Health Professionals July 2016

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Wholesome advice from our Health Professionals They say the key to a good life is to be healthy, and inside this special feature you will find tips from industry professionals, as well as some handy hints and information, on how you can remain your happy and healthy self.

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Your vitamins and minerals from A to Zinc VITAMIN B T he B vita m i ns i nclude t h ia m i n, riboflavin, niacin, folate (also called folic acid or folacin), vitamin B6, vitamin B12, biotin and pantothenic acid. The B

vitamins work collectively and individually in every cell to perform many different jobs, including helping the body release the energy it gets from carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

Foods rich in B Vitamins • Almonds • Asparagus • Avocado • Bananas • Beef • Broccoli • Canned tuna • Cheese

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Chicken Clams Crab Dark green leafy vegetables Eggs Enriched rice Fish Fortified wholegrain cereals

Green peas Ham Legumes Lentils Liver Milk Mushroom Mussels Pasta Peanuts

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Pecans Pork Potatoes Salmon Soy products Spinach Turkey Turnip greens Wheat germ Yoghurt

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Free information sessions about wellness and life after cancer SHEPPA RTON residents affected by cancer, their family and friends, will be able to plan for life after cancer treatment at the free Wellness and Life After Cancer workshops on Monday, August 22 and Monday, August 29.

Free information for people who have been affected by cancer will be made available during these workshops.

Each year, on average, 319 people were diagnosed with cancer in Greater Shepparton over the past five years, 184 men and 134 women.

This Cancer Council Victoria program is run by cancer survivorship nurse, Jessica Murnane in partnership with Goulburn Valley Healt h and Hu me Reg ional Integrated Cancer Service (Hume RICS) and will be held at Hume RICS. Topics to be covered include, adjusting to physical and emotional changes after cancer treatment, working with your GP to adopt a healthy lifestyle, returning to work and managing the financial impacts of cancer and connecting to support services in the community.

One recent participant in the program said, “Things didn’t just fall back into place like they did before I got sick. This program really helped me deal with

FREE INFORMATION ON WELLNESS… Free Wellness and Life After Cancer workshops will be held in Shepparton for residents affected by cancer, their family and friends. Photo: Supplied.

changes in my life at home and at work.

It made me realise I wasn’t the only one feeling a bit overwhelmed.”

The Wellness and Life After Cancer workshop will be held at Hume Regional Integrated Cancer Service, 63 Wyndham Street, Shepparton over two sessions from 10am to 2:30pm on Monday, August 22 and Monday, August 29. To register, or to find out more, contact Hume RICS reception on 5832 8301 or email survivorship@gvhealth.org.au

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A FIT AND HEALTHY LIFE… With the colder weather still hammering down on us, it is important to do what you can to maintain a fit and healthy life. Photo: Supplied.

Staying fit and healthy during winter WINTER is often given a bad rap as it brings with it the cold and flu season and cold, dark mornings. However, with a little effort there is no reason for our health to suffer during the colder months.

There are a number of things we can do to help keep ourselves and our family just as healthy, happy and active during winter as we are during the warmer months.

There are 10 easy steps to helping you stay well during the cold winter months, according to GV Health divisional clinical director, acute emergency and intensive

critical care, Dr Emanoil Geaboc.

1. Boost immunity 2. Keep moving 3. Eat well 4. Manage your weight 5. Sleep well 6. Maintain healthy skin 7. Keep bugs at bay 8. Limit stress and maintain a healthy mood 9. Maintain good circulation 10. Stay hydrated