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The kids class will take place from 10 to 11 a.m.
Instructor Steve Lewis will lead the children through an imaginary journey were they will climb mountains, venture through the jungle, and meet friendly animals along the way.
Participants also will learn songs and dances that are meant to celebrate the excitement of life. A healthy snack and special treasure will be provided at every class.
The teen class, which takes place from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m., will feature exercises designed to deepen relaxation, build self-confidence, and improve mental focus and balance.
Attendees also will participate in enjoyable activities that are intended to sharpen intuitive responses. Healthy snacks will be provided in this session also.
Cost for the workshop: five classes, $35; four classes, $30; three classes, $25; two or fewer classes, $10 each drop-in fee.
Instructor Steve Lewis, HHP, is a regular yoga instructor at Sutter Lakeside's Wellness Center, which is located just east of Sutter Lakeside Hospital, at 5176 Hill Road East in Lakeport.
He has trained in Deep Yoga, in San Diego with Bhava and Sundari Ram, and achieved Level 2 in the Radiant Child Yoga Program taught by Shakta Kaur Kalsa.
Lewis honors the "beautiful energy that the youth of today hold" and focuses on fun during these two workshops. He has worked with kids in local schools and focuses his life work on creating a space for the youth to express themselves in positive ways; bringing balance into their lives as they grow strong, becoming the leaders of tomorrow.
Parents of interested children and teenagers are asked to call the Wellness Center at 262-5171.
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According to a January 2005 study in the highly-respected Journal of Pediatrics, the average 4- to 5-year-old consumes 17 teaspoons of added sugar a day, which amounts to approximately 64.6 pounds of added sugar a year.
The majority of a child’s added sugar intake comes from fruit drinks, high-fat desserts, soft drinks and candy.
Excessive sugar intake may play a role in escalating childhood obesity rates.
Currently, one in three children in California is overweight or at risk of becoming overweight, regardless of age, race or gender. If left unchecked, obesity can lead to serious health problems, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer.
This Halloween, First 5 California provides the following tips to help parents and caregivers make healthier choices for their children:
- Set limits. Only allow children a certain amount of sweets per day.
- Offer healthier snacks to trick-or-treaters. Or consider alternatives to candy, such as passing out stickers.
- Limit juice and soda. Even fruit juices have hidden sugars. Serve your children water and milk.
- Create new holiday traditions. Do activities together that don’t include sweets.
For more information, call 1-800-KIDS-025.
First 5 California, also known as the California Children and Families Commission, was established after voters passed Proposition 10 in November 1998, adding a 50 cents-per-pack tax on cigarettes to fund education, health, childcare and other programs for expectant parents and children up to age 5. For more information please visit www.ccfc.ca.gov.
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According to Matthew McQuaid, DPM, wealth and prosperity are often linked to how well you manage stress.
Dr. McQuaid will be discussing the relationship between stress and money during a FREE evening talk on Nov. 13 at Sutter Lakeside Hospital's Center for Health. The program is titled “Wellness and Prosperity: How Wellness Principals Contribute to Wealth.”
Worry over finances is a leading cause of stress in the United States. In fact, the number one concern for baby boomers is having enough money for retirement. The burden of rising prices can increase your stress level to the point of impacting your health.
Little can be done about inflation, but you can learn how to manage stress. According to Dr. McQuaid, reducing your stress may be the best way to manage your pocketbook.
In this workshop, Dr. McQuaid will explore how managing stress is a prerequisite to building a secure financial future. The class will give hands on training in stress reduction.
Participants in the workshop will also discover the relationship between health, wealth and happiness. An important distinction made by Dr. McQuaid is that success does not necessarily mean you are healthy and happy. Many successful people in financial matters are neither happy nor healthy. The class will cover how you can have all three qualities of health, wealth, and happiness.
The program is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Sutter Lakeside Wellness Center for Health. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the workshop beginning promptly at 6 p.m.
Seating is limited. To register call Sutter Lakeside Hospital's Wellness Center for Health at 262-5171.
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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), breastfeeding is the best way to give babies a healthy start to life.
In partnership with the AAP, First 5 Lake County offers the following advantages to breastfeeding for both moms and babies.
Benefits for your baby
Research shows that breast milk is the best food for your newborn.
- Breast milk strengthens your baby’s immune system by providing antibodies that help protect against germs and diseases. Breastfed babies have fewer illnesses (and less frequent doctors’ visits) than babies who are formula-fed.
- Breast milk provides the most ideal nutrition for infants and includes ingredients that help develop your baby’s brain.
- Studies show the longer a mother breastfeeds, the less likely her child will become overweight later in life.
Benefits for you
The benefits of breastfeeding are not only limited to babies, but have advantages for moms, too.
- Studies find women who breastfeed for at least three months often return to their pre-pregnancy weight more quickly.
- Breastfeeding helps lower your risk of breast and ovarian cancers, along with reducing the risk of developing osteoporosis later in life.
- It’s free! Breastfeeding saves you money by limiting the number of bottles and formula you must buy.
Benefits for both
Breastfeeding is a valuable investment in your child’s future and your relationship together.
- Breastfeeding offers one-on-one time between you and your newborn. Feeding is the first real connection between you and your baby.
- Breastfeeding provides an emotional bond which helps you and your baby get to know one another.
- The skin-to-skin contact offered by breastfeeding can reduce stress in both the baby and the mother.
- Breastfeeding is better for the environment. Breastfeeding reduces the number of formula cans and bottles thrown away each year, creating a healthier planet for you and your child.
For additional parenting advice on topics such as breastfeeding, parents and caregivers can order a free Kit for New Parents – a comprehensive parenting resource guide – by calling Ms. Maxwell at 262-1611 ext 146. The kits come in English or Spanish.
Tom Jordan is executive director of First 5 Lake County. Research shows that a child’s brain develops most dramatically in the first five years and what parents and caregivers do during these years to support their child’s growth will have a meaningful impact throughout life. Based on this research, California voters passed Proposition 10 in 1998, adding a 50 cents-per-pack tax on cigarettes to support programs for expectant parents and children ages 0 to 5. First 5 Lake County distributes approximately $825,000 a year in Proposition 10 revenues to programs and services that meet local needs.
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