Indulge in Potato Gratin with Sage and Parmigiano Reggiano. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Peel and slice 3 lbs Yukon gold or red potatoes, layering them in a 12-inch skillet with ½ cup thinly-sliced onion, sprinkling 3 tsp kosher salt as you go. Pour 3 cups heavy cream, add ¼ tsp black pepper, ⅛ tsp nutmeg, and 6 sage leaves and gently stir. Simmer on medium-high heat, then low for 15 mins till cream thickens and potatoes are half-cooked. Dot with 1 tbsp unsalted butter and sprinkle ⅓ cup Parmigiano Reggiano. Bake until cheese is golden, and potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Enjoy!
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Words to Live By
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” – Albert Einstein
Words to Live By
“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” – Carl Bard
Seasons Greetings: Tax Benefit Opportunities
“As the year draws to a close, it’s a time to reflect on gratitude and generosity. I wish you joy and cheer this season. Remember, amidst the festivities, there may be untapped opportunities to ensure financial wellness. As a disability tax specialist, I encourage you to explore potential tax benefits available to you. Let this season be not only about celebration but also about securing your financial future. May the holidays bring you comfort, and may the new year shine light on possibilities for a more prosperous tomorrow. Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with happiness, while keeping your financial well-being in mind.”
Live Your BEST Lung Life!
Inhale. Exhale. This holiday season here are three things to talk to your health provider about to keep you breathing easier. 1) Don’t ignore the snore. If you snore and are tired during the day, you may have sleep apnea, a disease where you stop breathing in your sleep that requires treatment. Ask about a sleep apnea test. 2) Keep up to date on your vaccinations. Prevent influenza, pneumonia, COVID and RSV. 3) Don’t ignore a cough, wheeze, shortness of breath or chest tightness. Ask about a spirometry test. Learn more at www.LungSask.ca.
Curb Holiday Sugar Over-Indulgence
With the holidays right around the corner, here are some tricks to minimize that over-indulgence. Try to keep up with your exercise regime to help your body process the excess sugars and calories and to keep feelings of bloating or indigestion down. Before a party, have a high-fibre snack to decrease the amount of sweets eaten and try to limit yourself to one cocktail and intersperse that with sparkling water. Drink warm lemon water with some added apple cider vinegar to support blood sugar and digestion, and add turmeric and ginger for anti-inflammatory effects. As for your cooking and baking, explore recipes with healthy sugar alternatives.
Hypnotic Holiday Self-Care Solutions
Amidst the whirlwind of festivities, integrating hypnotherapy into your self-care regime can be a transformative holiday gift. This powerful practice offers a serene escape from seasonal stress, fostering relaxation and mindfulness. Through guided sessions, it unlocks the mind’s potential, fostering resilience and aiding in overcoming obstacles. Embracing hypnotherapy during this time cultivates a deeper connection with oneself, facilitating a sense of calm amidst the seasonal hustle. As the new year beckons, it’s an invaluable tool for setting intentions and embracing positive change. Incorporating hypnotherapy not only enhances the holiday experience but lays a foundation for a rejuvenated, empowered journey into the new year.
Product Spotlight: PureHepa+
Greentech Environmental Canada presents PureHepa+, a revolutionary air purification system redefining clean air standards. Designed with cutting-edge HEPA filtration technology, PureHepa+ combats indoor pollutants, allergens, and airborne contaminants, ensuring a breath of fresh, pure air for homes or offices. This sleek, compact unit boasts a multi-stage filtration process, removing 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns. Its whisper-quiet operation and energy-efficient design complement its effectiveness. With intelligent sensors providing real-time air quality feedback, PureHepa+ adapts to varying environments, delivering unparalleled air purity.
Hearing Loss Tools
Every day comes with its struggles for people who live with hearing loss. There are side effects of dealing with a hearing loss, especially if left untreated. Often, people with hearing loss deal with listening fatigue and an increased risk of burnout, which can be linked to mental health issues. There are solutions available, and technology is advancing every day to improve the well-being of the hard of hearing community. If you’re concerned that you or a loved one may have hearing loss, book your free hearing test today.
Holidays with Dementia
Many older adults with Alzheimer’s or dementia enjoy and want to be included in holiday festivities. However, the added activities could cause increased agitation and confusion, unpredictable behavior, or mood swings. To create a stress-free, happy holiday season, try to scale things back and modify activities so they’ll feel calm and safe. Focus on a few of the most meaningful traditions. Ask which activities they value most. That could mean trimming the Christmas tree, lighting the menorah, singing songs, or baking special holiday treats. Even if your older adult might not remember these holiday activities later, the warm feelings they’ll have is a different kind of memory their body will carry for a while
Essential Nutrients for Mental Well-being
Magnesium status and Vitamin B6 intake are crucial for mental health and quality of life. Signs of magnesium deficiency include low energy, sleep problems, high blood pressure, muscle spasms, cramps, anxiety, and depression. Given magnesium’s diverse functions in the body, deficiency is detrimental. Pesticide use and pollution have depleted soil minerals, reducing magnesium intake. Vitamin B6 facilitates magnesium transport to cells, optimizing its utilization from foods or supplements. Research underscores the synergistic impact of these nutrients on stress reduction, decreasing depression, water retention, spasms, cramps, anxiety, and premenstrual syndrome while enhancing energy levels and promoting better sleep.
