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The Inside Yolk On Egg Nutrition

With Easter just around the corner, eggs will be center stage and possibly center of your plate! Eggs provide only 75 calories and pack a punch with valuable nutrients including 7 grams of protein, 5 grams of mostly unsaturated fat, and are considered a micronutrient powerhouse packed with so many vitamins and minerals. Vitamin A, Lutein, and Xeanthin help with vision. Choline is important for brain function. Vitamin E and Selenium work together as antioxidants to protect the breakdown of body tissues. With all of these benefits packed into a single food, it’s easy to see why ...

Emergency Help Buttons Are Available

The idea of aging in place means that older adults can live in their own homes and communities. However, you need the right tools. Help with aging in place can take many forms, from family caregivers, to nutrition services, to home care workers that can assist with daily chores and activities. One of the easiest ways to help individuals age in place is with a Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) also known as a medical alert device. Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) are electronic devices, which enable individuals to call for help in the event of an emergency. The ...

Take Time To Ready Health Care Proxy Forms

“It’s April do you know where your healthcare proxy is?” I adapted this saying from a local news station who use to say, “It’s 11 o’clock do you know where your children are?” because in April we celebrate National Healthcare Decision Day. We can’t overstress the importance of healthcare proxies and other legal documents that describe our wishes or appoint someone to make decisions for us if we are suddenly unable to. Healthcare proxies are very important and are not just for the old and aging. Everyone over the age of 18 should have a healthcare proxy. This simple ...

Ms. Senior Universe: ‘You Deserve To Be Celebrated

ST. GEORGE, Utah — The Ms. Senior Universe/USA Pageant winner this year is a St. George local, and she was not the only Utahn to shine at this year’s competition held in Las Vegas. Marianne Hamilton has been involved in the Southern Utah community for more than 10 years, leaving her mark ...

Celebrate A World Of Flavors During National Nutrition Month

In March, we celebrate National Nutrition Month by focusing on healthy eating. We also celebrate registered dietitians as dedicated leaders in advancing the nutrition status of all people. The foods we eat are influenced by our family’s history and culture. They’re also influenced by where we live, our budgets, and our tastes. This years theme, Celebrate a World of Flavors, gives us an opportunity to celebrate cultural heritage and traditions by exploring new recipes and flavors from around the world. What a great way to learn about one another and find appreciation in our ...

Let’s Talk About Emergencies

There are things we all need to plan for, be prepared for, and know where to find things in the event of an unseen emergency, illness or accident. Age does not dictate the need- being prepared does. I am talking about health directives, financial directives and end of life issues. Generally, these items are referred to as advance directives. Initiating conversations with friends and family about who will do what, what you want, and where to find important papers is so important. If you have ever been in a situation where there was an emergency, the last thing you need to have ...