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2 I N S P I R I N G H E A LT H Table of Contents 2 SKIP THE SALT, HELP THE HEART 3 CURB YOUR 'COPTER 3 GROWING UP WITH ADHD 4 NO NEED TO PANIC 6 CAREGIVING FROM AFAR 7–10 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 11 EMERGENCY CARE NOW 12 TO GET GOING, START WALKING 13 6 EMBRACE HYGIENE WITH BOTH HANDS Skip the Salt, Help the Heart YOU MAY HAVE ALREADY PUT DOWN THE SALTSHAKER AND DITCHED THE POTATO CHIPS, BUT HEAVY AMOUNTS OF SODIUM ARE FOUND IN UNEXPECTED FOODS, EVEN IN SOME LIKELY STAPLES OF YOUR FAMILY'S DIET. DON'T FORGET YOUR FLU SHOT 14 RECIPE: SPICY CRANBERRY 12 TURKEY WRAPS 15 COMING OF AGE WITH DIABETES 16 INSPIRATIONS AT THE END OF THE DAY THE BODY NEEDS a certain amount of salt to function normally, but too much leads to water retention, adding pressure on the heart— the beginning of high blood pressure and other coronary complications. The American Heart Association recommends consuming no more than 1500 milligrams of sodium a day. Cut back on these sodium-rich foods or opt for lower-sodium alternatives to stay within that range. BREAD An average slice of white bread contains between 80 and 230mg of sodium. Check the ingredients of your favorite brand, and you might be surprised. Consider wrapping sandwiches in low-sodium tortillas or lettuce, or switching to whole-grain bread instead. COLD CUTS Most processed and cured meats pack serious amounts of sodium. Two ounces could contain half the daily recommended allotment. Choose low-sodium cold cuts or protein-rich alternatives such as eggs, nut butters, or firm tofu. PIZZA The easiest way to control the nutritional value of pizza is to make it at home. A single slice with pepperoni from that greasy box delivered to your door could contain more than 800mg of sodium. When preparing a pizza at home, go easy on the cheese. Choose a low-sodium sauce and pile the pie high with fresh vegetables. > To learn more about how to reduce the sodium in your family's diet, connect with a nutritionist at St. Joseph's Nutrition Therapy. Call 715.717.7382 for more information.