- Duct Cleaning / Refreshing
- Leveling & Foundation Repair
- Permanent Foundation (433a)
- Plumbing Repairs & Re-Pipes
- Flooring, Paneling & Trim
- Doors & Windows
- Painting
- Roofs & Skylights
- Heating, A/C & Swamp Coolers
- Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels
- Decks & Steps
- Awnings & Patio Enclosures
- Siding, Skirting & Subfloor Repairs 855.906.6077
Denice Hornsby
909-238-9290
713 Catalpa
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716-598-0627
243 Albatross isolabreeze@gmail.com dianeschroeder6615@gmail.com
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All Submissions are due by June 10th to be in the July issue.
Rancho La Siesta Office Hours
9:00am - 12pm & 1:00pm - 4:00pm Fountain Valley Police Department
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri
Non-Emergency Phone Number
Closed Wed, Sat, Sun 714-593-4485
Office Phone: 714-962-3841
In case of emergency Dial 911 Email: rancholasiesta@gmail.com
Peg Klinck - Manager
Bryan Kadowaki 714- 962-1405 bryan@katoproperties.com
Mark Potter – Assistant Manager
Joyce Boatman – Office Assistant
“She sells seashells by the seashore” The first day of summer is the perfect time to hit the beach, soak up some rays, feel the warm sand on your toes and search for seashells.
So it makes sense that today is also National Sea Shell Day Sea shells are found on beaches around the world. As they crumble and break down, seashells help to form the very beaches that we walk on. The Australian trumpet has the largest shell in the world, reaching up to 36 inches long and weighing up to 40 pounds.
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National Leon Day is celebrated on June 25th and marks the halfway point to Christmas. It's an unofficial holiday for Christmas lovers to start planning and preparing for the holiday season. "Leon" is "Noel" spelled backwards Only six months until Christmas!
June’s birth bird is the Dove. The dove is the universal symbol of peace dating back to the Biblical story of Noah's Ark, where a dove returned to the ark with an olive branch, signifying the end of the flood. Picasso's iconic white dove is a widely recognized symbol of peace. Created in 1949, it later became a poster for the First International Peace Conference in Paris.
“Sun’s Out, Shades On”
National Sunglasses Day is celebrated each year on June 27th. It's a day to highlight the importance of wearing sunglasses for eye protection. Early forms of sunglasses date as far back as 2,000 years ago. Ancient Arctic tribes wore a primitive form of snow goggles to prevent snow blindness.
Friday, July 4th 12pm -1pm Clubhouse
Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and Beverages will be provided
Bring you favorite side dish or dessert to share
Please sign up by Friday, June 27 in the clubhouse (Residents Only Please)
Crust
2½ cups graham cracker crumbs (two rows)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
Filling
2 c sift powder sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup cream cheese
1 cup Cool Whip whipped cream
1 large can (2½ cups) crushed pineapple chunks, well drained
Instructions:
Preheat oven 300°F
Melt the butter and let cool. Combine graham cracker crumbs and butter. Mix until well incorporated.
Press 2 cups of this mixture into the bottom of a 9×9 square baking dish. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
With your mixer, beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Then, add the powdered sugar on low speed (1 cup at a time), mixing until well blended. Mix well with your mixer on high speed for 1 minute.
Add a tablespoon of pineapple to the mixture and spread over the crust, leveling with a spatula.
Pour the remaining pineapple into the whipped cream and spread over the cream cheese mixture.
Sprinkle remaining graham crust over top.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or even better overnight.
Enjoy !
Share your favorite recipe or your favorite recipe memories. We would love to hear your story. Send to dianeschroeder6615@gmail.com You can also drop them by at: ~ 243 Albatross~ Phone: 716-598-0627
As a pet parent, making sure your furry family member’s gut health is very important for their overall wellbeing. Digestive health influences everything from nutrient absorption and immune function to mood and energy levels. Prebiotics, probiotics, and Postbiotics play unique roles in maintaining this balance, but recent advances have spotlighted Postbiotics as a potentially more effective and less disruptive option for sensitive stomachs.
Prebiotics are essentially food for probiotics. These non-digestible fibers help nourish and stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Common prebiotic sources can be found in foods like pumpkin, apples, and bananas.
Probiotics are live microorganisms, mainly beneficial bacteria. These help support a healthy balance in the gut, aid digestion, enhance immune function, and help prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Commonly found in fermented foods
Postbiotics are a newer and increasingly favored technology in pet health. They are byproducts produced from the fermentation process of probiotics, including various beneficial substances like enzymes, peptides, and acids. These components offer the advantages of probiotics but without the drawbacks of introducing live bacteria into your pet’s gut.
Here’s why Postbiotics are gaining traction amongst pet health experts:
✓ Gentle on Sensitive Stomachs: Unlike probiotics, Postbiotics do not involve introducing potentially disruptive live bacteria, which means they are much gentler on pets’ digestive systems.
✓ Maintains Proper Gut Flora: Postbiotics help maintain a balanced gut environment by supporting the growth of beneficial bacteria and suppressing harmful ones. This is important for your pet’s overall health and immunity.
✓ Aids in Managing Loose Stools: By enhancing gut health, Postbiotics can help manage occasional loose stools, preventing the discomfort and potential health risks associated with diarrhea.
✓ Supports the Immune System: A healthy gut contributes to a strong immune system. Postbiotics support this connection by promoting an environment that allows the immune system to function effectively.
✓ Assists with Occasional Gastric Distress: For pets experiencing mild gastric distress, Postbiotics provide a soothing effect by improving the overall health of the digestive tract.
• Risk-Free: Avoid complications associated with live probiotics.
o Scientifically Backed: Based on research showing the significant benefits of postbiotic production.
• Comprehensive Gut Support: A holistic approach to maintaining and improving your dog’s gut health.
• Postbiotics: Potent byproducts from probiotics, designed to support and enhance gut health without live bacteria.
• Prebiotics: Nourish and stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut.
• Digestive Enzymes: Aid in the breakdown and absorption of nutrients, promoting efficient digestion.
Article written by Rancho La Siesta resident, Dawn Hill. owner of The Squeaky Toy, a website dedicated to helping dogs maintain their quality of life with wellness supplements and mobility gear. Because, Every dog experiences challenges with age and having the tools to support them through those challenges is priceless!
In an increasingly digital world, there are groups of people who appreciate the classic written form of communication that relies on the U.S. Mail®.
These letter writing groups can be found around the world and extend a more-the-merrier invitation to join. One example: the Letter Writers Society, a Pinole, CA, organization that pairs members with pen pals.
The group hosts both in-person and virtual monthly meetings, as well as events such as postal-related scavenger hunts and workshops on calligraphy and cursive handwriting.
There are enough groups to warrant the Directory of Letter Writing Societies, an online resource that lists organizations around the globe that promote pen pal relationships or other letter writing exchanges. The advice for those looking to start a group of their own:
Pick a name. Be original or research social media for ideas and inspiration.
Find a place to meet. Ideas include coffee shops, bookstores, museums, locaJ libraries or community centers.
Set a date. Decide how often your group will meet.
Advertise. Post flyers in local businesses around the community and on social media sites.
To read the full story, go to news.usps. com/2024/08/26/think-letter-writing-is-passedont-tell-these-groups/.
For more information, visit letterwriterssociety. orgl and /wsdirectory. com/
Patriots and Paws provides our Veterans/Active Military/Reservists and their families with the items donated at no cost to them. Thank you for your interest in donating to Patriots and Paws!
While we appreciate every donation offer, there may be times that we decline certain items, due to wear and demand. Please note that we are helping those that are in need of making their place a home or they need something to help the budget go further, if it ISN’T useable by you then we aren’t able to pass it to those who served in the military.
**Please remember, we love to pick up your gracious donations, but we are not a moving service. Please have small items packed appropriately and ALL items in the garage or out front on the driveway on the day of pickup.
If items are not ready for pickup then appointment will need to be re-scheduled**
We are a small organization with and a VOLUNTEER staff. Please note, we experience a high volume of pickup requests at the end of each month and appreciate your patience as we respond requests in order and as quickly as possible. We can’t do next day pickups, we are usually scheduled a few weeks out, so please plan for pickups.
Drop offs welcomed only on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays from 10 AM – 2:30 PM, our warehouse address is 1825 E. Via Burton, Anaheim, 92806.
• Clean rugs (up to 6’ x 9’) rolled and taped
• Clean, properly packaged housewares, not chipped or broken
• Decorative items, no holiday items
• Silverware, kitchen utensils
• Furniture in good condition, dressers, coffee tables, night stands, end tables, tv stands, couches, dining room tables (we no longer take 60 in and larger or rectangle glass or marble tables), chairs, recliners (no entertainment centers, china cabinets, armoires)
• Large appliances in working order & clean (gently used refrigerators, gas ranges, washer/dryer)
• Lamps floor or table tops only
• Mattresses, box springs, futons, day beds, only in clean and in usable condition with no stains! (No head & footboards, platform beds, sleep by number, captain beds)
• Clean, used small appliances (counter top microwaves, coffeemakers, irons, fans, toasters, blenders. etc.)
• Cash/checks/bonds/deeds/working vehicles/property
• Clothes/Purses/Shoes
• Baby and children’s items including toys, stuffed animals
• Exercise equipment
• Medical equipment or supplies or hospital beds
• Items that are molded, water damaged faded, or broken
• Items needing to be cleaned, or that are stained
• Ceiling fans, or hanging lamps, chandlers
• Window coverings, blinds/draperies/rods
• Broken or chipped dishware/glassware
• Desks/Credenza (Executive/Commercial size)
• Electronics older than 5 years, TVs that take more than one person to carry
• Entertainment Centers, China Cabinets, Armoires
• Gas/kerosene operated equipment
• Books/Magazines of any kind
• Sporting Equipment
• Used cosmetics, hairbrushes, toothbrushes
• Home Improvement items
• Holiday Items/Decorations
• Camping Gear of any kind
If you have any questions regarding your donation, please do not hesitate to email us at: pickup@patriotsandpaws.org 714-323-7229
7/2022
Thank you to all of our RLS community gardeners for all their hard work. The gardens have never looked better! Well done everyone!
A special thank you to community gardener, Cindy for taking on the task of bringing back the Pet Memorial Garden located under the tree in the Community Garden.
With the new black mulch it actually resembles a big dog bone! Place a memorial rock as a remembrance of your beloved pet.
If you know of a new neighbor that has moved in please let Joan know so that she can welcome them to our community.
Contact Joan Flinn 714-290-5993 inlikeflinn123@gmail.com
ONLY the items listed below can be accepted at the recycling center.
All Aluminum All Milk Jugs All Water Jugs Plastic Water Bottles Plastic Cans Juice Bottles Tea Bottles/Jars Beer & Wine Bottles
Any Item that is similar to the above items is most likely recyclable (No steel cans)
The money collected will be used toward HOO future events. Items should be bagged and placed in the driveway of: Richard Kohls at 247 Albatross
All other recycling can be put in the appropriate dumpster bins in the RV parking area.
Recycling dumpsters are picked up every Wednesday. Trash dumpsters are picked up Tuesday and Friday.
If you would like an organics recycling bucket please contact RLS office.
The Rancho La Siesta park would like to welcome all the new residents! One of the perks we have to share here, are the community gardens. The garden pictured below is located behind the pool area. There is also a garden next to the car wash. Residents can sign up to use an available raised bed and grow their own vegetables and fruit. To reserve a bed to start your planting, please call our garden organizer:
RICH
KOHLS – 971-404-9628
The Garden of Spring 2025! Many thanks to those that participated in sprucing up the garden with a newer look!
To the left is a picture of the Pet Memorial Garden where you can place a decorative rock or other type of memorial for your pet.
Below is a list of recommendations provided by some residents of the park. These are actual businesses our neighbors have used and provided to share quality vendors for your household services. We are grateful for any additions to this list. Please send your quality vendors info to: Denice 909-238-9290
A/C - HEATING American Mobile Home/ Appliance 714-745-2863 Patricia JCL & Sons 714-892-6599 jclweatherman@yahoo.com LeeAnn
COMPUTER TECH Jason Seifert, 714-585-9267 Jason@jmstechnical.com Jerry
CONTRACTOR Dave Volz
DOG GROOMING Lucky Paws 18050 Magnolia 714-968-5759 LeeAnn
PET Euthanasia(at home) Dr. Marki (peaceful, loving & private) (562) 999-4901 Christal
714-742-6263 Cheryl- Los Amigos
ELECTRICAL WORK Kimo Woehrmann 714-717-7177 Denice / Chloe
HOME CLEANING JonRiding, Evergreen Cleaning Co., 657-203-3393 Jerry
HOME WASHING Mobile Home Washing/ Rick Dailey 951-956-7948 Gail and Patricia
LEVELING Cecilio Perez 714-683-1101 Patricia
PLUMBING Coast Plumbing 714-262-4009 Christal Rick Wymore 714-801-2071 LeeAnn
REPAIRS Wood Doctor/ Tyler 714-231-3301 Patricia
REPLACEMENT PARTS DMAC in Anaheim 714-808-3918 Patricia
ROOFING Jay's Roofing 714-243-2120 Cheryl/ Denice
SCREENS Surf City Screens(Doors&Windows) 714-465-0496 Patricia
SENIOR IN HOME CARE Sean Souza- HOME MATTERS 565-848-2273 Jerry
SENIOR LIVING ADVISOR Tracy Lancaster 714-625-1725 info@locallivingsolutions.com Pam 714-717-1703
Rancho La Siesta makes no recommendations or guarantees for these businesses listed. Our neighborhood
Ron Ross 714-322-8922
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10.Trowel wielder
11.Flexible mineral
13.Believed
14.African conflict of 1899-1902
16.Not out
17.Big Apple attraction, with “the”
18.In attendance
20.Shiver from fear
22.Chill
24.Big time?
25.Wuss
27.Chemical ending
28.“The Republic” writer
29.Darling Down
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2.Part of “the works”
3.“Good one!”
4.Morning, for short
5.Gandhi’s title
6.Conniver
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26.Rocky’s greeting
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You only need logic and patience to solve a wordoku.
Simply make sure that each 3x3 square region has only one letter from the word HELIPORT. Similarly, each letter can only appear once in a column or row
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1.What weekly radio program has been hosted by Ira Glass since 1995? a"Car Talk," b-"This American Life," c-"All Things Considered," d-"A Prairie Home Companion."
2. What broken crystal animal is offered to Jim by Laura at the end of the Tennessee Williams play "The Glass Menagerie"? a-Unicorn, b-Swan, c-Deer, d-Alligator.
3.What architect designed the glass pyramid in the courtyard of the Louvre Museum in Paris? a-William Burgess, b-I.M. Pei, c- Eliel Saarinen, d- Benjamin Latrobe.
4.What New Wave band had a #1 hit with the song "Heart of Glass" in 1979? a-The Happenings, b-The Dolls, c-Blondie, d-Wang Chung.
5.Father Time carries an hourglass in one hand, and what object in the other hand? a-Football, b-Flute, c-Beaker, dScythe.
6.What actress is accused of being a Soviet spy in the comedy film "The GlassBottom Boat"? a-Doris Day, b-Eleanor Powell, c-Judy Garland, d-Brigitte Bardot.
7.Which of the dwarves in Disney's "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" wore glasses? a-Happy, b-Bashful, c-Doc, d-Grumpy.
8. What was the last name of the police detective played by Ron Glass on "Barney Miller"? a-Meyers, b-OíHara, c-Harris, dRiley.
9. Who recorded the 1974 top 10 song "Long Tall Glasses (I Can Dance)"? a-John Denver, b-Engelbert Humperdinck, c-Carl Douglas, d-Leo Sayer.
10.Selenium is used in glassmaking to create glass of what color? a-Red, b-Yellow, c-Violet, d-Green.
Less ego, more wealth. Saving money is the gap between your ego and your income, and wealth is what you don't see. So wealth is created by suppressing what you could buy today in order to have more stuff or more options in the future.
Morgan Housel
More people can be greater leaders than they think they can, but they need a purpose greater than themselves.
William J. Clinton, 42nd president of the United States.
Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.
Frequently attributed to Abraham Lincoln, 16th president of the United State
Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan, "Press on," has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.
Calvin Coolidge, 30th president of the United States, from a sign on his desk.
Any man worth his salt will stick up for what he believes right, but it takes a slightly better man to acknowledge instantly and without reservation that he is in error.
Andrew Jackson, 7th president of the United States
Live without pretending, Love without depending, Listen without defending, Speak without offending.
Aubrey Drake Graham (Drake), Recording artist, songwriter
If Trivial Pursuit had been designed by economists, it would have had 100 questions and 3,000 answers.
Ronald Reagan
The young woman really thought she'd been very patient through a protracted period of dating with no talk of marriage.
One night her steady boyfriend took her to a Chinese restaurant. As he perused the menu, he casually asked her, "So . . . how do you like your rice? Boiled? Steamed? Or fried?"
Without missing a beat, she looked over her menu at him and replied clearly, "Thrown."
While proudly showing off his new apartment to friends late one night, one wag led the way to his bedroom where there was a big brass gong.
"What's that big brass gong for?" one of the guests asked.
"Why, that's the talking clock," the man replied. "Watch", the man said, giving the gong an ear-shattering pound with a hammer.
Suddenly, someone on the other side of the wall screamed, "F'gosh sakes, you idiot, it's 2 a.m. in the morning!"
The children were lined up in the cafeteria of a Catholic elementary school for lunch. At the head of the table was a large pile of apples. The nun made a note, and posted on the apple tray:
"Take only ONE. God is watching."
Moving further along the lunch line, at the other end of the table was a large pile of chocolate chip cookies.
A child had written a note, "Take all you want. God is watching the apples."
Answers to Looking Glass
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ADOPT-A-SHELTER-CAT MONTH. Web: aspca.org
ALZHEIMER'S AND BRAIN AWARENESS MONTH. Web: alz.org.
CATARACT AWARENESS MONTH
DEMENTIA CARE PROFESSIONALS MONTH. Web: alzfdn.org.
FIREWORKS SAFETY MONTHS. June 1-July 4. Web: preventblindness. org.
JUNE DAIRY MONTH. Web: nfraweb. org.
NATIONAL OCEAN MONTH
NATIONAL POLLINATOR MONTH.
NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH. Web: nsc.org.
NATIONAL ZOO AND AQUARIUM MONTH. Web: aza.org
PERENNIAL GARDENING MONTH. Web: perennialplant.org
1-July 31, Fireworks Safety Months. By Prevent Blindness America.
1-30, National Safety Month. Safety at work, at home, and on the road. National Safety Council
1.National Cancer Survivors Day.38th year.
2, Scopes Trial began, 1925. It challenged the teaching of evolution in schools, a 100-year milestone for science education debates.
3, World Bicycle Day. Recognized by the UN to promote cycling for health, sustainability, and transport.
4, Chrysler Corporation founded in 1925. A 100-year milestone for the automotive industry.
5, World Environment Day. Observed in over 100 countries.
6, National Donut Day. Celebrates the Salvation Army's "Doughnut Lassies" from World War I, observed on the first Friday of . Social: #NationalDonutDay
7, World Food Safety Day. Raises awareness about preventing foodborne illnesses.
8, World Oceans Day. Social: #WorldOceansDay
9, National Headache and Migraine Awareness Month.
Social: #MHAM
10, National Iced Tea Day.
11, Strawberry Moon.
12, First Motel. In 1925, the first motel, the Milestone Mo-Tel, opened in San Luis Obispo, California, a 100-year milestone in travel history.
13, Film Milestone. In 1975, the film Jaws premiered, a 50-year milestone in cinematic history.
14, Flag Day.
14, World Blood Donor Day. Encourages blood donations to save lives. Social: #GiveBlood
15, Father’s Day. Social: #FathersDay
16, National Nursing Assistants’ Week Begins.
17, TV Milestone: In 1975, the first episode of Saturday Night Live aired, a 50-year milestone in television comedy.
18, International Sushi Day.
19, Juneteenth. Commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., recognized as a federal holiday since 2021.
20, World Refugee Day.
21, Summer Solstice. Marks the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere. Social: #FirstDayofSummer
21, Computer Milestone. In 1975, the IBM PC’s precursor, the Model 5100, was released, a 50-year milestone in personal computing.
21, Greenland National Holiday.
22, Scleroderma Awareness Month.
22-28, Lightning Safety Awareness
23, International Widows’ Day.
23, Voting Rights. In 1975, the Voting Rights Act amendments were signed, a 50-year milestone in U.S. civil rights.
24, NATO Summit Begins. A NATO summit is scheduled in The Hague, Netherlands, addressing global security.
25, Civil Rights. In 1925, the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters was founded, a 100year milestone in labor and civil rights.
25, Day of the Seafarer.
26, International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
27, National Sunglasses Day. Social: #NationalSunglassesDay
28, Grand Ole Opry begins. In 1925, the Grand Ole Opry began broadcasting.
29, Computer Milestone: In 1975, Steve Wozniak tested the Apple I prototype, a 50year milestone in personal computing.
30, Television Milestone: In 1925, the first televised image was transmitted by John Logie Baird.
Men's Health Week: June 9-15
There's a chronic health problem among American men: They are more much more likely to avoid going to the doctor.
According to UAB Medicine, only about 60 percent of American men between the ages of 22 and 65 receive an annual physical, and many men will only seek care if they suspect a serious medical problem. And the Cleveland Clinic has found that about 65 percent of men will avoid going to the doctor for as long as possible.
infections. Many of these issues could have been detected earlier or prevented entirely with more routine medical care and annual physicals.
Dr. Patrick Selph, a urologist with UAB Medicine, notes that avoiding routine medical care means that medical conditions may go undetected for years. In his own clinic, Selph routinely diagnoses patients with diabetes or high blood pressure after they seek care for unrelated complaints like urinary tract
Why do people avoid care? Cost, inadequate insurance coverage, not enough local providers, and lack of time are some of the most common obstacles, according to Nashville Medical News. But avoidance is common even if care is readily available. According to Texas Health, around one-quarter of men have felt judged by healthcare providers, and nearly half fear uncomfortable discussions about their sexual health. Other anxiety-provoking topics include their workout frequency, alcohol and to-
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The magenta filling inside a Pop-Tart, the nuclear glow of a sour apple lollipop, and the powdered drink mix that turns dark purple with water. The saturated colors that you see in these and thousands of other commercially prepared foods usually come from artificial food dyes -- but may not for much longer after the federal government announced its plan to completely remove petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the U.S. food supply.
ficial colors to heightened cancer risks and behavioral problems in kids.
According to NBC News, nine of the 36 FDA-approved food dyes are derived from petroleum. The other 27 approved colors are derived from vegetables and other natural sources. While researchers have not yet found a clear causal relationship between food dyes and health complications, studies have already linked arti-
The push to eliminate artificial colors from the food supply is nothing new. According to CNN, the FDA announced a ban on red dye No. 3 during the Biden administration. California enacted its own statewide prohibition in 2023. Red 3 is already banned in the European Union, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and several other countries, along with a number of other artificial colors that the U.S. allows (at least for now).
Food manufacturers will certainly feel the impact of the ban if it takes effect, but consumers are unlikely to notice much of a difference. The additives don't impact taste, and natural alternatives are widely available.
Daily pill may be as effective as Ozempic
A new GLP-1 drug may be as effective as Ozempic and Mounjaro for weight loss and blood sugar control with just a daily pill. The New York Times reports that orforglipron from drugmaker Eli Lilly produced similar results in clinical trials as injectable GLP-1 drugs, which must be carefully transported and refrigerated until use. Lilly plans to seek approval later this year and the new drug is expected to hit the market in 2026.
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Intense workouts may not be necessary to reap the cancer-preventing benefits of exercise. According to a new study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, even light physical activity like walking is associated with significantly decreased risk for certain types of cancer. Study participants who averaged 7,000 steps per day (regardless of intensity) were 11 percent less likely to develop cancer, while those who clocked in at 9,000 were 16 percent less likely.
People who require emergency care or hospitalization related to marijuana use are substantially more likely to develop dementia than other patients, according to a new study published in the journal JAMA Neurology. Researchers examined medical records for more than 6 million Ontario residents and found that people who sought care for cannabis-related reasons were 23 percent more likely to develop dementia within five years compared to other patients during the same period, and 72 percent more likely to develop dementia at any point. Regular cannabis users are also nearly 25 percent more likely to require emergency care and hospitalization.
