Today is your day Boomer! It is Sunday and I rarely blog on this day....but to take your mind off COVID protests, I remind you that it is almost February. That means we are a step closer to spring and events like Groundhog Day and Family Day. But as you ponder trucker blockades, also remember this: cancer remains the leading cause of death in Canada. An estimated 2 in 5 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and about 1 in 4 will die from cancer. That means tens of thousands of Canadians will die every year from cancer....including many Boomers, and close family and friends of all of us. So, in February, you can do something to help. It is called "Dry Feb" and to quote the website: Dry Feb is a fundraiser that challenges you to go alcohol-free in February and raise funds for the Canadian Cancer Society. It helps you get healthy while also raising funds to make a difference for Canadians affected by cancer. Does one month off alcohol sound too big of a challenge? Choose to participate for the whole month, 21 days, 14 days, or customize a timeframe that works for you. Already, over 20,000 Canadians have pledged to kick the booze and make pledges over one million dollars! Boomers, think about it today on this the second last day of January, and then access the website for more info. This is where I usually end my blog with "cheers", which seems inappropriate today....so instead, I will say "have a good, thoughtful, active day!"
Today is your day Boomer! And today is another day for wining......and I don't mean complaining. I mean drinking some pressed grapes and enjoying the health benefits. That's right, drinking alcohol is good for you. First, let's state the obvious....only in moderate amounts: two glasses per day for men and one for women. Research shows the following positive health effects: (1) reduces risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson disease (2) is an anti-flammatory(white wine is better for this) (3) decreases risk of high blood pressure and high cholesterol(red wine is a better choice) (4) good for mental health, may increase age longevity, may promote healthy gut bacteria. All of this sounds good and much of it boils down to the antioxidants which are higher in red wine. It seems reds--like Merlot, Cab Sav, and Shiraz--have been studied more.....which means more research is needed on whites. Boomers, maybe we could volunteer for a new study! Cheers!
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