What to eat or drink
If you feel a cold coming on, what can you do to help reduce/ease the symptoms?
Rest, Hydrate (avoid caffeine & alcohol), humidify (steamy showers or room humidifier)
Name the activity that involves sticks and ice
Hockey
Name 4 things you can do to have a healthier winter.
Hydrate (at least 8 cups of water or equivalent per day), Sleep (7-9 hours), Decrease stress levels, Exercise, Dress Warmly (layers, hat, gloves), Wash your hands, Socialize (connections & mental health matter), Eat nutrient dense foods, Manage your chronic and acute conditions promptly
You lose most body heat through your head.
MYTH: Heat loss is proportional to exposed skin; a hat helps, but a hat alone isn't enough if the rest of you is bare.
Favorite holiday song
Everyone give one answer
Avoid the winter time blues by eating....
Foods high in Omega-3 fatty acids; Vitamins D, B & C, complex carbohydrates and dark chocolate
Can you name 3 Winter Olympic sports?
examples: hockey, skating, skiing & ski jumping, biathalon, curling, snowboarding, bobsleigh, luge...
What are 3 things you can do in the winter to be prepared and safe?
Emergency Kit (home & car); Heater safety check; Consistent temperature in apartment; Cord management; Appropriate footwear and clothing; Communicate your travel plans (on foot or vehicle)
When it is cold outside it is best to avoid cotton clothing.
FACT: jeans and cotton pants absorb rain and snow, but even in cold, dry conditions, cotton absorbs sweat. And wet cotton + cold weather=very cold humans. If it’s cold out, it’s best to avoid cotton altogether.
Your favorite winter memory.
Everyone give one answer
What foods or drinks help to keep you well hydrated?
Water (plain or flavored), herbal teas, broth-based soups, melons, apples, cucumbers, celery, berries, cruciferous vegetables, leafy greens & lettuce.....
Is it safe to play or walk outdoors in the winter time?
YES! Make sure to stay warm! Plan ahead, notify someone of your plans, consider your footwear options
When you are walking outside on snow, ice or sidewalks that MIGHT be slippery what can you do to decrease your fall risk?
“Feed a cold, starve a fever”
BOTH: Staying hydrated and eating nutritious food can help amp up your immune system when you have a cold. But the same thing goes for fever -- calories can help give you the energy to fight off the infection.
Name one thing you would like to learn about or try in the upcoming year.
Everyone gives one answer
Name 3 physical activities you can do indoors at Copper Shores Village when it is too cold to go outside.
Examples: attend Strong Seniors or Flow, go to the Thrive Center and use the equipment, meet with Traci to establish an individualized program, walk the halls by yourself or with a friend
Cold weather makes you sick.
MYTH: Viruses cause colds, but winter conditions (less sun, dry air, close indoor living) help viruses spread and dry out nasal passages, making you vulnerable to illness.
Favorite indoor game as a child and adult.
Everyone answers
What foods should you eat to boost your immunity?
Berries, citrus and tropical fruits; leafy greens; lean proteins, healthy fats & fermented foods
Where can you go to walk on a treadmill or ride a bike to start increasing your activity level before spring?
Thrive Center (gym)
5 Things to do to combat the "Winter Blues"
Exercise, Connect with friends/family, Start or resume a hobby, Establish a routine and stick with it, Sunlight exposure, Sleep (BUT NOT OVER SLEEP) routine, Nutrient rich foods, Learn/try something new, Ask for help
You should jump into a hot bath immediately after coming in from the extreme cold..
MYTH: it's better to warm up gradually to avoid shocking your system
Boredom buster past time preference: books, music, tv/movies, games, etc
Everyone answers