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What is the ketogenic diet?
by Golden Age Staff on 03/30/18
What
is the ketogenic diet? Also, known as
“keto”
I
know you have been hearing more and more about “keto.” What is it exactly? What are the benefits? Why do people do it? It is beginning to become so popular this
year! The idea is that you can lose
weight by replacing your source of energy (carbs) with FATS. Yes, I said it… FATS!! That means cheese, mayonnaise, butter.
etc. Keep reading our blog for more info
about this hot new diet! This may even
change your life.
1.
What
exactly is the “keto” diet?
This is basically
a lifestyle change. It is an eating plan
that consists of 80 percent fat and little to no carbohydrates. Pasta, rice, and other grains, potatoes, and
fruits are prohibited! Generally, during
digestion, we break down carbohydrates.
When your body does not have carbs to break down, it looks for other
forms of energy (fats).
2.
What
are the health benefits?
“In
the 1920s, epilepsy researchers found that increased levels of ketones in their
patients resulted in fewer seizures, and the diet is still a widely
accepted treatment for epilepsy today. There’s also some evidence that a ketogenic diet has therapeutic potential for
a wide array of symptoms and diseases, including cancer, polycystic ovary
syndrome, neurological conditions, diabetes, and even acne.” (www.thecut.com)
3.
What can I expect on the keto diet?
You
will most likely experience a rough start.
As your body is changing and turning fat into ketones to be used as
energy, you will notice various symptoms.
You might experience headaches, mood swings, fatigue, nausea, etc. As your body adjusts over time, many of these
symptoms will pass and you will experience a high level of energy.
Let us know if you have any questions
or concerns. Would you make this into a
lifestyle change?
Sources:
https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/what-is-keto-diet-foods-carbs-safety.html
Chinese New Year 2018!!!!
by Golden Age Staff on 02/23/18
2018
is the year of the dog. What does that
mean exactly? The dog is the eleventh of
all zodiac animals. In Chinese
astrology, each year is related to a Chinese zodiac animal according to the
12-year cycle. Years of the Dog include:
1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018
and 2030! The most defining
characteristic of the Dog is their loyalty.
They are known to never abandon their friends, family or work. Let’s look further into some of the
traditions of Chinese New Year…
1.
Family
Reunion Dinner
Families will
gather for a reunion dinner on New Year’s Eve.
Steamed fish is one of the most popular dishes. It is believed that eating fish will bring
wealth in the new year.
2.
Red
Envelopes
Cash are given in
red envelopes most commonly to children from their parents or adults. The red color of the envelope symbolizes good
luck and to ward off evil spirits.
3.
Fireworks
and Firecrackers
It is believed
that the loud noise of firecrackers scares away evil spirits for the new year.
4.
Lion
and Dragon Dances
This colorful
traditional dance is said to bring good luck and performed outdoors, just like
a street parade.
Source:
https://theculturetrip.com/asia/china/articles/10-chinese-new-year-traditions/
https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/chinese-zodiac/dog.htm
How Do You Get Organized For Tax Season?
by Golden Age Staff on 01/26/18
Tax
season is here! So lets get a little
prepared… Times like this can be stressful but learning more about getting
organized for this can ease the pain tremendously!
Here
are several and simple ways to get organized before the deadline date (April
17, 2018):
1.
Getting
Organized
a.
Have a designated space for your tax records
(office, bedroom desk, basement, etc.).
Make sure everything is organized so you can review paperwork on a
regular basis.
2.
Organize
and Label Receipts/invoices By the Correct Categories
a.
For this, you can use envelopes to separate the
categories. You can also put a paperclip
for each category and label it with a sticky note. To make it more fun, you can color coordinate
each section!
3.
Print
Receipts From Emails
a.
When your receipts are emailed, it would be best
to print them out when you get home rather than waiting until the end of the
year to jam everything in.
4.
Change
Your Mindset
a.
While tax season seems like a hassle, think
about the benefits of getting your information together on time. The earlier it is done, the earlier you will
get your refund.
5.
Income
Tax
a.
By the end of January, every employee should get
Form W-2 from the employer showing how much was earned, how much was taxable
and taxes withheld. Of course, if you
have more then one job then you will get more then one W-2 from your
employers. If you are an independent
contractor/own your own business, the company you work for will send you Form
1099-MISC showing your gross earnings.
We
hope this helps you get organized for tax season! Let us know your input J
Sources:
https://www.bankrate.com/finance/taxes/7-ways-to-get-organized-for-the-tax-year-1.aspx#slide=3
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/lori-rochino/7-simple-ways-to-get-orga_b_6561828.html
2018 New Year’s Resolutions
by Golden Age Staff on 12/29/17
2018
New Year’s Resolutions… Are you ready for it?
If
you go to the gym often, you will see tons of people at the gym right when
January hits. Am I right?! Where did all
these people come from? Lol. According to U.S. News, up to 80 percent of
New Year’s resolutions fail by February.
Change is hard, I know. So you
have to get into habits to train your body and mind to be focused. There are a few different ways you can do to
set yourself up for success! Keep track,
be patient, and believe that you can do this!
Keep reading to learn more.
1.
Have
an accountability partner aka buddy system, like a close friend or relative
Accountability
partners are great. You hold each other
accountable each day to make sure you are on track.
2.
Set
short-term goals for long-term results
People who break
their goals into chunks generally have more success. It is also easier to accomplish your goals
breaking it into sections
3.
Make
your resolution about the journey, not the outcome
Have control over
your goals. Want to lose 20 pounds? Add in a healthy lifestyle (diet). This is something that you can control.
4.
Tell
people your goals
When you actually
tell people your goals in public, you are more likely to keep them. This is called “social accountability”
We hope everyone
sticks it out with their New Year’s resolution.
There is no better feeling than accomplishing your goals.
** Here is a yummy smoothie recipe **
(allrecipes.com)
Kale and Banana
Smoothie
·
1 banana
·
1 tablespoon flax seeds
·
2 cups chopped kale
·
1 teaspoon maple syrup
·
½ cup light unsweetened soy milk
Place the banana, kale, soy milk,
flax seeds, and maple syrup into a blender. Cover, and puree until smooth.
Serve over ice.
Do You Shop On Thanksgiving?
by Golden Age Staff on 11/24/17
Shopping on Thanksgiving? YES or NO?
The
topic of opening up stores on Thanksgiving remains a huge debate. More retailers may be even added to the 2017
list! There are some retailers who will
open on Thanksgiving and remain opened through Black Friday. Then, there are some retailers who will open
a few hours on Thanksgiving, close for a few hours and open again on Black
Friday morning. Several business owners
believe their associates should enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with family and
friends. On the other hand, some of our
community and retailers think otherwise.
Do you shop on Thanksgiving or do you wait until Black Friday? Let us
know! We would love your input!
List of retailers open on Thanksgiving:
·
Bass Pro Shops
·
Best Buy
·
Boscov’s
·
Cabela’s
·
Dick’s Supporting Goods
·
GameStop
·
Kohl’s
·
Kmart
·
Michaels
·
Macy’s
·
Sears
·
Target
·
Walgreens
·
Walmart
List of retailers closed on Thanksgiving:
·
A.C. Moore
·
Babies R Us
·
BJ’s Wholesale Club
·
Burlington
·
Costco
·
DSW
·
H&M
·
Hobby Lobby
·
Home Depot
·
HomeGoods
·
IKEA
·
Marshalls
·
Nordstrom
·
PetSmart
·
Sam’s Club
·
TJ Maxx
(www.bestblackfriday.com)
