Live Forever? a Curious Scientist’s Guide to Wellness, Ageing and Death by John S. Tregoning. Live Forever? offers compelling insight into how our bodies work, how we can best look after them and ultimately live longer, healthier lives. Available to borrow from Red Deer Public Library at rdpl.org
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Clean Eating Recipe
Ginger Mojito Mocktail. 1-inch grated ginger. 1-inch grated cucumber. Juice of half a lime. 6 mint leaves. 1 cup sparkling water. Muddle ginger, cucumber, and lime in a bowl. Strain the mixture into your glass using a small strainer. rub mint leaves together and place in glass. Add ice and top with half ginger beer, half sparkling water. Stir and garnish with your choice of lime wheels, ginger, cucumber or mint. Enjoy!
Book Club:
Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence.
In Dopamine Nation, Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist and author, explores the exciting new scientific discoveries that explain why the relentless pursuit of pleasure leads to pain . . . and what to do about it. Condensing complex neuroscience into easy-to-understand metaphors, Lembke illustrates how finding contentment and connectedness means keeping dopamine in check.
July Trivia
.1. What frozen treat was invented in 1905 by an 11-year-old boy? 2. What percentage of watermelons are water? 3. TRUE OR FALSE? One in 3 cancers diagnosed worldwide is skin cancer.
Did You Know?
Craving sugar might mean you’re actually tired! When you’re low on energy, your body looks for a quick fuel source—like sugar, for a fast energy boost. So if you’re reaching for sweets in the afternoon, your body might just be saying: “I need rest!”
Laughter is the Best Medicine
A recent study has found that women who carry a little extra weight, live longer than the men who mention it.
Words to Live By
“The world is reflecting back to you the thoughts you think, the words you speak and the actions you take. If you want to change the world, you must start within yourself.” – Keith Macpherson
July Trivia Answers
.1. A popsicle. 2. 92%. 3. True. Protect yourself against the sun!
Homemade Frozen Yogurt
Ingredients: 1 cup plain greek yogurt; 4 cups frozen strawberries (or other fruit); 3-4 Tbsp pure maple syrup; 1 tsp vanilla extract. Directions: Add ingredients to your food processor. Pulse and blend until a thick “froyo” texture is formed. Serve and enjoy right away, or freeze for a firmer texture. Happy Summer!
June Events for Seniors at RDPL
Red Deer Cancer Connect (June 3 & 17)
Bring, Brag, Break with the Alberta Genealogical Society (June 14)
Readers’ Theatre (June 19)
Sip n’ Stitch (June 19)
Затишні Вечори: Cozy Evenings for Ukrainian Seniors (June 19)
ParticipACTION Community Challenge: Mayor Walk (June 25)
First Thursday Concert Series (first Thursday of each month)
Book Clubs (various dates/times)
Red Deer Reads 2025 (details at rdpl.org/reddeerreads)
For full details, visit rdpl.org/events
Book of the Month:
Eat Your Age: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer by Ian Smith
Getting old may be inevitable, but feeling old is not! By eating the right foods, keeping tabs on the right numbers, moving the right way, and sleeping better, we can slow the hands on the proverbial clock.
Available to borrow from Red Deer Public Library at rdpl.org
