King Living Home & Lifestyle Magazine - AUGUST 2015

AUGUST 2015

H OHMOEM & L LEE MMAAGGAAZZI IN E L &I F L IEFSE TS Y TY NE E

SUMMER FUN IN KING

WEEKEND DIY:

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SUMMER APPETIZER

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AVOID INJURIES ON THE GOLF COURSE THIS SUMMER

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KITCHEN FIRE SAFETY • Keep your cooking area clean to prevent reach and reduce the risk of spills. grease buildup.

• Teach children that hot things can burn.

Every kitchen should have the following • Have nothing flammable near the stove. • Never hold a child while cooking. safety essentials on-hand: Keep curtains, potholders, dishtowels, • Fire Extinguisher: An ABC Dry Chemical food packaging, and mom’s recipe cards IF A COOKING FIRE STARTS fire extinguisher is the best option since away from the stove.

• Water and grease don’t mix. In the event it won’t accelerate grease fires. Read the • Heat cooking oil slowly. Be patient with of a grease fire, NEVER POUR WATER ON instructions and know how to operate it. those French fries; heating oil too quickly IT. It will spread. Use a fire extinguisher, • Smoke Detector: A smoke detector with can easily start a fire. or when in doubt, get out and call for help. a pause button is best in case of false • Put a lid on it. If a pan catches fire, alarms. Neighboring rooms to the kitchen COOKING WITH YOUR LITTLE CHEFS slide a lid over the pan and turn off the should also have smoke detectors.

It may be unavoidable for kids to resist the stove burner. Leave the lid on until it is • Oven Mitts: Protect those hands with a pleasant smells wafting from the kitchen. completely cool. thick, durable pair.

Kids often want to help cook, so bear in • Keep the oven or microwave door shut if mind the following tips: fire starts. Turn off the heat. If the flames SAFE HOME COOKIN’ do not go out immediately, get out and • Enforce a “kid-free zone.” Young children Be a safe chef in your home by remembering call for help. should be kept at least 3 feet away from these safety practices, and prevent a fire • Stop, drop and roll. If your clothes catch the stove while older family members from ever starting: fire, smother them on the kitchen floor are cooking to avoid accidents and spills. before getting out of the house.

• Don’t leave your cooking unattended. • Use the back burners and turn pot Checking your email or watching TV can handles toward the center of the range. wait until you’ve switched off the burner.

This will keep hot items out of a child’s Courtesy of Anna Raeli, State Farm KITCHEN FIRE SAFETY MUST-HAVES

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HOW TO AVOID

INJURIES ON THE G O LF

COU R S E

this Summer

(NC) For even the best of us golf can be a frustrating sport. The precision, patience, resiliency, and mental strength required challenges even the most talented and level-headed participants. With that being said golf is one of the most popular Canadian summer past times and is enjoyed by Canadians of all skill levels. While golf will undoubtedly test our mental strength, it can be even more taxing on our bodies. The constant bending over, repetitive swing motion, and hot weather conditions take a physical toll.

Here are some tips from the Ontario Chiropractic Association to help prepare your body for a round of golf and avoid injury:

FIND YOUR SWING It is very easy for amateur golfers to injure themselves by repeatedly doing an incorrect swing. Everyone’s swing is different, but it is important to work with a swing that benefits our game and body. Consulting with a professional before hitting the links will help develop our game and avoid injury.

and cushioning. This helps your back in both the short and long term.

PREPARATION Always make sure to stretch your muscles prior to and after a round of golf. We may be in a rush to reach the 19th hole, but it is important to cool our muscles down after a strenuous round.

THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT Wearing

CARRYING YOUR BAG Lugging your

proper golf attire goes beyond simply looking the part. Your playing partners will be intimidated when they see you strut to the tee box looking like Jordan Spieth; that is until you flub your first drive 20 yards right into the water. Wearing soft spike golf shoes gives you greater shock absorption

golf bag around the course adds a lot of unnecessary stress to your body. Elect to either drive a golf cart or else push your pull your bag using a golf bag cart.

HYDRATE Hydration is fundamental to success and safety in any sport. This is magnified when we are playing an outdoor sport during the summer. Drinking water helps decrease your risk of injury and fatigue when on the golf course.

For more information check out www.chiropractic.on.ca.

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CELL PHONE RECYCLING IS AN EASY CALL (NC) Most of us have owned on average three or four cell phones prior to our current one.

That means that a lot of us likely have a slew of old devices that are either getting hidden away in junk drawers or disposed of incorrectly.

accepted, regardless of brand or condition. If you can’t get to one of the drop-off locations in your neighborhood, the web site offers a printable postage-paid label that can be used to mail the device back to Recycle My Cell at absolutely no cost. After your device is received, it is sent to a processor where it can be refurbished or broken down.

Recycle My Cell, Canada’s free cell phone recycling program, makes it easy to dispose of your old devices responsibly. Visit www. “Thinking green doesn’t need to be RecycleMyCell.ca and enter your postal code complicated, and keeping old cell phones to locate the drop-off locations closest to out of our landfills couldn’t be easier,” says you where your old wireless devices will be Bernard Lord, president & CEO of the

Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association. “I encourage all Canadians to take a few moments to reflect on some of the simple things they can do to help protect the environment for future generations.”

Businesses and community organizations across the country can also help communities go green by hosting a Recycle My Cell drop-off location. Registration is quick and easy, and pre-paid shipping and promotional materials are provided at no cost. For more information, contact info@RecycleMyCell.ca.

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WEEKEND DIY:

DO A DECK MA KEOV ER

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is all you need to transform the look of your backyard (NC) All it takes is one day of work to revive some of the most tired or neglected outdoor spaces. Did you know, for example, that there are a wide variety of do-it-yourself products these days, some of which can make deck restoration so easy? One weekend is all you need to transform the look of your backyard – and it’s true that refinishing your deck can be done in just three simple steps: PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR WORK SPACE

Wet the plant life around the deck then cover to protect against product run-off. Wear old clothes, protective glasses and gloves.

Clear the deck of all furniture and decorative items.

PREPARE THE SURFACE

It’s important to clean the deck first, according to manufacturers of the Thompson’s WaterSeal products. An effective solution is their Heavy Duty Deck Cleaner, but be sure to follow the usage instructions. These products should be applied with a staining brush and then rinsed with a garden hose or pressure washer.

Then repair loose screws or damaged boards on the deck surface.

APPLY THE SEALER

Allow the deck to dry from the rinse for a few hours and then you can protect the surface. Another popular DIY product for the job is Thompson’s WaterSeal Advanced Formula. Available in clear, honey gold, nutmeg brown, and natural cedar finishes, it can be easily matched to exterior paint or siding.

To prolong the life of your equipment when you are finished, clean it thoroughly with soap and water.

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Grill up the perfect

SUMMER

APPETIZER GRILLED MINI PIZZAS ARE A FUN AND ENTERTAINING OPTION IN THE SUMMER

“Serve these Creamy Asiago Mini Naan Pizzas as a quick and easy appetizer at your next backyard barbecue,” recommends CHEF TOM FILIPPOU,

Executive Chef for President’s Choice Cooking School.

“Get your guests involved by setting up a selection of toppings and having them create their own pizza before popping them on the grill.”

Creamy Asiago Mini Naan Pizzas

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS • 6 PC Whole Wheat Naan Rounds • 6 tbsp (90 mL) PC Artichoke & Asiago Dip • 3 PC Cocktail Tomatoes, thinly sliced • 1/3 cup (75 mL) Very finely sliced shallots • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) Freshly ground black pepper • 1 cup (250 mL) PC Organics Baby Arugula

1. Preheat barbecue to medium-low heat.

2. Place naan rounds on work surface. Spread 1 tbsp (15 mL) dip over one naan leaving 1/2-inch (1 cm) border around edges; repeat with remaining naan.

3. Arrange 2 to 3 tomato slices on each naan; top each with some shallots. Season with fresh ground pepper.

4. Place naan rounds carefully on grill; cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until shallots are tender and light golden and naan is crisp with grill marks. Transfer to serving platter; top with arugula. Serve immediately.

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HOW TO PROTECT

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OUTDOOR FURNITURE (NC) Times have changed. Outdoor living has evolved past the solitary picnic table in the shade of a tree, or a couple of folding chairs on a patio slab.

that is exposed outside is likely to show signs of fading and over time it will start to absorb water. Since no one likes to sit on a wet cushion, consider protecting fabrics before this happens – and applying a quick and innovative spray product can do it.

The Thompson’s WaterSeal brand points out, for example, that their Fabric Seal is a popular formula with a UV retardant. It protects many outdoor fabrics from rain and UV rays, including:

Today we live in the age of multi-level decks, sunshades, pergolas, privacy curtains, coffee conversation furniture and outdoor kitchens, all of it creating a warm and inviting area where you can relax and enjoy the warmer months. Integration of cushions, throw pillows and an umbrella can also add the type of style and beauty that takes your • Canvas awnings • Tents living room outdoors.

• Umbrella Most outdoor fabrics contain built-in • Outdoor cushions protection, but the more it spends time in • Hammocks the elements, the more this protective layer • Sports, fishing and hunting gear can break down and wear off. Material • Patio chairs

Most outdoor fabrics contain built-in protection, but the more it spends time in the elements, the more this protective layer can break down and wear off.

If your furniture has been outside without protection a multipurpose cleaning product for fabrics, furniture, vinyl sidings, and wood surfaces is also recommended by Thompson’s.

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Congratulations to all Canadian participants, volunteers and athletes on setting a new record for most medals won.

JOY

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(NC) It’s no secret that the beautiful Canadian summer weather helps kick start our physical activity. While we all know moving our bodies is good for our health, there is a scientific link between moving our bodies and happiness.

“Moving regularly and eating well has been shown to help with depression, anxiety and other mood disorders,” said Kathleen Trotter, a Canadian fitness and nutrition expert. “I always tell my clients that the worse their mood the more important the workout because gets them into a positive headspace.

Activity also positively affects the cardiovascular, lymphatic and digestive system as well as metabolism. It is associated with decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes, and affects how our bodies metabolize glucose.

According to Trotter, proper nutrition also plays an integral role in managing symptoms of depression, anxiety and other mood beans, nuts and vegetables, is usually advised disorders. Blood sugar imbalances, allergies, to help stabilize mood. and deficiencies in vitamins, minerals, essential fats and amino acids have all been linked to low Often times, people get caught up in the mood. To run properly, our body needs vitamins amount of time they should be working out. and minerals to make neurotransmitters However, Trotter said this is a trap. and hormones and stabilize our blood sugar.

Neurotransmitters and hormones help our “Don’t question if what you are doing is enough,” body maintain balance and health which in she added. “Any amount of movement - whether turn effects our mood. it lasts for twenty minutes or two minutes - will positively affect your health.”

Vitamins like vitamin B, specifically B6, and folic acid help produce serotonin efficiently. Therefore For more information about healthy eating, a diet high in B vitamins and folic acid, found in visit www.quesada.ca.

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