely for survival. To their dismay, CVS Health confirmed the rumors on June 1: It was closing 36 of the 71 branches of its Coram home infusion business and laying off about 2,000 nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other employees.

Many of the patients left in the lurch have life-threatening digestive disorders that render them unable to eat or drink. They depend on parenteral nutrition, or PN — in which amino acids, sugars, fats, vitamins, and electrolytes are pumped, in most cases, through a specialized catheter directly into a large vein near the heart.

The day after CVS’ move, another big supplier, Optum Rx, announced its own consolidation. Suddenly, thousands would be without their highly complex, shortage-plagued, essential drugs and nutrients.

“With this kind of disruption, patients can’t get through on the phones. They panic,” said Cynthia Reddick, a senior nutritionist who was let go in the CVS restructuring.

“It was very difficult. Many emails, many phone calls, acting as a liaison between my doctor and the company,” said Elizabeth Fisher Smith, a 32-year-old public health instructor in New York City, whose Coram branch closed. A rare medical disorder has forced her to rely on PN for survival since 2017. “In the end, I got my supplies, but it added to my mental burden. And I’m someone who has worked in health care nearly my entire adult life.”

CVS had abandoned most of its less lucrative market in home parenteral nutrition, or HPN, and “acute care” drugs like IV antibiotics. Instead, it would focus on high-dollar, specialty intravenous medications like Remicade, which is used for arthritis and other autoimmune conditions.

Home and outpatient infusions are a growing business in the United States, as new drugs for chronic illness enable patients, health care providers, and insurers to bypass in-person treatment. Even the wellness industry is cashing in, with spa storefronts and home hydration services.

But while reimbursement for expensive new drugs has drawn the interest of big corporations and private equity, the industry is strained by a lack of nurses and pharmacists. And the less profitable parts of the business — as well as the vulnerable patients they serve — are at serious risk.

This includes the 30,000-plus Americans who rely for survival on parenteral nutrition, which has 72 ingredients. Among those patients are premature infants and post-surgery patients with digestive problems, and people with short or damaged bowels, often the result of genetic defects.

While some specialty infusion drugs are billed through pharmacy benefit managers that typically pay suppliers in a few weeks, medical plans that cover HPN, IV antibiotics, and some other infusion drugs can take 90 days to pay, said Dan Manchise, president of Mann Medical Consultants, a home care consulting company.

In the 2010s, CVS bought Coram, and Optum bought up smaller home infusion companies, both with the hope that consolidation and scale would offer more negotiating power with insurers and manufacturers, leading to a more stable market. But the level of patient care required was too high for them to make money, industry officials said.

“With the margins seen in the industry,” Manchise said, “if you’ve taken on expensive patients and you don’t get paid, you’re dead.”

In September, CVS announced its purchase of Signify Health, a high-tech company that sends out home health workers to evaluate billing rates for “high-priority” Medicare Advantage patients, according to an analyst’s report. In other words, as CVS shed one group of patients whose care yields low margins, it was spending $8 billion to seek more profitable ones.

CVS “pivots when necessary,” spokesperson Mike DeAngelis told KHN. “We decided to focus more resources on patients who receive infusion services for specialty medications” that “continue to see sustained growth.” Optum declined to discuss its move, but a spokesperson said the company was “steadfastly committed to serving the needs” of more than 2,000 HPN patients.

DeAngelis said CVS worked with its HPN patients to “seamlessly transition their care” to new companies.

However, several Coram patients interviewed about the transition indicated it was hardly smooth. Other HPN businesses were strained by the new demand for services, and frightening disruptions occurred.

Smith had to convince her new supplier that she still needed two IV pumps — one for HPN, the other for hydration. Without two, she’d rely partly on “gravity” infusion, in which the IV bag hangs from a pole that must move with the patient, making it impossible for her to keep her job.

“They just blatantly told her they weren’t giving her a pump because it was more expensive, she didn’t need it, and that’s why Coram went out of business,” Smith said.

Many patients who were hospitalized at the time of the switch — several inpatient stays a year are not unusual for HPN patients — had to remain in the hospital until they could find new suppliers. Such hospitalizations typically cost at least $3,000 a day.

“The biggest problem was getting people out of the hospital until other companies had ramped up,” said Dr. David Seres, a professor of medicine at the Institute of Human Nutrition at Columbia University Medical Center. Even over a few days, he said, “there was a lot of emotional hardship and fear over losing long-term relationships.”

To address HPN patients’ nutritional needs, a team of physicians, nurses, and dietitians must work with their supplier, Seres said. The companies conduct weekly bloodwork and adjust the contents of the HPN bags, all under sterile conditions because these patients are at risk of blood infections, which can be grave.

As for Coram, “it’s pretty obvious they had to trim down business that was not making money,” Reddick said, adding that it was noteworthy both Coram and Optum Rx “pivoted the same way to focus on higher-dollar, higher-reimbursement, high-margin populations.”

“I get it, from the business perspective,” Smith said. “At the same time, they left a lot of patients in a not great situation.”

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Smith shares a postage-stamp Queens apartment with her husband, Matt; his enormous flight simulator (he’s an amateur pilot); cabinets and fridges full of medical supplies; and two large, friendly dogs, Caspian and Gretl. On a recent morning, she went about her routine: detaching the bag of milky IV fluid that had pumped all night through a central line implanted in her chest, flushing the line with saline, injecting medications into another saline bag, and then hooking it through a paperback-sized pump into her central line.

Smith has a connective tissue disorder called Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, which can cause many health problems. As a child, Smith had frequent issues such as a torn Achilles tendon and shoulder dislocations. In her 20s, while working as an EMT, she developed severe gut blockages and became progressively less able to digest food. In 2017, she went on HPN and takes nothing by mouth except for an occasional sip of liquid or bite of soft food, in hopes of preventing the total atrophy of her intestines. HPN enabled her to commute to George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where in 2020 she completed a master’s in public health.

On days when she teaches at LaGuardia Community College — she had 35 students this semester — Smith is up at 6 a.m. to tend to her medical care, leaves the house at 9:15 for class, comes home in the afternoon for a bag of IV hydration, then returns for a late afternoon or evening class. In the evening she gets more hydration, then hooks up the HPN bag for the night. On rare occasions she skips the HPN, “but then I regret it,” she said. The next day she’ll have headaches and feel dizzy, sometimes losing her train of thought in class.

Smith describes a “love-hate relationship” with HPN. She hates being dependent on it, the sour smell of the stuff when it spills, and the mountains of unrecyclable garbage from the 120 pounds of supplies couriered to her apartment weekly. She worries about blood clots and infections. She finds the smell of food disconcerting; Matt tries not to cook when she’s home. Other HPN patients speak of sudden cravings for pasta or Frosted Mini-Wheats.

Yet HPN “has given me my life back,” Smith said.

She is a zealous self-caretaker, but some dangers are beyond her control. IV feeding over time is associated with liver damage. The assemblage of HPN bags by compounding pharmacists is risky. If the ingredients aren’t mixed in the right order, they can crystallize and kill a patient, said Seres, Smith’s doctor.

He and other doctors would like to transition patients to food, but this isn’t always possible. Some eventually seek drastic treatments such as bowel lengthening or even transplants of the entire digestive tract.

“When they run out of options, they could die,” said Dr. Ryan Hurt, a Mayo Clinic physician and president of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition.

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And then there are the shortages.

In 2017, Hurricane Maria crippled dozens of labs and factories making IV components in Puerto Rico; next came the covid-19 emergency, which shifted vital supplies to gravely ill hospital patients.

Prices for vital HPN ingredients can fluctuate unpredictably as companies making them come and go. For example, in recent years the cost of the sodium acetate used as an electrolyte in a bag of HPN ballooned from $2 to $25, then briefly to $300, said Michael Rigas, a co-founder of the home infusion pharmacy KabaFusion.

“There may be 50 different companies involved in producing everything in an HPN bag,” Rigas said. “They’re all doing their own thing — expanding, contracting, looking for ways to make money.” This leaves patients struggling to deal with various shortages from saline and IV bags to special tubing and vitamins.

“In the last five years I’ve seen more things out of stock or on shortage than the previous 35 years combined,” said Rigas.

The sudden retrenchment of CVS and Optum Rx made things worse. Another, infuriating source of worry: the steady rise of IV spas and concierge services, staffed by moonlighting or burned-out hospital nurses, offering IV vitamins and hydration to well-off people who enjoy the rush of infusions to relieve symptoms of a cold, morning sickness, a hangover, or just a case of the blahs.

In January, infusion professionals urged FDA Commissioner Robert Califf to examine spa and concierge services’ use of IV products as an “emerging contributing factor” to shortages.

The FDA, however, has little authority over IV spas. The Federal Trade Commission has cracked down on some spa operations — for unsubstantiated health claims rather than resource misuse.

Bracha Banayan’s concierge service, called IVDRIPS, started in 2017 in New York City and now employs 90 people, including 60 registered nurses, in four states, she said. They visit about 5,000 patrons each year, providing IV hydration and vitamins in sessions of an hour or two for up to $600 a visit. The goal is “to hydrate and be healthy” with a “boost that makes us feel better,” Banayan said.

Although experts don’t recommend IV hydration outside of medical settings, the market has exploded, Banayan said: “Every med spa is like, ‘We want to bring in IV services.’ Every single paramedic I know is opening an IV center.”

Matt Smith, Elizabeth’s husband, isn’t surprised. Educated as a lawyer, he is a paramedic who trains others at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. “You give someone a choice of go up to some rich person’s apartment and start an IV on them, or carry a 500-pound person living in squalor down from their apartment,” he said. “There’s one that’s going to be very hard on your body and one very easy on your body.”

The very existence of IV spa companies can feel like an insult.

“These people are using resources that are literally a matter of life or death to us,” Elizabeth Smith said.

Shortages in HPN supplies have caused serious health problems including organ failure, severe blisters, rashes, and brain damage.

For five months last year, Rylee Cornwell, 18 and living in Spokane, Washington, could rarely procure lipids for her HPN treatment. She grew dizzy or fainted when she tried to stand, so she mostly slept. Eventually she moved to Phoenix, where the Mayo Clinic has many Ehlers-Danlos patients and supplies are easier to access.

Mike Sherels was a University of Minnesota Gophers football coach when an allergic reaction caused him to lose most of his intestines. At times he’s had to rely on an ethanol solution that damages the ports on his central line, a potentially deadly problem “since you can only have so many central access sites put into your body during your life,” he said.

When Faith Johnson, a 22-year-old Las Vegas student, was unable to get IV multivitamins, she tried crushing vitamin pills and swallowing the powder, but couldn’t keep the substance down and became malnourished. She has been hospitalized five times this past year.

Dread stalks Matt Smith, who daily fears that Elizabeth will call to say she has a headache, which could mean a minor allergic or viral issue — or a bloodstream infection that will land her in the hospital.

Even more worrying, he said: “What happens if all these companies stop doing it? What is the alternative? I don’t know what the economics of HPN are. All I know is the stuff either comes or it doesn’t.”

KHN (Kaiser Health News) is a national newsroom that produces in-depth journalism about health issues. Together with Policy Analysis and Polling, KHN is one of the three major operating programs at KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation). KFF is an endowed nonprofit organization providing information on health issues to the nation.

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Discover the Natural Benefits of Milk Calcium Powder with Caltron Clays

Introduction

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Secrets to a Healthier Dog You Didn’t Know You Needed

Your dog is your ride-or-die, your bestie who’s always there with wagging tails and unconditional love. But what if you could give them a healthier, happier life just by tweaking a few things in their routine? Keeping your furry BFF in top shape doesn’t have to be complicated, and it starts with what’s on their plate. From choosing the best dog food to incorporating goat milk for dogs, these secrets will take your pup’s wellness to the next level.

The Foundation of Good Health: Dog Food

The saying “you are what you eat” totally applies to dogs too. High-quality dog food is the backbone of their health. Sadly, not all options on the market are created equal. Many cheap brands are filled with fillers, artificial flavors, and preservatives that do nothing for your dog’s health. Instead, look for healthy dog food made with real, whole ingredients.

What Makes the Best Dog Food?

Protein Power: Your pup needs quality protein from sources like chicken, beef, or fish to build strong muscles.

Healthy Carbs: Sweet potatoes, brown rice, and oats are great options that provide energy without the crash.

Vitamins and Minerals: Nutrient-packed foods are key to keeping your dog’s coat shiny, their energy high, and their immune system strong.

Whether it’s adult dog food, senior dog food, or puppy kibble, choosing the right food for your dog’s age and activity level is crucial.

Boost Their Gut Health with Probiotics

Your dog’s gut is the command center for their overall health. Probiotics are the good bacteria that help maintain a balanced gut microbiome. Adding a probiotic for dogs to their diet can work wonders, especially if your pup has digestive issues, allergies, or low energy.

Why Probiotics Are a Game-Changer

Improved Digestion: Probiotics help your dog break down food more efficiently, reducing bloating, gas, and diarrhea.

Stronger Immunity: A balanced gut strengthens their immune system, helping them fight off infections.

Better Mood: Believe it or not, a healthy gut can even improve your dog’s mood and reduce anxiety.

One natural way to introduce probiotics is with goat milk for dogs. Goat milk is loaded with live probiotics and is easy to digest, even for dogs with sensitive stomachs.

Goat Milk: The Secret Superfood

When it comes to superfoods, goat milk for dogs is the real MVP. This nutrient-packed drink is gentle on the tummy and brimming with benefits. Whether you serve it as a treat, pour it over their dog kibble, or mix it into their wet food, goat milk is a no-brainer for boosting health.

The Perks of Goat Milk

Natural Probiotics: Goat milk is a rich source of probiotics, supporting gut health and digestion.

Hydration Hero: If your dog doesn’t drink enough water, goat milk is a hydrating alternative.

Packed with Nutrients: It’s full of calcium, magnesium, and vitamins that support strong bones and overall wellness.

Goat milk isn’t just for special occasions. Make it a regular part of their diet to see long-term benefits.

Tailor Their Food to Their Age

Your dog’s nutritional needs change as they age. Puppies, adults, and seniors all have unique requirements, so it’s important to feed them food that’s designed for their life stage.

Puppy Kibble and Puppy Treats: Puppies are like little bundles of energy that need extra protein and calories to fuel their growth. Look for kibble and treats specifically formulated for their development.

Adult Dog Food: Adult dogs need balanced nutrition to maintain their weight and keep their energy levels stable.

Senior Dog Food: Older dogs might need fewer calories but more joint-supporting nutrients like glucosamine and omega-3s.

Switching to the right food for their age can make a noticeable difference in their energy, mobility, and overall health.

Mix Up Their Mealtime Routine

Dogs can get bored of eating the same thing every day (same, right?). Mixing up their meals not only keeps things exciting but also ensures they get a variety of nutrients. Try alternating between wet food, dog kibble, and adding extras like goat milk or healthy toppers to their bowl.

DIY Meal Toppers Your Dog Will Love

Goat Milk: Pour a splash over their kibble for a creamy, probiotic-rich twist.

Cooked Veggies: Add steamed carrots, peas, or sweet potatoes for a boost of fiber and vitamins.

Shredded Protein: Toss in some shredded chicken or turkey for extra flavor and protein.

Don’t Sleep on Exercise

While diet is super important, exercise is the other half of the health equation. Regular walks, playtime, and mental stimulation are key to keeping your pup fit and happy. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your furry pal.

Keep Treats in Check

Treats are great for training and showing love, but too many can lead to weight gain and nutritional imbalances. Stick to healthy options like puppy treats or low-calorie snacks that complement their diet.

Watch Out for Red Flags

Your dog can’t tell you when something’s wrong, so it’s up to you to watch for warning signs. If your dog is experiencing consistent vomiting, diarrhea, or low energy, it might be time to revisit their diet or consult a vet. Sometimes, a simple switch to a better dog food or the addition of a probiotic for dogs can make all the difference.

The Takeaway

Giving your dog a healthier life doesn’t have to be a chore. With the right diet, including high-quality dog food, age-appropriate options like senior dog food or puppy kibble, and superfoods like goat milk for dogs, you can set your pup up for success. Pair that with regular exercise, mental stimulation, and the occasional belly rub, and you’ve got yourself one happy, healthy dog.

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The Vital Role of Diet in Dental Health: Tips for Every Stage of Life

Your smile says a lot about you, and keeping it healthy requires more than just brushing and flossing—it starts with what you eat. A well-balanced diet plays a key role in preventing dental issues, strengthening teeth, and promoting gum health. The good news is, whether you're a child, young adult, woman, adult, or senior, making the right food choices can support oral health at every age. Let’s dive into how diet impacts your dental care and explore practical tips for each stage of life.

Why Diet Plays a Vital Role in Your Dental Health

What you eat has a direct impact on the health of your teeth and gums. Foods high in sugar, acid, and starch can lead to tooth decay, while nutrient-rich foods provide the vitamins and minerals necessary to keep teeth strong and gums healthy. A proper diet is your first line of defense against cavities and gum disease.

For Children: Building Healthy Habits Early

Children's teeth are still developing, so it’s important to encourage healthy eating habits that will set them up for a lifetime of strong, cavity-free teeth.

Calcium for Healthy Teeth: Dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt are packed with calcium, which helps strengthen developing teeth. For non-dairy alternatives, fortified plant-based milk or leafy greens like spinach are great options.

Limit Sugary Snacks: Candies, cookies, and sodas are sugary treats that can contribute to tooth decay. Encourage healthier snacks like fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts instead.

Vitamin D for Strong Teeth: Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium, so make sure your child gets enough through sunlight or foods like fatty fish, eggs, and fortified cereals.

Tip: Encourage your child to drink water after meals to help wash away food particles and reduce plaque buildup.

For Young Adults: Keeping Your Smile Bright and Healthy

In your young adult years, maintaining your teeth is important not only for appearance but also for long-term oral health. The right foods can help you prevent future dental problems.

Crunchy Fruits and Veggies for Natural Cleaning: Apples, carrots, and celery naturally scrub your teeth as you chew, and they stimulate saliva production to help protect your teeth from decay.

Limit Coffee and Alcohol: Coffee, tea, and alcohol can stain teeth and dry out your mouth, increasing the risk of cavities. Opt for water or use a straw to reduce the impact on your teeth.

Quit Smoking for Healthier Gums and Teeth: Smoking can lead to gum disease, tooth loss, and bad breath. If you smoke, consider quitting for the sake of your oral health.

Tip: Brush twice a day and floss daily to help remove plaque and food particles from hard-to-reach places between your teeth.

For Women: Nutrition to Support Oral Health During Life's Changes

Hormonal changes during pregnancy, menstruation, and menopause can have a significant impact on your dental health. A nutrient-rich diet can help manage these changes and support healthy teeth and gums.

Vitamin C for Gum Health: Vitamin C is essential for maintaining healthy gums and preventing gum disease. Add citrus fruits, strawberries, and bell peppers to your diet to ensure you get enough.

Hydrate to Combat Dry Mouth During Menopause: Many women experience dry mouth during menopause, which can increase the risk of cavities. Drink plenty of water and eat water-rich foods like cucumbers, watermelon, and oranges to stay hydrated.

Iron-Rich Foods for Healthy Gums: Iron deficiency can affect your gums, so include iron-rich foods like spinach, beans, and lean meats in your meals to keep your gums strong.

Tip: If you're pregnant, regular dental visits are important to monitor gum health and avoid pregnancy-related dental issues.

For Adults: Strengthening Teeth and Preventing Damage

As an adult, it's important to maintain the health and function of your teeth, especially as you age. A nutrient-dense diet helps protect your teeth from wear and tear while reducing the risk of gum disease and cavities.

Green Tea for Gum Protection: Green tea is packed with antioxidants that help reduce inflammation in the gums and protect against harmful bacteria in the mouth.

Fiber-Rich Foods for Clean Teeth: Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are great sources of fiber, which naturally scrubs your teeth as you chew and stimulates saliva production to protect your teeth.

Avoid Hard or Sticky Foods: Hard candies and sticky snacks can damage or crack your teeth. Opt for softer, healthier alternatives like nuts, cheese, and yogurt.

Tip: Schedule regular dental checkups to catch any potential problems early and prevent major dental issues down the road.

For Seniors: Protecting Your Teeth in Your Golden Years

As we age, maintaining our oral health becomes even more crucial. Seniors are more prone to dry mouth, gum disease, and tooth loss, but a balanced diet can reduce these risks and protect your smile.

Hydrate to Prevent Dry Mouth: Dry mouth is common in seniors and can lead to tooth decay. Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help keep your mouth moist and wash away food particles.

Calcium and Vitamin D for Strong Bones: These nutrients help maintain healthy bones, including your jawbone. Include dairy products, leafy greens, and fortified foods like cereals and juices to ensure strong teeth and gums.

Limit Sugary Snacks and Drinks: As we age, it becomes more challenging to clean teeth thoroughly, so limiting sugary foods is important to prevent cavities. Choose healthier options like nuts, cheese, and yogurt instead.

Tip: If you wear dentures, make sure they are properly fitted and cleaned regularly to avoid irritation or discomfort.

Universal Tips for Everyone

No matter what stage of life you're in, there are some key habits everyone should follow to maintain good dental health:

Brush Twice a Day: Use fluoride toothpaste to remove plaque and prevent cavities.

Floss Daily: Flossing removes food particles and plaque from between your teeth and along your gumline, areas your toothbrush can’t reach.

Visit Your Dentist Regularly: Regular checkups and professional cleanings are essential to maintaining good oral health and catching any issues before they become major problems.

Conclusion: Make Smart Food Choices for a Healthier Smile

The foods you eat directly impact your dental health. From childhood to senior years, making smart food choices can help protect your teeth and gums, prevent cavities, and keep your smile looking bright and healthy. By following these dietary tips, you'll ensure that your teeth stay strong and your smile stays beautiful, no matter your age. Start making healthier food choices today, and your teeth will thank you tomorrow!

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🔅EMERGENCY PREP - THE BASICS

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.. Drinking water. Buy some bottled water, 9 liters per adult (less for children).

.. Washing & flushing water. Have a few buckets or fill a bunch of used water bottles, to wash or flush with - fill buckets when emergency starts, BUT NOT if you have small children who can drown in an open bucket. (Don’t leave it sitting around outside for more than a few days - can breed mosquitoes.)

.. Medicine. If you take chronic medicine (every day), get the 3 month supply from your Kupah.

.. Money. Have cash on hand in case ATM’s and credit cards aren’t working.

.. Food. Canned, dry, etc, supplies on hand for a week per person. Baby food? Formula? Special nutrition? Pet food?

.. Light. Flash lights, candles.

.. Communications. Have a power-bank or two for your cell phone. And maybe a radio (buy at hardware stores).

.. Shelter. Make sure your protected space it is ready.

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.. Supplies and Equipment for Emergencies. https://www.oref.org.il/12490-15903-en/pakar.aspx

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.. Help Prep your Neighborhood and Elderly. https://www.oref.org.il/12550-20999-en/pakar.aspx

.. Know the Emergency numbers:

Police 100 emergency, 110 non-urgent situation

Ambulance 101

Medics 1221

Fire 102

Electric Company 103

Home Front Command 104

City Hotline 106

Senior Citizen Hotline *8840

Social Services Hotline 118

Cyber (hack) Hotline 119

Yedidim General Assistance Line including Shelter Help (if you can’t close the shelter door or window) - 1230

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As winter approaches, it brings colder temperatures that can be particularly challenging for elderly parents. This article offers practical tips to help families ensure their elderly loved ones stay safe, warm, and healthy during the colder months. From maintaining proper nutrition to preventing common winter-related health issues, this guide provides essential information tailored for Indian families caring for seniors.

Why Winter Care is Crucial for the Elderly

Winter can be harsh on aging parents, as their bodies may struggle to regulate temperature and fight off illnesses. Cold weather can aggravate joint pain, increase the risk of respiratory infections, and lead to isolation. Understanding these challenges is the first step toward providing better care.

Winter Care Tips for Elderly Parents

1. KEEP THEM WARM

Clothing Layers: Ensure your parents wear warm clothes in layers that are easy to add or remove. Woolen sweaters, thermal wear, and socks are essential.

Home Heating: Maintain a warm indoor environment by using heaters, insulated curtains, or rugs to prevent cold drafts.

Bedding: Provide warm blankets, comforters, and hot water bottles for their beds.

2. FOCUS ON PROPER NUTRITION

Warm Foods: Serve hot meals like soups, dals, and stews that provide warmth and nutrition.

Hydration: Encourage them to drink warm beverages like herbal teas and soups to stay hydrated.

Vitamin D: Since winter reduces exposure to sunlight, include vitamin D-rich foods like fortified milk, fish, or supplements.

3. PREVENT RESPIRATORY ISSUES

Vaccination: Ensure they are vaccinated for flu and pneumonia to reduce the risk of infections.

Avoid Pollutants: Keep their environment clean and use humidifiers to prevent dryness and irritation in the airways.

Masks: If stepping out, masks can protect them from pollution and cold air.

4. PROMOTE SAFE MOBILITY

Fall-Proof Home: Place non-slip mats in bathrooms, and ensure good lighting to prevent accidents.

Footwear: Provide sturdy, anti-slip footwear to prevent slips on cold and damp surfaces.

5. MENTAL WELL-BEING AND SOCIAL CONNECTION

Frequent Visits: Regularly check on them or arrange for trusted neighbors to do so.

Engage Them: Keep them involved in family conversations or hobbies to reduce feelings of isolation.

Virtual Connections: Set up video calls with relatives or friends if they live far away.

6. MEDICAL CARE AND REGULAR CHECKUPS

Routine Visits: Schedule regular checkups to monitor their health during winter.

Medication: Ensure they take their medications on time and store them properly in a dry place.

Emergency Supplies: Keep a list of emergency contacts and ensure their medicines and supplies are easily accessible.

Why Caretaker Services Can Be a Blessing

Providing consistent winter care can be challenging, especially for families who live away from their parents. Professional caretaker services, like those offered by Shree Swami Samarth Patients Seva (www.sssps.in), provide skilled and compassionate assistance to elderly parents. Our caretakers are trained to ensure your parents stay comfortable, healthy, and emotionally supported, even during harsh winters.

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