Dear GHD Member,
There will be no email newsletters on November 8th. Letters will resume on November 15th. The American Cancer Society reports that any adult can have colorectal cancers (cancers of the colon and rectum) but most are found in people age 50 or older. Adults who are most likely to have colon cancer are those with a personal or family history, those who have polyps in their colon or rectum and those with inflammatory bowel disease. Other factors that contribute to colorectal cancer includes having a high-fat food diet, being overweight, smoking and being inactive. Testing can save your life by finding polyps before they become cancerous and having them removed. Early detection is your best defense against cancer. Another preventive measure is to eat a low-fat diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables. Taking these positive steps, plus being active can help you reduce your chance of getting colorectal cancer.
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November 1, 2009 Newsletter
Upcoming Events
NEW YOGA CLASS begins. 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church located at 1004 Rock Road. Cost of 6 week session is only $20.00. Instructor is B. J. Eavy from the Missouri Extension Office. This is a great way to begin your week. You can only be a effective if you are healthy. Remember to take time for yourself.
November 11th
Healthy Lunch & Learn 12:00-1:00 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Topic is “Year End Tax Strategies” presented by Werner C. Stichling. Cost of lunch is $7.00. Reservations are required for lunch. To make your reservation or for more info contact 586-2472.
DESOTO FARMER’S MARKET Vendor Application 2009
Donations
This is such an exciting time for Get Healthy DeSoto. Our membership is growing and we are spreading the enthusiasm to surrounding communities. We have some significant projects under consideration for DeSoto. As a member I know you understand and appreciate the accomplishments GHD has made so far. I would like to update you on a couple of projects we are working on at this time.
Walking/Bicycle Trail in Ritcher Park
This would enable people to better utilize Ritcher Park in a healthy active way. The trail would cost approximately $13,500. At this time GHD has $2,500.00 on deposit with the City of DeSoto to go toward this project.
Walking Pocket Maps
Some of you may have seen the maps we currently have for three different courses throughout DeSoto. Our goal is to print seven additional courses. The total cost of the project is $3,099.50. This would give us 2,000 copies of each new map, reprint 1,000 copies of the three existing maps and would provide 10 outdoor plastic map holders.
Get Healthy DeSoto is proud to be able to provide the free membership that gives you access to the many educational sessions, newsletters and activities hosted by GHD. Our intention is to maintain this free membership.
If you would like to make a tax deductible contribution toward the projects listed above please make your check payable to “Get Healthy DeSoto” and mail to Get Healthy DeSoto, c/o Debby Campbell, 431 Johnston Drive, DeSoto, Mo. 63020. All donations are appreciated. We hope you will consider becoming a vested member in these projects.
Thank you for your participation in making DeSoto a healthier and active community.
Sincerely,
Cathy Boyer
Secretary of Get Healthy DeSoto
Did You Know?
The American Cancer Society recommends one of the following testing options for all people beginning at age 50.
*Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years, or
*Colonoscopy every 10 years, or
*Double-contrast barium enema every 5 years, or
*CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every 5 years
Questions or Concerns????
Contact your health care professional or the ACS at 1-800-227-2345
What's Cooking???
Walnut Raisin Apple Cookies (Healthy Cooking)
¼ cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
¼ cup unsweetened apple juice
¼ teaspoon lemon extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 ½ cups chopped peeled tart apples
1 cup raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts
In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add apple juice and lemon extract. Combine the flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cloves. Gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the apples, raisins and walnuts. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks.
Serving Size: 2 cookies
Nutritional Info Per Serving:
139 Calories
4g fat
2g saturated fat
23mg. cholesterol
143mg sodium
24g. carbohydrate
1g. fiber
2g. protein
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat ½ fruit.
