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he dawn of a new year marks a great time to turn over a new leaf. Many people begin a new year by making resolutions, and aspiring to eat healthier is annually among the most popular pledges health-conscious individuals make.

• Treat yourself, but only periodically. It’s unreasonable and potentially counterproductive to avoid foods seen as treats completely. Cutting out indulgent foods may seem appropriate, but such an approach could make you miserable, and a diet that sparks feelings of misery will prove harder to commit to than one that allows for the occasional indulgence. Moderation is the name of the game, and that should be a rule of thumb for both healthy foods and indulgences. Don’t make indulgences part of your daily routine, even if you eat them in moderation.

Rather, save treats for special occasions, and even then only eat them in moderation.

A recent Statista survey of hundreds of people across the globe found that eating healthier was the second most popular New Year’s resolution of 2023. 50 percent of respondents indicated they set goals to eat healthier in the year ahead. Though each year is different, it’s fair to assume a similarly large percentage of resolution-minded individuals will aspire to eat healthier over the next 12 months. As people begin their journeys to a healthier lifestyle, they can consider these strategies to stay the course with a new diet.

• Consider eating less, but more frequently. Data is conflicting regarding eating smaller but more frequent meals. A 2015 study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that individuals with six or more eating occasions in 24 hours had a lower mean body mass index than those with four or fewer eating occasions in 24 hours. The researchers behind the study concluded that eating a larger number of small meals throughout the day may be associated with improved diet quality and lower BMI. This approach is commonly referred to as “grazing,” and some research has • Do not eat too close to bedtime. A 2014 study published in indicated it has no metabolic advantage over other approaches the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics found that eating more of a day’s total energy intake in the evening is associated to eating. So what to make of the mixed results? Dieters can decide for themselves and eat more frequent but smaller, healthier with a higher risk of being overweight or obese. The researchmeals to combat hunger pangs that can arise when switching ers behind the study concluded that eating more of the day’s energy intake at midday can lower the risk of being overweight to a new diet. If hunger no longer poses a threat that can derail your diet, then this approach might increase the chances you or obese. Individuals are more likely to stay the course when they see positive results, so try to eat dinner several hours bestay committed to eating right. www.longislandmediagroup.com

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Realty, timed in at three hours and 46 minutes beating his previous personal best. He has continuously challenged himself post high school and college cross country and has run several marathons and an unofficial ultra-marathon. “Anyone who selflessly serves our country deserves to live comfortably within it, just like the people they protect,” said Justin. “Thank you to United Way of Long Island for the opportunity to raise funds for Mission United in support of Long Island veterans.

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he TCS New York City Marathon represents the best of New York—when all New Yorkers come together to support each other and cheer on their neighbors. For the seventh year, United Way of Long Island was selected as a charity partner for the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon.

United Way of Long Island’s Team Mission United runners finished the 26.2-mile course, raising over $32,000 in support of U.S. military veterans and their families on Long Island.

Every runner has their own unique story for why they run.

Christine Borg (Huntington, NY) Christine finished her first ever marathon first among the Mission United Team runners in three and a half hours. As a former D1 athlete, running the NYC Marathon had always been on her bucket list. Christine knew training for the marathon would take dedication and sacrifice, especially after breaking her back in 2016, but her inspiration was the Long Island veterans who dedicated their lives to protecting our country. “The Mission United cause holds an important place in my heart and supports veterans who gave so much for our country. Showcasing my effort toward training lets me teach my three young boys what giving back means,” Christine said.

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Andrew Tulenko (East Northport, NY) Andrew, a former high school and college runner, completed the race in four hours and 18 minutes. He is a National Grid engineer and a Naval Reservist, originally from Colorado, who joined the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy here on Long Island, where he met his wife and built a family. “I wanted to run in support of Mission United because I believe in the value that its various programs provide to veterans,” Andrew said. “Adjusting back to civilian life and continuing to provide for their families can be difficult, so veterans should have the best support possible. Not only is this important for veterans themselves, but also for society. I wanted to take this opportunity to help contribute and build awareness for this cause.”

Alma Rocha (Freeport, NY) Alma, a Freeport Elementary School Principal, finished her 32nd marathon in six hours and 47 minutes. "The first time I ran the Long Island Half Marathon was the first time I saw veterans running with just one limb,” Alma said. “In Mexico where I grew up, war wasn’t something I thought about often. So, when I ran the half marathon, it was real for me to see someone with a lost arm or leg. The impact that had on me to be able to come back to the world with crutches or wheelchairs takes my heart. I thought, if veterans can run this, what can I do?" Alma ran “not for recognition but to contribute to United Way’s Mission United."

Since 2016, Team Mission United has raised more than $200,000 for veterans through runners’ participation in the TCS New York City Marathon. To participate in this once-ina-lifetime race, each Team Mission United member made a minimum fundraising commitment of $3,000.

“We couldn’t be prouder of all the work our runners have put in throughout these past twelve months,” said Theresa A. Regnante, President and CEO of United Way of Long Island.

“Our veterans across Long Island are collectively grateful for Team Mission United’s support to live healthy and productive lives and build brighter futures.”

Thank you Team Mission United, Premier Veteran Supporter Sands New York, and all the sponsors for helping United Way of Long Island connect veterans and their families to local services and resources that provide the support they deserve. If you’re looking to join Team Mission United in 2024, visit www.unitedwayli.org/TMURaceApplication.

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Neighborhood News: 150 Baskets Of Food Donated

people to learn. A full pantry and fridge at home is something that should not be taken for granted. Frankly, this is my most personally rewarding annual program. You can actually feel the good intention and positive vibes coming from the families who stop in to donate holiday food. Everyone involved leaves the event feeling that they’ve done something good and worthwhile for their community. It’s such a direct and beautiful way to make a real difference in someone’s life. What a great way to start the Holiday Season!” - Stacey Sanders, Smithtown Youth Bureau Executive Director

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n Saturday, November 4th and Saturday, November 11th, the Town of Smithtown Youth Bureau held their Annual Adopt-A-Family Food Drive, which supports the Smithtown Emergency Food Pantry. Local students and parents answered the call to help feed local families in need just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. This huge outpouring of generosity led to enough donations to fill 150 baskets of food. Each meal basket contains a variety of items, including non-perishable foods, fresh vegetables, baked goods, a voucher for a turkey or ham, as well as a holiday greeting card for an “adopted” family.

Ten student volunteers helped run the event by collecting food donations, sorting the items, assembling the baskets with all of the “trimmings”, moving all donations to the Food Pantry’s storage area, and giving out Community Service Certificates to all students who brought full basket donations. Sixty students brought in baskets they had fully stocked themselves.

The support from the community was outstanding, as numerous families and local business representatives participated as well. Smithtown Emergency Food Pantry volunteers were on hand on donation drop-off days providing food for their clients as part of their year-round community support for those struggling with food insecurity.

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This annual event is well known in the community, and shopping and donating has become a family holiday tradition for many. The Youth Bureau starts planning and promoting the event about a month prior to the two drop-off dates. This gives enough time for families to pick up empty boxes/baskets from the pantry if they wish, and reserve some time for shopping and drop-off as a family. Additionally, getting the word out early allows time for school district leadership and community service clubs, as well as Girl and Boy Scout Troop Leaders to involve their students. Parents, school districts and numerous community organizations play a huge role in spreading the word about this Youth Bureau initiative, as well as their other year-round family and school-based programming.

The Annual Adopt-A-Family Food Drive helps increase the Smithtown Emergency Food Pantry’s ability to support families and raises awareness about the issue of food insecurity in every community. Some families need more help than others, and for varying lengths of time. Almost 300,000 people on Long Island will suffer from hunger at some point this year.

39% of those affected by hunger on Long Island are children.

To get involved with future Youth Bureau events, apply to become a volunteer with the Smithtown Youth Bureau Volunteer Corps. Complete and submit the online volunteer application form, available on the Youth Bureau website. Adults and students are invited to register.

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like supply chain issues, and red tape. However, the incredible amount of teamwork involved solidified a beautiful end result… one that Smithtown Residents will enjoy for years to come.” - Supervisor Ed Wehrheim The facility will remain open to the public, while the Parks Department will begin constructing a new playground and pickle ball courts at Callahan's Beach. Construction work on the playground and pickleball areas will be contained so that public access will not be interrupted.

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Neighborhood News: Billy Joel Exhibit Now Open

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he Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) has officially opened its long-anticipated exhibit—'Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey.’ This exhibit is the first of its kind, as it is dedicated exclusively to a LIMEHOF inductee. The attraction opened to the public on November 24th and had a strong opening weekend with eager visitors who flocked to visit the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, located at 97 Main Street in Stony Brook, NY. “It was a thrill to see a long line of eager fans at our opening,” said LIMEHOF Chairman Ernie Canadeo. “Over 500 fans of all ages, many from out of state, enjoyed the exhibit this past weekend, from families with young children to middle age and older adults. The smiles on everyone’s faces after they experienced the exhibit and the Hall of Fame was priceless. Billy Joel truly touches people of all ages, and this exhibit is testament to his legacy as Long Island’s favorite entertainer.”

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Billy Joel fans from near and far arrived to see the exhibit, which appeals to families and visitors of all ages.

'Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey’ was created by renowned designer and LIMEHOF board member Kevin O’Callaghan, who designed the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame and this current exhibit to great acclaim.

“It has been a thrill and an honor to work with Billy in creating this extraordinary testament to his life and music,” said Kevin, who also serves as the Creative Director at LIMEHOF. “It is one of the highlights of my long career, and I’m sure visitors will be thrilled with the result.”

This exhibit is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity where families and visitors from all walks of life may experience Billy Joel’s life-spanning career—from his roots in Hicksville/Levittown through his albums, tours, inspirations, and personal experiences. It is being supported and sponsored by Catholic Health, The Joel Foundation, Madison Square Garden Entertainment, Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel, The Haugland Group, M&T Bank, The EGC Group, D’Addario and Lessing’s Hospitality.

LIMEHOF is open Wed-Sun 11am-6pm. Tickets are available for sale at www.TheBillyJoelExhibit.com or may be purchased in person at LIMEHOF. This is a timed entry exhibit, so tickets will be sold by time block availability. There is also the option to purchase VIP ’any time‘ tickets—which may be presented at any time for the duration of the exhibit.

For more information about LIMEHOF and 'Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey,’ visit www.limehof.org.

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• Confirm restaurants are open. Many restaurants close on major holidays to enable staff to spend time with their own family members. This may be more so for Thanksgiving and Christmas than with week-long celebrations like Chanukah and Kwanzaa. Verify with restaurants if they have holiday hours, and more importantly, that they will be open on the day you will be dining out. Christmas Day falls on a Monday in 2023, which typically is a day when many restaurants are closed.

• Make a reservation. If you find an establishment open for the holiday, reserve a table early. Also, some restaurants may ask for a deposit on reservations to ensure you show up.

• Expect some menu changes. To account for reduced staff or even ease in meal service, some restaurants may opt for a price-fixed holiday menu or a limited menu from their typical offerings. Some may showcase a seasonal menu that caters to holiday favorites they think diners will expect.

There also may be fewer substitutions or customizations allowed.

• Avoid peak dining times. Restaurants may fill up after church services or around dinner time. Consider reserving your table for a less popular hour to reduce the propensity for long waits or being rushed out.

• Be patient. Kitchens can get backed up on a holiday, and it may take longer than expected for food to make it out to tables. Cut kitchen employees and servers a break as they are likely frazzled. They are trying their best to service all patrons.

• Plan to tip generously. It’s the season of giving, and you should make sure you take care of your server. You can make the day even brighter with some words of gratitude and a nice gratuity.

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Preparing and serving holiday meals to guests can be timeconsuming. In fact, many holiday hosts and hostesses lament that hosting duties can compromise the time they get to spend with the ones they love each year.

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Neighborhood News: Magic Of Lights® Returns To Jones Beach

“This year marks our eighth season bringing Magic of Lights to families across the continent. We are an annual family tradition in so many communities, and we are very pleased to add many new locations this year,” says Ken Hudgens, CEO of Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC. “Our innovative creative team has designed a drive-through holiday wonderland light experience that promises to dazzle and delight guests of all ages.”

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This year marks the debut of MagicVision®, a set of free, selfie-filters and playful social media animations anyone can use to create and share their own unique, animated holiday greetings with friends and family. Go to www.magicoflights. com/magicvision in advance to download, use and share the filters on social media. www.longislandmediagroup.com

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Inside the comfort of their own vehicle, guests will enjoy Magic of Lights’ classic holiday displays, including Winter Wonderland, 12 Days of Christmas, Toyland, Festive Elves and Reindeer Road. And this year, the family favorite 200-foot-long Enchanting Tunnel of Lights will be complemented by even more amazing sparkling light tunnels.

Also featured is Mattel’s hugely popular and iconic Barbie®, appearing as a soaring 32-foot-tall, animated Waving Christmas Barbie®. Elsewhere along the route you will encounter the playful Prehistoric Christmas, featuring life sized dinosaurs celebrating the season, and a towering display of the legendary BIGFOOT® Monster Truck. Created with over two million sparkling lights, Magic of Lights is a nostalgic and festive event everyone will enjoy.

For a complete schedule and to purchase tickets, visit magicoflights.com. Tickets for this colorful seasonal event are on sale now and tickets are priced per vehicle.

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Six Popular Health - Based Resolutions

Resolve to cut down on alcohol consumption if you are drinking more than two drinks per day.

3. Address stress. It’s easy to underestimate the effects of stress on the mind and body. Left unchecked, stress can contribute to heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure, says the Mayo Clinic. Resolving to reduce stress by adopting certain techniques can improve self-esteem and mood.

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4. Exercise more readily. Physician Partners of America states that exercise can improve mood and sleep, help people control their weight, reduce the risk of heart disease, improve bone and muscle strength, and potentially extend their lives. Resolving to exercise doesn’t require drastic changes. Small steps can add up to big results.

5. Visit the doctor. Too often people put off going to the doctor until something needs to be fixed with their health. It is much better to be proactive and avoid illness through testing and conversations with a physician. Doctors can recognize symptoms and risk factors that could be indicative of future illness. Routine physical exams also will check cholesterol and glucose levels, monitor blood pressure, and include other preventive care options.

6. Improve your diet. Eating more meals at home and incorporating more fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein into your meals can improve overall health.

Healthy changes top the list of New Year’s resolutions each year. Certain resolutions can greatly improve overall health.

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Revamping Resolutions: Setting Achievable New Year’s Goals

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s the clock strikes midnight, a wave of determination sweeps the globe, marking the beginning of a year filled with promises of change and growth. Despite the sincerity behind these resolutions, by February they tend to dwindle into dreams we promise ourselves we will try again next year.

But in order to stray away from another year of unfulfilled goals, changing your approach might be the solution to turn any dream into a tangible accomplishment.

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Accountability & Support There’s nothing better than having a strong support system.

Sharing resolutions with family and friends with similar goals can provide both parties with accountability and support.

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Embrace Improvement Resolutions can be a continuous journey and it’s not always something that can be achieved overnight. If your goal is something that might take time, remember to make room for improvements. Consider each day an opportunity to better yourself however that might look like.

By setting realistic and purpose-driven resolutions, you can transform your yearly promises into something sustainable for the long haul or even achieve something just for this season.

Happy New Year! Here’s to a year filled with progress, growth, and achievements.

Reflect On The Past Before you dive into new resolutions, take a moment to reminisce on previous year’s goals. Celebrate every success and likewise, acknowledge lessons learned from any unmet expectations. By doing so, you allow yourself to craft more realistic and purposeful resolutions.

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3. Label everything, so you will not need to dig through boxes or bins to know what is inside. This might be a good year to ask for a label maker for the holidays!

4. Use overhead or wall storage for holiday decor. Overhead spaces in the garage or basement walls can be good spaces to keep holiday decorations. Always keep bins and boxes off the floor, so they are not vulnerable to damage related to leaks or floods.

5. Garment bags can protect larger decorations, such as wreaths, artificial trees, or signs. If you have a large number of mechanical, illuminated, or inflatable lawn ornaments, consider investing in a small shed where these items can be safely kept. Wrap the extension cords and 1. Purchase clear, similarly sized storage bins and shelving any bracing stakes or strings used with the decorations so racks, hanging them where you plan to keep the decorait’s easy to find. tions. Most people prefer an out-of-the-way spot, such as in the garage, attic or basement. Label each bin by holiday 6. Utilize pieces of cardboard as well as toilet paper or and put the bins in chronological order to make finding paper towel tubes to keep lights and wires tidy. Tuck cords items more convenient. Uniform bin sizes make it easier to into the toilet paper tubes, and wrap lights around the stack and store. cardboard to avoid tangles.

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