October 2014 Newsletter
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Quote Of The Month: This Halloween, the most popular mask is the Arnold Schwarzenegger mask. And the best part? With a mouth full of candy you will sound just like him. (Conan O'Brien 1963- present)
Congratulations To:
J. Mann of Dewey, AZ. Winner of our September early payment drawing for 1 free additional year of membership.
A. Armstrong of San Francisco, CA. Winner of our September word scramble game with the correct word FLOSS. A $15.00 Starbucks® gift card is on the way.
Congratulations to our winners and thank you to everyone that entered the drawing.
To Your Health With Jourdin Hendershot:
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Embarrassing Habits That Are Actually Good For You
Are you guilty of a bad habit or two?
Let‘s face it we all have embarrassing habits. Whether it‘s not washing your hair everyday to something as simple as cracking your knuckles. Most people are ashamed to display intimate behavior or self-grooming because they worry about what the outside world might think. What is natural to you might be rude and disgusting to others, and vice versa.
When most people understand that they have a bad habit they take steps try to stop doing them, however did you know some bad habits are good?
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Listed below are some embarrassing habits that we all tend to do at soMe point in our lives that are actually good for us:
- Smelling armpits - It‘s good to be aware of body odor. Smelly armpits can be a sign of an underlying medical problem. Example, if your armpit starts smelling like “beer” this can indicate a kidney problem. Stress also causes a pungent odor which means it‘s time for a vacation.
- Skipping Showers - Our skin contains a good bacteria that don‘t need to be washed away daily. Scrubbing away natural oils can cause itchy, irritated skin which will leave you uncomfortable.
- Cracking Knuckles - Everyone says you‘re going to get arthritis when you‘re older if you keep cracking your knuckles. Cracking your knuckles is healthy for your joints, giving them more flexibility and movement.
- Talking to yourself – We all do it, and it serves a purpose. Talking to yourself connects objects and words to our mind making it easier to find things such as lost keys or locating something in a grocery store.
- Belching – Gross Right? Many people say they belch because it helps them feel less full but actually belching helps in digestion and relieves symptoms of nausea and heartburn.
Remember this is your health, don‘t let the outside world determine what habits you can and cannot do because they think it‘s rude or disgusting.
If you have questions you would like to discuss with Jourdin, feel free to drop her an email by clicking here.
The above health material is provided as an information service. It should not be used for diagnostic purposes nor is it intended to take the place of the important relationship between you and your doctor.
Grandma's Kitchen With Grandma C.:
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Creamy, Hearty Wild Rice Soup
Ingredients
- 1 cup wild rice
- 4-5 slices cooked bacon, sliced in 1 inch pieces
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or an oil of your choice)
- 1 lb sliced muShrooms, fresh or canned
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 1 medium onion
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Ingredients Continued
- 2-3 cans chicken broth + 2 cans water
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup flour
- salt and pepper
In a medium to large saucepan, cook wild rice according to package directions. Set aside. Fry Bacon till almost crisp, dice and set aside.
In a Dutch Oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add celery and onions and saute until slightly browned and soft. Stir in flour, salt and pepper and cook until mixture is smooth, stirring constantly.
Add chicken broth, parsley, bacon, mUshrooms and carrots to Dutch Oven and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until carrots are soft. Add Wild Rice. Stir in Sour Cream and you're ready to serve!
*You can adjust the thickness of this soup by adding more or less flour according to preference.
This dish gets its hearty flavor from the combination of Wild Rice and Bacon! It makes a great comfort food in the fall. For an added benefit, add slivered almonds or chopped peanuts to the broth before boiling. It adds a chunky, rich flavor to the dish.
This is a personal favorite of mine! I was born in Minnesota and was introduced to various wild rice dishes as a young child. I love it to this day!
Enjoy! And remember, if it looks good, eat it!!
If you have a recipe that you would like to share with Grandma C., drop her an email by clicking here.
Keeping Fit With Clayton "TR" Parker
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Don‘t Throw Calisthenics Away Part II
Last month I presented my case to encourage everyone to keep calisthenics in their workout. I wrapped up promising to talk about the benefits of doing calisthenics and I am going to do just that.
As I stated in last month‘s article…
“Doing calisthenics is very beneficial to conditioning and staying in shape. Each activity increases blood flow and oxyGen flow to the brain and muscles making them healthier and increasing their durability. Healthy conditioning of your muscles leads to muscle building and also more endurance.“
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There are many more benefits to doing calisthenics, though. Here are some for you to think about:
- Reduces injuries while working out. Calisthenics are much easier on your joints then lifting weights. The simple motion of these exercises keeps your body in natural form position and uses the range of motion that your joints are accustomed too. With weight lifting, if it is not done 100% correctly, your body is forced into an obscure position which strains your joints and muscles.
- Increases strength. There is a phrase used by personal trainers that states “Strain does not equal strength“. That guy in the gym that is pressing 350lbs once or twice as you watch the veins burst out of the side if his head is not going to gain any more strength then you are doing your push-ups. In fact, he is going to burn out quicker, reduce his overall endurance and put himself at a higher risk for injury all to gain the bragging rights that he lifted 350lbs. Doing calisthenics uses mainly your own body weight allowing for more consistency and less strain on your body. Strength is built through consistency and conditioning.
- More than 1 way to do them. When doing calisthenics, the options are unlimited on how you do them, when you do them, where you do them and what position or angle you do them at. Changing up the position, angle or location allows you to work various key point muscles in your body and focus on the strength building in that area.
I could go on and on and on about the benefits of doing calisthenics. However, I think (or at least hope) that you get my point. As you proceed with your daily exercises and work-outs, think about what calisthenics you can add in to increase your durability. It is one thing to be ripped but it is another to have strength. Strength is more than just being able to lift 350lbs. It is also the ability to keep up, not tire out as much and stay healthy.
Until next time, Stay Fit, Stay Healthy, Stay Strong!
If you have questions you would like to discuss with Clayton, feel free to drop him an email by clicking here.
The above fitness material is provided as an information service. Remember: Always check with your doctor before starting any new type of exercise program.
Gold Canyon Candles® - Great Gifts For Any Occasion
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Meri Osborne is your Gold Canyon Candle® Lady
Hi everyone! I‘m Meri from NovAroma, and I would like to be your new "Gold Canyon Candle® Lady!"
I‘ve teamed up with Savon Dental Plan to offer all of Savon‘s valued customers, a new fun, safe and deliciously good-smelling experience in home fragrance shopping.
Gold Canyon® is much more than just amazingly good smelling candles.
You can go Wickless with a pod warmer and your favorite scent, reed diffuser, oils and oil warmers, room spray and even cleaning supplies. And with a large assortment of completely customizable décor options, you can design it to look exactly how you want!
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So, what makes a Gold Canyon Candle® unique?
- Gold Canyon candles® are known for their super strong, long lasting fragrances
- The wax is a soft soy-paraffin wax blend designed to hold more fragrance
- The wax blend is formulated to burn cleaner causing virtually no harm to air quality or the environment
- The wick's have a safety collar that extinguishes them when the candle reaches a certain level (of course, this only works if the candle is properly cared for).
- The scent descriptions are exceptionally accurate! If it sounds like it would smell good, get it! You won't regret it.
Just for you, your family and friends, I have set up Savon‘s Christmas Candle Extravaganza. It will run between 10/1-12/15 so take advantage of our frequent sales and bundle discounts!
Right now you can get up to 70% off select candles and accessories! Click here to join the fun or copy and paste https://novaroma.mygc.com/Shop?partyId=230612 into your browser.
If you are on Facebook please take a second to vist my page (https://www.facebook.com/novaromagc) and like it. That way you can stay updated on the latest products and sales!
If you have any questions or would like to book a no hassle - no obligation - in home party, you may call me at 602.888.6812 or Email me by clicking here or NovAromaAZ@gmail.com.
A special Thank You to Savon for helping me with this and an even bigger Thank You to you for visiting my online store Novaroma.mygc.com!
Fun Facts:
Crazy, Zany Facts About Halloween We Bet You Didn't Know
- The word “witch” comes from the Old English wicce, meaning “wise woman.” In fact, wiccan were highly respected people at one time. According to popular belief, witches held one of their two main meetings, or sabbats, on Halloween night
- Samhainophobia is the fear of Halloween.
- The first Jack O‘Lanterns were actually made from turnips.
- Trick-or-treating evolved from the ancient Celtic tradition of putting out treats and food to placate spirits who roamed the streets at Samhain, a sacred festival that marked the end of the Celtic calendar year.
- According to Irish legend, Jack O‘Lanterns are named after a stingy man named Jack who, because he tricked the devil several times, was forbidden entrance into both heaven and hell. He was condemned to wander the Earth, waving his lantern to lead people away from their paths.
- Harry Houdini (1874-1926) was one of the most famous and mysterious magicians who ever lived. Strangely enough, he died in 1926 on Halloween night as a result of appendicitis brought on by three stomach punches.
- During the pre-Halloween celebration of Samhain, bonfires were lit to ensure the sun would return after the long, hard winter. Often Druid priests would throw the bones of cattle into the flames and, hence, &ldbone fire” became “bonfire.“
- Halloween is the second highest grossing commercial holiday after Christmas.
Come back for more in next months issue!
Dental Talk - A Member Blog Forum:
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Come blog with us! Dental Talk with Savon is a fun forum to post your interesting topics! Your comments are welcome, it‘s free to use and no membership is required.
Some of the topics include;
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These are just a few of the topics. Our blog site contains many other interesting topics. Please join us!!
Word Scramble Game
Let's have some fun!!
Throughout this newsletter you will find letters inside of words that are bold and capitalized. Write these letters down and try to figure out the word we are looking for based on the clue that we have given you below.
Once you think you have the word, email our contest center with your name, membership ID number and your guess.
The winner will be drawn from all the correct entries on the 15th of each month and will be notified by email and will also revealed in the next newsletter. The prize will be a $15.00 Starbucks gift card.
This month we are looking for a 4 letter word that spells the main foundation that keeps your teeth in your mouth.
Again, send your best guess to email our contest center or contests@savondentalplan.com.
Good Luck
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