Page 10 - Boca ViewPointe - October '19

Page 10, Viewpointe October 2019
Conserving Our National Resources: Food Part 1

By Steve Handwerker nearly a quarter of global water consumption. It generates throw away 40% of their food, upward of 400 pounds per
as much as 10% of all greenhouse-gas emissions. person each year on the average while 42 million Americans
One excellent way of Food waste is also connected to species extinction. Food report that they do not have enough to eat especially in the
conserving natural resources production is the primary threat to bio-diversity world wide poverty areas of the country. Successful change of such
without stepping outside and is expected to be responsible for 70% of terrestrial bio- a devastating phenomena depends on the mind and heart
your comfort zone is to diversity loss by 2050. WHAT CAN WE DO? It starts at and energy of anyone and everyone making a commitment
become aware of what you home. Buying what groceries you need, making the best use to not waste. PLEASE START TODAY TO MAKE THIS
waste in regard to food and of it and without waste is one answer. The true value of food COMMITMENT!!! THANK YOU!!
ultimately to let go of what can be seen in relation to the water and other living resources
you DO NOT NEED before required to bring the food to market. We need to respect food Dr. Steven E. Handwerker is a Board Certified Licensed
you purchase it. Living sustainably, to not waste, is to forge and all that it truly represents. This kind of consideration Psychologist in four states (NY, FL, SD, VT) still in practice
strong pro-environmental behaviors so that protecting the feeds the human spirit. after 40 years counseling individuals, families and groups
planet comes “naturally.” The smallest change can make a The implications of this is that it is the little conservations worldwide. He is a Supreme Court Family Mediator and is a
positive difference. For example, to do more meal planning that make the difference. Key ideas to consider and advocate member of the Professional and Scientific Board of the National
and preparation and sticking to the plan can cut a lot of waste for is that we do not need to take more habitat away from Center for Crisis Management a part of Homeland Security.
in your home. wildlife to grow more food, we simply need to WASTE LESS He has lectured at the American Psychological Association
Each year the US federal government serves 30 million of what is already produced. We squander so much in the International Conventions for over 20 years sharing his
children 5 billion meals and MUCH of it is wasted. One name of convenience, perceived abundance and cosmetic experience to students and colleagues across 150 programs. Dr.
third of the world’s food, 1.3 billion tons is lost or wasted at preference and few of us understand that connection that is Handwerker is committed to the protection of our environment
a cost of 150 billion dollars annually. Lost and wasted food so vital. Food waste is a conservation issue. The statistics are and the conservation of the precious and limited resources of
is behind more than a quarter (25%) of all deforestation and over-whelming especially in the United States. Americans the ecosystems that comprise our living planet, our home. 
Exercise Is Effective At Reducing Chronic Pain

By Oris Martin on is also very important. She said that she is amazed that
many people are willing to spend much more on a TV than
Chronic pain is an issue that affects millions of Americans on a mattress, since you spend more time on your mattress
and can negatively impact quality of life especially in seniors. than on any other piece of furniture.
Some of the most common areas that people experience Regular exercise is an important component in a
chronic pain are in the lower back, hips and shoulders. Men successful treatment protocol because it helps to reduce
are more likely to have lower back issues, while women are pain by increasing blood flow to the spine, strengthening
twice as likely to develop pain in the shoulders and hips. the muscles around the spine and maintaining flexibility.
The most successful way to manage shoulder and back Increased flexibility prevents the pull and torque on the
pain is through a combination of lifestyle modifications, spine which results from tight muscles and can worsen the
regular exercise and daily stretching. Lifestyle modifications symptoms of spinal stenosis. Exercise also helps to maintain
mean avoiding activities that may exacerbate the injury. a healthy weight, and emotional and mental health stability.
For example, with a shoulder injury you may want to Excess weight can also increase back and leg pain.
avoid reaching behind you, lifting elbows higher than your According to Dr. Heather Clawson while it has been stress and makes it possible for you to move through a full
shoulders, and carrying heavy weight with arms straight. widely accepted that stretching increases flexibility, and range of motion.
Those with lower back pain are cautioned to bend the range of motion, research shows that a combination of She recommends seeing a doctor if you experience any
knees when lifting or performing any of the activities of strength and endurance exercises are more effective at of the following symptoms: numbness, decreased circulation
daily living (ADL) that requires bending. Dr. Clawson said increasing flexibility than performing stretching exercises or range of motion, increased swelling, dislocation, or if you
that for those with back pain buying a good mattress to sleep alone. are in persistent pain for more than two hours.
She said that she advises patients to walk and stretch daily, The takeaway from this is that when you’re in pain,
and to maintain good posture, with the chin up, and shoulders resist the urge to curtail all your activities. First check with
back when walking. Stretching is also an important part of your doctor, but keep in mind that exercise is generally an
a good exercise regiment because it increases flexibility. effective tool in helping you manage pain and maintain a
Increased flexibility enhances stability, reduces injuries and healthy active life. 

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