Thyroid health affects all aspects of wellbeing, both genders, all ages. It is estimated that 200 million people in the world have some form of thyroid disease. In Canada there is a staggering number of people affected. Recent studies indicate that 1 in 10 Canadians suffer from a thyroid condition of one type or another! Of those, as many as 50% are undiagnosed! The thyroid plays a key role maintaining healthy weight, energy, and mood. If you are experiencing weight gain (or loss), hair loss, abnormal menstrual cycles or changes in energy and mood, consider having your thyroid evaluated.
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Be Safe in the Sun
Make the most out of the outdoors while you relax in the sun, free of buzzing and biting bugs (& the diseases they carry), and concerns of regrettable-scorched skin. Research revealed an incredible 84% of sunscreen products are harmful to consumers. Choose biodegradable sunscreens with natural minerals like zinc and avoid synthetic chemicals that can cause health concerns. Too much sun? Aloe vera & lavender can soothe & accelerate healing. Studies found that lemon eucalyptus essential oil, used in natural outdoor sprays, can be more effective at warding off mosquitoes than DEET. Prepared, you can have the best summer ever!
Book Club: The Five Second Rule
In The 5 Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage, Mel Robbins talks about an important tool that can help readers learn to push themselves, instead of relying on teachers, friends, parents, coaches, and mentors for motivation. Find out what makes a “push moment” and how it will enrich your life and move you forward on the path to success. This powerful tool takes just five seconds and once it becomes a habit, is a simple but effective solution when it comes to our tendency to hold ourselves back and keep ourselves from happiness.
Vegan Blueberry Banana Ice Cream
2 ripe frozen bananas
2 cups frozen blueberries
¼ cup coconut milk, plus extra as needed
Maple syrup
Lemon juice
Add frozen bananas, frozen berries, and coconut milk into a food processor and pulse until starting to break up. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and then blend on high until a smooth, creamy ice cream forms. You can add more coconut milk to help it process better. Add a teaspoon of maple syrup and a squeeze of lemon for flavor brightener. Scoop into bowls and serve immediately. Enjoy!
May is Celiac Awareness Month
During this month, help us spread awareness for Celiac disease. Celiac disease is a chronic digestive and immune disorder that damages the small intestine. The disease is triggered by eating foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Over time, this reaction damages your small intestine’s lining and prevents it from absorbing nutrients. The intestinal damage often causes diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, bloating and anemia, and can lead to serious complications. Your doctor will explain the gluten-free diet and may refer to you a registered dietitian who specializes in treating people who have celiac disease.
Hailey’s Horoscope
Full moon in May brings POLARITY, and could be an emotional time. You might be questioning yourself- do I transform or do I stay where I am and form a concrete path? You might also notice that you are struggling between sharing yourself, your posessions, your ideas. This is all due to the polarity of where the moon is positioned this month. If you notice this struggle between emotional opposites, try to go inward and make a pact with your emotions…let it all out, express yourself, notice the polarity battles inside of you and release it all with this full moon.
Activate Your Mental Wellbeing
Physical activity is not just beneficial for maintaining a healthy body, but also for improving mental health. Regular exercise can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve mood, boost self-esteem, enhance cognitive function, and reduce symptoms of depression. Physical activity is a natural stress reliever because when you exercise, your body releases endorphins, which are feel-good chemicals that help reduce stress and anxiety and at the Golden Circle we offer a variety of fitness programs from Yoga to Zumba, to a Stretch Flex and Strengthen class and Sit and Be Fit. We have an all-year Bocce group, Carpet Bowling and a Hardy Walkers Club who walk year-round!
Golden Circle Meal Program
Maintaining a balanced diet is essential for physical and mental health. The Golden Circle’s Homestyle Frozen Meal program offers a wide selection of affordable, nutritious and ready-to-eat meals made, packaged and frozen for your convenience right here in our own commercial kitchen.
We also offer in-house dining:
Soup and Sandwich – Mondays from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.
Hot Lunch – Wednesdays from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.
Breakfast – Fridays from 8:30 am – 11:00 am.
Men’s Breakfast on the fourth Fridays of each month from 8:30 am – 10:00 am.
Ladies Breakfast on the second Tuesday of each month from 8:30 am – 10:00 am.
You don’t have to be a member to purchase frozen meals or even to come join us in person in the Dining Room, but if you are a member, you get a discounted rate on in-house dining!
Board Games for a Sharp Mind
Engaging in mental activities can help improve our cognitive function such as planning skills, decision-making, and short-term memory.
We have weekly board and card game offerings to keep your mind sharp, like Canasta, Bridge, Cribbage, Pinochle, Mahjong, Scrabble and Euchre.
Become a Member Today!
Golden Circle Membership is easy and affordable. Did you know that keeping up social connections with your family, friends, and community is also a great way to maintain good health? Maintaining relationships and connecting with others are so important at all ages but especially as we get older. Joining a local organization like the Golden Circle will help you stay connected with others and support a feeling of community and belonging. Membership fees provide important financial support for our operations and members get some excellent benefits as well like preferred rates on Fitness Classes, Special Event Tickets, In-house Meals and In-house Foot Doctor appointments. Members receive a weekly e-mail outlining activities and events happening at The Golden Circle and priority access to special event tickets. Annual membership fee is $25.00 for an individual or $45.00 for a couple. Call: 403-343-6074
Stop by: 4620 47A Avenue in Red Deer. Visit our website www.goldencircle.ca for more information. Amber Mack ~ Executive Director.
Mental Health Awareness Week May 15-21
Mental health is a vital aspect of overall health. As we grow older, we can experience changes in physical health, social connections, and daily routines that can significantly affect our quality of life, our mood and well-being. While many people in Canada struggle with their mental health, certain groups face unique challenges because of systemic racism, discrimination, socio-economic status, or social exclusion. Among these communities, seniors have experienced many challenges to their mental health.
