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This Holiday Season, Help Support Your Community
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You Don’t Have To Go Far For Great Holiday Purchases It’s hard to enjoy the magic of the season if you’re trying to navigate crowded stores or worried that your online purchases won’t arrive in time. If holiday shopping has become a dreaded chore, consider buying everything you need from the stores in your region. Here are a few reasons why. Local entrepreneurs need your support For years there’s been a growing interest in buying local goods, particularly during the holiday season. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, supporting local entrepreneurs is more important than ever. Small businesses rely on a loyal customer base to thrive, and your patronage during the holiday season is crucial S U N D AY Breakfast Sandwich 8-1pm $ 49 only No Name Large White $ 99 Eggs /Dozen
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to their recovery from the current economic crisis. Local shopping benefits everyone Buying local stimulates your region’s economy. It helps create more jobs in your area and provides many families with a much-needed financial boost during the holidays. What’s more, when you opt for locally made products, you’re helping to protect the environment because fewer greenhouse gases are emitted when transporting the merchandise. You also spend less time on the road when you shop locally. This further reduces your carbon footprint and allows you to check numerous items off your holiday shopping list in just a few hours.
Local shops offer quality goods From unique gifts and chic outfits to fresh ingredients and handcrafted decorations, local stores are stocked with everything you need for a memorable holiday season. And since small business owners prioritize well-made products, you’ll be sure to get your money’s worth. Plus, you’ll benefit from the friendly, personal service offered by knowledgeable employees. From gift recommendations to easy in-person returns, shopping at stores in your region can lighten your load during the holiday season. This year, make it a point to buy local.
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• I always hold my wife's hand when we go shopping. If I let go, she shops. • The quickest way to get to know a woman is to go shopping with her. • Anyone who believes the competitive spirit in Canada is dead has never been in a supermarket when the cashier opens another checkout line. • A bargain is something you can’t use at a price you can’t resist. • Whoever said money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping. • The odds of going to the store for a loaf of bread and coming out with only a loaf of bread are three billion to one. • I haven’t reported my missing credit card to the police because whoever stole it is spending less than my wife. • The other line moves faster. • If men liked shopping, they’d call it research. • I "rationalize" shop. I buy a dress because I need change for gum. The Lumby Valley Times is an independent, privately owned newspaper of Integrity, Honesty & Dependability, published every Friday The Lumby Valley Times is a free newspaper Our Mailing address is Box 456, Lumby, BC V0E 2G0 Letters to the Editor are always welcome. While names can be withheld if the circumstances warrant, no unsigned letters will be accepted for publication. The Editor reserves the right to edit letters. Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of a typographical error, the portion of the advertising space occupied by the error will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate. The Lumby Valley Times will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion. Camera Ready advertising can be emailed to: andrew@lumbyvalleytimes.ca For your convenience, letters & articles can be emailed to editor@lumbyvalleytimes.ca MAIN SWITCHBOARD Advertising, Editorial & General Inquiries: Phone: 250-938-1464
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Arts & Culture from the Edge
Winter hours at the Village Gallery Please note that the Village Gallery will be closing at 3pm for the winter. Shop Local with the Christmas Store 2020 has been a year of disruption, but people are still determined to enjoy the seasonal pleasure. One of these pleasures is gift shopping. The people of our community want to be able to continue to support the local crafters and artisans, and we have tried our best to make that possible by gathering over 20 different artist and crafters to showcase samples of their work. Please come and see the talent of our local community and support our local artisans, all while still maintaining a health conscious environment in this time of social distancing. Many of our artist and crafters are also open to commission so if you see a work you like, but are hoping for something unique and one of a kind this is the time to get it done! The Christmas store is located at the Village Gallery at 1975 Vernon Street (Hwy 6) and will run November 2nd to December 24th, Monday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Masks are currently mandatory under BC health regulations and we ask that you use the hand sanitizer that has been provided while in the gallery. We ask that you do not shop if you are feeling unwell. Let’s all do our part to ensure this is an enjoyable Holiday season!
"Holly" by Christine Rawcliffe ing to volunteer to keep the Arts alive in our community! If you are interested in helping promote local art and fostering an atmosphere that nurtures upcoming artists, the Monashee Arts Council can use your organizational skills and other talents. Join us and ensure our organization remains a meaningful addition to this community. Please email monasheeartscouncil@gmail.com or drop by the Village Gallery
Time for 2021 memberships! It’s getting to that time of year when we need to reWe need you! new our annual membership for 2021! For just $15 Monashee Arts Council is in need of members willadult / $2 youth you can help to keep the Arts alive in our community. Don’t forget that memberships can make wonderful Christmas presents.
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They Said A Mask And Gloves Were Enough To Go To The Grocery Store. They Lied… Everybody Else Had Cloths On!
The Story Of Thieves This article will include some parts of an article I wrote some time ago but I feel needs to be heard again. I am appalled and very disappointed in the selfishness of a few people that refuse to wear a mask while in public places. To think that some have even attacked others when they were refused entry because of non compliance with the mandate to wear them seems absolutely ludicrous. This isn’t about anybody’s rights. This is about the safety and well being of everyone and should be worn with pride and in solidarity with all people as this will save lives. They are uncomfortable and no one really enjoys wearing them but it does save lives. We have come too far to get lax now. We have all missed the enjoyment of the company of friends and family, we have forgone weddings, funerals of loved ones, reunions and many other gatherings. People are afraid and I get that but this will end and I will be glad to have been on the side of respect for all others. The history of Thieves Oil begins back in the 15th century during the Bubonic plague. This killed many millions of people in its time. Several thieves in France were caught robbing the dead and dying and yet they never became ill. The king told them that for the secret to their immunity that they would escape the usual punishment which was to be burned at the stake. So of course they revealed the recipe which they used on their hands, feet, ears and in a bird like mask they wore over their faces. Remember in those days hygiene was poor and bleeding was considered a
It is time to renew your Legion membership You can now do this online without coming into the Legion MASKS ARE NOW MANDATORY WHEN ENTERING THE LEGION, IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A MASK YOU MAY BUY ONE AT THE DOOR FOR $1.00 YOU MUST WEAR YOUR MASK UNTIL SEATED, IF YOU GET UP FOR ANY REASON YOU MUST PUT YOUR MASK BACK ON. WHEN AT THE BAR TO GET A DRINK WEAR YOUR MASK: NO MASK, NO SERVICE IF YOU REFUSE TO WEAR YOUR MASK UPON ENTERING THE LEGION YOU WILL NOT
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cure for most illnesses and this plague wiped out entire families. The combination of lemon, cinnamon, eucalyptus and rosemary oil has antibacterial properties, sort of like our hand sanitizers and of course the mask speaks for itself. As for the thieves, true to the Lumby & District Health Services Society Acknowledges the Financial Support of the Province of BC and Local Community Funders for Community Health & Information Programs. kings promise they were not burned at the stake, they were hung. No greater words have been spoken. Be Safe, Be Calm, Be Kind. Thank You Dr. Henry. Happy Gardening Samantha Nason BS Ranch & Greenhouses If you receive curbside recycling collection, use your new grey box 250 547 6567 to set out glass bottles and jars on collection day. samanthanason@ Read more about this recycling service addition and find more hotmail.com
BE SERVED, AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE this is until further notice thank you for your co-operation Because of the COVID 19 The Lumby Legion will not be able to hold their Meat Draws, or any Legion Sports including darts or shuffleboard at this time The Joker's Wild oh what fun this is Be at the Lumby Legion Fridays at 5:30 pm you could be the lucky winner! Our new hours are: Thursday-Saturdays 2:00 pm- 6:00 pm The Lumby Legion is open to the public We are following the COVID 19 rules. All of the events at the Legion are for everyone 19+ only unless otherwise stated.
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SENIORS’ CORNER
A weekly feature for Lumby, Cherryville, and area seniors. For more information about any of the following please contact Colleen or Jenny at (250) 547-8866 Whitevalley Community Resource Centre Office (250) 547-8866, Saddle Mountain Drop In (778) 930-0509. Funding support provided by Interior Health, the Province of British Columbia (Community Gaming), United Way Southern Interior and United Way Lower Mainland.
Any Reason to Celebrate
We all know our favourite holidays such as Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas but did you know that there are a large amount of unofficially recognized ‘national days’? It is believed that most were created by organizations or companies to drum up interest in commercial products. To date, there are hundreds of them and some may say that many border on the ridiculous such as; sunglasses day, or donut day, even catfish day. We all know the old adage, “if you can’t beat it, join it”, so in an effort to lift spirits and find something to look forward to in between the real holidays, here are some kooky things that you could celebrate; There is a National Happy Hour Day - a fun way to safely celebrate indulging in one of your favourite beverages or cocktails. Even if it is non-alcoholic! Another one of wacky interest is National Deviled Egg Day. Perhaps you could even convince a friend (that is in your bubble) to come over and enjoy a couple deviled eggs and a few laughs, on the house! Sandwich Day - isn’t any day a perfect day to enjoy a freshly made sandwich? Why not choose a LUMBY HEALTH CENTRE 2135 NORRIS AVE., LUMBY, BC
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celebratory day and make a sandwich that you wouldn’t normally eat? Try something crazy, like an all green sandwich, or a meatball sandwich? Who knows it could end up becoming a traditional favourite. Celebrate your Unique Talent Day - although, you should always celebrate your talents both unique and otherwise, what a fun idea to pick a day and broadcast your special talent. Break out that dusty violin, sing at the top of your lungs or spend the day rediscovering your crafty side. Taking interest in special days, celebrating wins big and small, can be such a great way to help a positive mindset and continue to move forward in life with a hopeful attitude. So take a pen and the calendar and pick some days that work for you to celebrate! After all YOLO! (You Only Live Once)
At Whitevalley Community Resource Centre, we believe everyday should be National Seniors Day. If you are looking for information, supports, services and resources for a senior in our community, please call the office at 250-547-8866.
The Christmas Food Hamper Forms Are Available Only At The Food Bank On Tuesdays And Saturdays From 10am-2pm Must be filled out in person at the food bank Deadline is Dec.16 with Christmas Hamper Pick up by appointment on Dec.20 2134 Shuswap Ave. Across from Snac shac You can now place online donations securely! This is a first for the food bank! www.lumbyfoodbank.org
UP COMING HEALTH EVENTS – Lumby Health Centre 2135 Norris Avenue • www.lumbyhealthcentre.org • Email: lumbyhealthsociety@shaw.ca X-Ray Services (Appointments recommended, walk ins welcome) Tuesday 9:00 am – 1:45 pm Lab Services Tuesdays 7:30 – 11:00 am BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Public Health Nursing & Information Services Monday–Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm Options for Sexual Health Clinic Every Wednesday 6:00 – 9:00 PM Foot Care Services Monthly Clinics every 3rd Monday& Wednesday
Water Quality Testing Kits Available at Lumby Health Unit Options Clinic Confidential HIV testing, Hepatitis, STI tests, Pap tests & low cost birth control. Doctor available for IUD insertions/removals. Every Wednesday evening 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Located at the Lumby Health Centre.
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New Criteria For North Okanagan Immigration Pilot
The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) for the Vernon-North Okanagan is updating its community criteria effective December 1, 2020. The criteria have been enhanced to support employers to hire more employees and grow the local economy. The 3-year pilot began accepting applications in February 2020, with a maximum applicant limit of 100 per year. Since then, a total of 21 applications have been received and 19 forwarded to the federal government as recommended. “We are very pleased with the quality and variety of candidates that have applied to date,” says Leigha Horsfield, Executive Director Community Futures North Okanagan, which coordinates the pilot through a contract with IRCC. “We were conservative with our community criteria in the early stages because we wanted to be sure we could manage potential demand. However, with the complexities of COVID impacting some employers and the restrictions on international travel, the pilot easily processed all job offers. The ex-
panded criteria will now allow employers to offer this path to immigration to more current employees.” The changes include reducing the minimum wage permitted to $23 from $25 dollars per hour, broadening the exemptions criteria, reducing points for candidates with family in the community, and increasing points for working or studying in the community. Points have also changed for each age category. The website https://rnip-vernonnorthok.ca provides more details and contact information. Employers with vacant jobs that may fit the criteria are asked to contact Ward Mercer, RNIP Vernon-North Okanagan Coordinator to learn more about becoming pre-approved and inviting applicants through the RNIP job database. The database currently has more than 16,000 applicants who are actively seeking employment in our area. Employees who have current work permits and who would like to attain Canadian permanent residency may be eligible based on the community job criteria. They or their employers are also invited to contact the Vernon North-Okanagan RNIP Coordinator online or at 250- 938-1066
MISSING PERSON RYAN WILLIAM DUNCAN
Aliases: Duncan, William Duncan, Bill, Mancana, Bill Mancana, William Ryan was last seen in Lumby, British Columbia on July 17, 2018. He was wearing jeans and a dark shirt. He was 43 years old when he disappeared and was 170 lbs and 6'1. Contact info: cpost.pbmh@gmail.com or ipost.pbmh@gmail.com OR Tips@pleasebringmehome.com, Anonymous Tip Hotline 1-226-702-2778 or Crime Stoppers www.222TIPS.com or 1-800-222-TIPS
One of 11 pilots across Canada, this Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot includes employment in the North Okanagan and Coldstream districts and municipalities of Vernon, Lake Country, Armstrong, Spallumcheen, Lumby and Enderby. Lumby and District Wildlife Association
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Employment Services In adherence to health and safety guidelines, your WorkBC Centre-Vernon has opened its doors. Come visit us downtown in the Community Futures building across from OK Tire and Staples. Virtual services continue to be available.
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LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS
Over $1,600 Raised for Vernon & District BC SPCA through New Dog Licensing Program In just three weeks since the new dog licensing program launched, dog owners have raised over $1,600 for the Vernon and District BC SPCA. “Pet owners have the option of upgrading to a designer tag, and DocuPet donates 20% of all designer tag purchases back to the community. With over 160 designs to choose from, pet owners have responded enthusiastically, which has translated into huge benefits for the local SPCA,” said Ashley Gregerson, Communications Officer, RDNO. “We are so pleased to be receiving such amazing support from our community through DocuPet and the RDNO. Licensing your pet is so important, and now another benefit is helping other local animals in our care,” said Chelsea Taylor, Branch Manager, BC SPCA Vernon & District Branch. Pet owners can register their furry friends from the safety and comfort of their own home by going online to rdno.docupet.ca or calling the toll free number 1-855-249-1370. Residents can also purchase a licence in-person at the Regional District office located on Aberdeen Road, Coldstream
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Municipal Office or Lumby Municipal Office. Payment can be made by cash, cheque, debit or credit. The annual licence fee is $20.00, and a designer tag upgrade is $15.00. Pet owners are encouraged to get their licence by December 31 to avoid a late fee. For additional information and assistance with licensing, contact the RDNO at (250) 550-3700.
Greater Vernon Water Water Quality Advisory RESCINDED Kalamalka water source is back on and Duteau Creek Water back to being treated with UV
The Kalamalka Lake water source is being turned back on Thursday, November 26, 2020, for the Greater Vernon Water (GVW) system because algae counts in Kalamalka Lake have returned to normal levels. Simultaneously, the repairs to the Duteau Creek UV Disinfection Facility are complete, and the facility will begin treating water from the Duteau Creek source with UV disinfection today. Last fall, a leak was discovered in the pipe that carries water from the UV Disinfection facility to custom-
ers, and a temporary fix allowed the treatment plant to continue running. This spring, the plan to repair the leak was postponed due to snow and waiting for mechanical parts; therefore, the permanent fix was postponed until irrigation season was completed. GVW is now returning to normal operations by supplying water from our two sources; the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant supplied by Duteau Creek and the Mission Hill Water Treatment Plant supplied by Kalamalka Lake.
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District of Coldstream and RDNO Electoral Area D Help Fund New Roof for Outdoor Rink The District of Coldstream and Electoral Area D funding based on a per capita formula. supported the Lavington Community Association's (LCA) Raise the Roof campaign. The $50,000 from Coldstream and $10,000 from Area D went directly towards putting a roof over Jeffers Park's multi-purpose pad, which serves as a sports court in the warmer months, and as an outdoor ice rink in the winter. The addition of a roof will extend the ice rink's open period, prevent rain delays, and improve the recreation opportunities on the multi-purpose pad year-round. "The Jeffers Park's multi-purpose pad is a well-used recreation facility in our community. People are in need of quality outdoor time throughout this pandemic, and we are happy to have contributed to this project," said Jim Garlick, Mayor, District of Coldstream.
"Our residents in rural Lumby regularly enjoy this outdoor skating rink, so I was happy to contribute," said Rick Fairbairn, Electoral Area D Director. "Donating to this project was made possible through the federal gas tax, which allows us smaller communities to contribute to projects like these. We are very grateful to have access to this money since before we received this funding, it was tough for small communities to invest in their infrastructure and amenities." The ice rink at Jeffers Park in Lavington is approximately 26 years old and is maintained by volunteers who donate hundreds of hours per month. The LCA was established in 1946, and its volunteers regularly run bottle drives, annual garage sales, and other fundraisers to fund community projects. "The support from the two local governments is much appreciated," said Gord McPherson, President of the LCA. "The community has been very generous, so this contribution helps take the burden off of residents. The project has been a long time coming, and it's fantastic to see the realization of this dream." The District of Coldstream and the RDNO funded their contributions through the Community Works Fund (CWF). This fund consists of a stream of federal gas tax funding that is delivered to all local governments in British Columbia, including electoral areas, through a direct annual allocation to support local priorities. Each local government receives CWF
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Christmas 2020
This years Christmas season may look a little different then most years with COVID-19. Most people will still make it what it means to them, which usually involves special foods and beverages we save to enjoy once a year. How ever we celebrate Christmas this year whether online, over phone or hopefully together, we should still be thinking of our health as a whole.
Did you know the average person will drink about 4000 calories through Christmas parties leading up to Christmas? The one thing is, there will be less parties this year due to COVID, but depression, boredom and being around home more because of COVID is already reporting people are gaining weight. Now add on the season and it could be a bit of a disaster to our waist
COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR THE YEAR 2021
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Be advised that pursuant to Section 127 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that the 2021 Regular Council Meetings of the Council of the Village of Lumby shall be held on the First and Third Monday of each month at the Village of Lumby Municipal Offices at 1775 Glencaird Street commencing at 6:00 pm, unless otherwise advertised. * Regular Council Meetings that would fall on a Statutory Holiday will be held on the next day the Village Office is open. Monday, January 4 ..........Regular Meeting of Council Monday, January 18 ........Regular Meeting of Council Monday, February 1 .........Regular Meeting of Council Tuesday, February 16 .......Regular Meeting of Council (Tuesday) Monday, March 1 .............Regular Meeting of Council Monday, March 15 ..........Regular Meeting of Council Tuesday, April 6................Regular Meeting of Council (Tuesday) Monday, April 19 ..............Regular Meeting of Council Monday, May 3 ................Regular Meeting of Council Monday, May 17 ..............Regular Meeting of Council Monday, June 7 ...............Regular Meeting of Council Monday, June 21 .............Regular Meeting of Council Monday, July 12 ..............Regular Meeting of Council (Only 1 meeting) Monday, August 16 ..........Regular Meeting of Council (Only 1 meeting) Tuesday, September 7......Regular Meeting of Council (Tuesday) Monday, September 20 ....Regular Meeting of Council Monday, October 4 ...........Regular Meeting of Council Monday, October 18 .........Regular Meeting of Council Monday, November 1 .......Regular Meeting of Council Monday, November 15 .....Regular Meeting of Council Monday, December 13 .....Regular Meeting of Council (Only 1 meeting) When required, Committee of the Whole Meetings are usually held at 5:00 pm on a Regular Meeting of Council day. Regular and Committee Meetings of Council will be posted at the Village Municipal Office Notice Board & on the Village of Lumby website: www.lumby.ca * Please note that during the pandemic all meetings are being held electronically. Electronic meeting details will be posted on the Village of Lumby website: www.lumby.ca
line. A typical Christmas with drinks alone, those 4000 calories mentioned above could look like this: 30 glasses of wine or 22 pints of beer and if you are drinking other drinks that involve eggnog or pop be prepared to add in an extra 1000 calories or more. Remember this is not including food! To give you an idea how long that would take to burn off, it would be about 7-8 hours of jogging. It’s no wonder the average Canadian will gain around 1-5 pounds over the holiday season. On Christmas Day alone, a person could eat and drink about 6,000 calories! Almost 3x more than the daily average. Just look what a typical Christmas day may look like and how fast it can add up: • Breakfast 2 pancakes with butter, syrup and a couple of sausage links = 600 calories and a glass of OJ =110 calories. • A "few sips" of eggnog throughout the day = 395 calories • Skip lunch for early dinner, but nibble instead - a few cookies another glass of eggnog = 775 calories • Afternoon snack handfuls of chips with dip, nuts and a beverage = 1300 calories. • Christmas dinner and all its fixings with a glass of wine=1730. • Dessert: 2 servings of sweets plus another small glass of eggnog = 1160 calories. For a whopping total of 6070 calories!
Calories have been explained in previous corners but if you still don’t understand them a quick way to think about them is that 3500 calories is the number that will either make you gain or lose a pound. So, by looking at the above and your normal eating habits outside of the Christmas season, or COVID, you can see how easy it is to gain a few pounds. The biggest problem is each year people tend to keep a few pounds on that they don’t lose. As each year comes and goes a few more pounds accumulate and it becomes a bit of a vicious circle. So, over the month of December, I will give hints and tips on how to keep yourself in check to maintain over the season. DEEM Health is in affiliation with Fuellife Canada and to give back, since COVID has been hard on so many people, we are doing a FREE cooking class online. Join us in making a healthy 3 course meal for the holidays Dec 12th, 7-9pm! Join us and see what we are cooking and where to register. Remember it’s FREE or you can donate and all proceeds will be going to food banks! What we are cooking: https://www. fuellife.ca/holiday-cooking Where to register: https://fuellife.typeform.com/to/HaJdBjhp#name=TF Mikkie Nettles, Certified Personal Trainer/Holistic & Sports Nutritionist Follow DEEM Health on Facebook, or contact info@deemhealth.ca
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Commonsense Natural Approaches,
By Donna Easto C.H., H.C., M.H., Certified Herbal Educator In the last article, we looked at the downside of the role of supplements and herbs during this time of the pandemic. There are no supplements or herbs presently known to prevent or treat COVID-19. Research doesn't suggest that boosting your immune system will prevent or mitigate the illness's severity if you get sick. However, some nutrients and herbs are generally safe and proven to be useful in the prevention of colds and flu. Zinc lozenges help prevent respiratory infection and may reduce upper respiratory symptoms in colds. One lozenge of 10mg/day is usually enough. Pregnant and breastfeeding women need lower doses, which may already be in their prenatal vitamins. Zinc can be tough on the tummy, so take with a meal. Don't take it if you're on antibiotics; it can interfere with absorption. Check with your health care provider before taking Zinc if you have thyroid problems, use diuretics, or take Rheumatoid Arthritis medications. Vitamin D has an essential effect on immune function and the body's ability to fight infection. A recent study found that a deficiency of the vitamin was common in folks who developed Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), a complication of COVID-19. People deficient in the vitamin reap the most benefit from supplementation. For maximum absorption choose D3, a safe dose is 1000-2000IU/ day. Foods containing the vitamin include salmon, tuna, mackerel and cheese. Vitamin C has been shown to reduce the length and severity of colds in adults who supplement vitamin C (up to 2000mg daily for adults) regularly. Vitamin C supplementation is contraindicated if you have a blood disorder. Oranges, grapefruits, red and green peppers, kiwi fruit, broccoli, strawberries, cantaloupe and baked potatoes are good food sources of the vitamin. Echinacea is safe for most people and shows some benefit in decreasing the severity and length of the common cold. Echinacea is available as a tincture, spray, tablet, or tea. If you have a systemic autoimmune condition such as lupus, are on immunosuppressive medications or have tried it previously and experienced a symptom flare, avoid echinacea.
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Elderberry has had a lot of press lately, sometimes being linked to cytokine storm. It is highly unlikely that elderberry used for prevention, or even during infection could cause cytokine storm. However, if this is a concern to you, don't use this herb. Elderberry (Sambucus) is considered a herbal “goto” in treating the flu during the first 72 hours. At the first sign of symptoms, take up to 1 tablespoon of syrup 3 times daily for adults, 3 teaspoons a day for children over two years. Elderberry is often combined with zinc in lozenge form at the onset of a cold. Elderberry has not been shown to be useful in preventing either colds or flu. Garlic is a classic herb used to prevent and treat upper respiratory infections. It is more effective against bacterial than viral infections. At the first sign of infection, start eating one raw garlic clove daily, or use concentrated allicin extract. Garlic lemonade: chop three garlic cloves, place into a large mason jar, cover with boiling water. Let sit for 15 minutes; add lemon and honey to taste. Drink hot up to 4 cups/day. Garlic may interact with blood-thinning and HIV medications, check with your doctor before taking garlic. Gargle, according to the American Journal of Preventative Medicine, gargling with plain warm water 3X/day may have some benefit for preventing upper respiratory tract infections. A healthy approach to life is the best way to ensure immune health. Follow a diet with lots of fresh vegetables and fruits daily, nuts, seeds, whole grains, legumes, fish and eggs. Exercise as you can. Get at least 7 hours of sleep each night. Seek inner quiet, laugh often, love well, be optimistic, be kind, stay in touch with family and friends, and put out your beloved seasonal decorations early this year.
Wishing you the Merriest of Times this Holiday Season!
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1935-2020 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandad. Walter lost his long battle with Parkinson’s disease and diabetes on November 22, 2020. Walter is survived by his wife of 53 years, Gill, his sons Leon (Brenda) and Vaughan (Olga), and his grandchildren, Justin, Ethan, Stuart, and Leah. In lieu of flowers, please make donations on Walt’s behalf to the Parkinson’s Society British Columbia or Diabetes Canada. Our family would like to extend a special thank you to the 7th Floor Nursing staff of Vernon Jubilee Hospital and the staff of Heron Grove. “I took a walk in the woods, and came out taller than the trees.” - Henry David Thoreau
JAMES OTTO
Halvorson 1933 - 2020
With great sadness we announce the passing of James Otto Halvorson on November 19, 2020, in Lumby, BC. James was born in Carragana, Saskatchewan and at age 16, moved to Lumby with his family. He met and married Rose Halvorson in 1966, and the couple settled in Lumby, where James worked at Bell Pole as a Millwright until his retirement in 1989. James loved to collect and build violins, play guitar, go for drives and spend time with his grandkids. James was predeceased by his parents, Mina and Otto Halvorson, brothers Melvin, George and Harry and sisters Gladys and Verna. James is survived by two sons, Vince and Brian Halvorson, and grandchildren (Vince), Jason and Jessica Halvorson. Respecting James’ wishes and in light of Covid, there was a very small private family gathering. Arrangements have been entrusted to PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME Phone: 250-542-4333
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Tolko contacted JW Inglis and expressed an interest in supporting the communities in which they work and thought of asking if the school needed any additional support during Covid-19 as they realized that the pandemic may have limited the PAC's fundraising capabilities. The $1500.00 donation is very much appreciated by the staff and students at JW Inglis and will make a difference for the school's learning community." From left to right: Lindsey Whitbread (Tolko), Melyssa Edwards (Tolko), Amanda Cadden (PAC President), and Karinna Dutcher (PAC Programs Director).
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798 Fraser Rd, Whitevale $529,000 • MLS® 10220231
Great building lot on one of the quietest, most desirable streets in Lumby. Within easy walking distance to all Lumby’s amenities and Lumby is centrally located to some of the most beautiful lakes in BC. Call, text or email for more information.
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