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10 SIGN UP TODAY! Stuffed Tomato Tops - 5 Italian plum tomatoes - 1/2 English cucumber - 1/2 mango DIRECTIONS 1. Cut tomatoes in two lengthwise, scoop out halves (using a spoon, remove centre part where seeds are). Prep time: 20 minutes. Servings: 5 INGREDIENTS 2. Slice cucumber into rounds approximately 1/2 cm (1/4 in) thick. 3. Peel mango, then cut in two. Take one of the mango halves & cut in strips. IF YOU WANT TO SMOKING WE CAN HELP Chrysler Smoking Cessation Program In 2012 get a $10 Subway TM gift card after your fi rst appointment with a participating pharmacist (from Green Shield). <strong>For</strong> program details and how to receive your gift card visit: www.workingtowardwellness.ca or call: 519-258-2146 ext. 3100 - 5 fresh sweet basil leaves - 60 mL (1/4 cup) 1% plain yogurt - Pinch of pepper NUTRITIONAL INFO PER SERVING (1 STUFFED TOMATO) Calories: 44 Protein: 2 g Total Fat: 0 g Saturated fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 1 mg Carbohydrate: 9 g RECIPE PROVIDED BY DAIRY FARMERS OF CANADA © 4. Cut cucumber & mango slices into small cubes. Put these in a bowl. 5. Using scissors or fingers, cut or tear sweet basil into small pieces. Add this to mixture. 6. Pour yogurt into bowl & add a pinch of pepper. Mix all ingredients. 7. Stuff tomato halves with mixture & serve. Fibre: 1 g Sugars: 8 g Sodium: 13 mg Potassium: 278 mg HERE’S HOW... COMPLETE C crossword c on p. 21 CHECK C answers a online using QR code SEND S IN Your chance to win $ 25 .00 in gas! PETRO-CANADA GIFT CARD your y ballot for a chance to win! Download Down app first. See p. 22 for ballot submission details. detail You can complete the contest online at www.workingtowardwellness.ca.news/a-time-for-change www.w
Fall 2012 SMART STEPS TO LIVE LONGER Personal Health Guide TRUE OR OR FALSE 1. A waist circumference of 80 cm (31.5 in) puts a woman at risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. 2. HDL cholesterol is the “good” cholesterol. 3. A family history of a chronic disease doesn’t change your screening recommendations. 4. When your blood pressure is low, your heart has to work harder to push blood through the vessels. 5. Health screening tests can help catch health problems before they become larger issues. See answers on page 14 T F T F T F T F T F & HEALTH SCREENING TRACKING CARD Health screenings are one of the most important things you can do for your health. “Screening” refers to a test or exam done to find a condition before symptoms start. Your health care provider (HCP) will let you know which screenings you’re due for, but it’s just as important for you to be aware of the tests available and what your results mean. If you see your HCP on an annual basis for a checkup, they’re likely performing a few basic health screenings at that time. Your blood pressure and body mass index are commonly taken during routine exams. If needed, your HCP is able to refer you for more specialized screenings (e.g., blood work for cholesterol and glucose measures). Making the effort to see your HCP annually, not just when you’re sick, is an important step in taking care of your overall health and well-being. Traditionally, women are more likely to visit their HCP for annual checkups. In fact, according to Canada’s Health Profile, 88% of women (20 years and older) had contact with a medical doctor in the previous 12 months compared to 77% of men (Statistics Canada, 2010a). Certain factors (e.g., age, gender, race) or your family history of chronic disease may require you to start screening earlier or more often than the general population. <strong>For</strong> example, having a parent with heart disease is a major risk factor for developing heart disease yourself and may lead your HCP to request cholesterol screenings annually. Ensure your HCP is aware of your family history so they can recommend the proper screening. This Personal Health Guide will provide you with an overview of the most common health screenings, target zones for your results, as well as a tracking card for your personal records. 11
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