Health Losing weight: The best advice regarding weight control is to monitor your weight regularly andmodify your diet and exercise when you are exceeding the normal values for your age, sex and build. Becoming overweight or obese can increase your risk for cardiovascular diseases, Type 2 diabetes, certain types of cancer, hypertension and osteoarthritis. Online calculators for your BMI (body mass index) reflect your weight-to-height ratio and can help guide you or your health advisor to your goal for optimal weight. Reducing your calories − as well as increasing your physical activity and exercise − can help you achieve healthier weight levels. Dieting in seniors is a complex issue and should be done with the guidance of a physician or dietician. Nicotine: For many years, it has been proven that nicotine from cigarettes, pipes and cigars is associated with a significant risk for heart disease, as well as other illnesses. In June, the American Heart Association announced that recent laboratory research has shown that flavour additives in electronic cigarettes and related tobacco products could impair blood vessel function and may be an early indicator of heart damage. The association cautions against the use of all e-cigarettes which contain tobacco products and promotes further research into flavoured products. The widespread knowledge of tobacco being related to cardiovascular disease, lung cancer and other conditions, along with all of the public health laws restricting their use, has been a major factor in reducing the incidence of smoking and developing these conditions in Canada. Nevertheless, nearly five million Canadians Forgot your prescription medication or have an unexpected medical situation during your stay in Florida? S.O.S. Mobile Medical Care can help in the privacy and comfort of your home, RV, or hotel so you can avoid crowded waiting rooms when you would rather be off making memories. Youmay be out on vacation, but our doctors are always in. 813-226-3332 • sosmmc.com Call us today to request a visit. Virtual visits are available anywhere in the state. In-person visits are available throughout central Florida. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. CSANews | FALL 2022 | 39
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