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Put it on your calendar! The Franklin Downtown Partnership is planning its annual Strawberry Stroll, set for Friday, June 9, from 4 PM to 8 PM in downtown Franklin. The rain date will be Saturday, June 10 from 4 PM to 8 PM.
Stop by The Little Shop for Tasty Treats! In addition to the food, there will be music filling the air and an incredible 95+ booths lining Main Street. You'll find plenty of activities for all ages and lots of shopping opportunities, too. Be sure to explore the many new stores that have recently opened along Main Street.
The Stroll is always a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy the spring weather, and celebrate all that our town has to offer. We can't wait to see you there!
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~ Adapted from The Olive Oil & Vinegar Lover's Cookbook by Emily Lycopolus
]]>Thinking back on these past 5 years, I would say we “turned it inside out”! We started a little shop, learned a lot, made friends we love, survived through some crazy times, and created a delightful place for people to visit.
I think my mom and dad would be proud…Just had to get that out today. Thank you everyone for sticking with us!
]]>Changes to your body and brain are normal as you age. However, there are some things you can do to help slow any decline in memory and lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Here are five things I recommend to my patients in order of importance:
The first thing I tell my patients is to keep exercising. Exercise has many known benefits, and it appears that regular physical activity benefits the brain. Multiple research studies show that people who are physically active are less likely to experience a decline in their mental function and have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
We believe these benefits are a result of increased blood flow to your brain during exercise. It also tends to counter some of the natural reduction in brain connections that occur during aging, in effect reversing some of the problems.
Aim to exercise several times per week for 30–60 minutes. You can walk, swim, play tennis or any other moderate aerobic activity that increases your heart rate.
Sleep plays an important role in your brain health. There are some theories that sleep helps clear abnormal proteins in your brain and consolidates memories, which boosts your overall memory and brain health.
It is important that you try to get seven to eight consecutive hours of sleep per night, not fragmented sleep of two- or three-hour increments. Consecutive sleep gives your brain the time to consolidate and store your memories effectively. Sleep apnea is harmful to your brain’s health and may be the reason why you may struggle to get consecutive hours of sleep. Talk with your health care provider if you or a family member suspects you have sleep apnea.
Your diet plays a large role in your brain health. I recommend my patients consider following a Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes plant-based foods, whole grains, fish and healthy fats, such as olive oil. It incorporates much less red meat and salt than a typical American diet.
Studies show people who closely follow a Mediterranean diet are less likely to have Alzheimer's disease than people who don't follow the diet. Further research is needed to determine which parts of the diet have the biggest impact on your brain function. However, we do know that omega fatty acids found in extra-virgin olive oil and other healthy fats are vital for your cells to function correctly, appears to decrease your risk of coronary artery disease, and increases mental focus and slow cognitive decline in older adults.
Your brain is similar to a muscle — you need to use it or you lose it. There are many things that you can do to keep your brain in shape, such as doing crossword puzzles or Sudoku, reading, playing cards or putting together a jigsaw puzzle. Consider it cross-training your brain. So incorporate different activities to increase the effectiveness.
I don’t recommend any of the paid brain-training programs available today. These programs often make promises that they can’t keep or focus on memorization skills that aren’t useful in everyday life. Your brain can get just as good of a workout through reading or challenging yourself with puzzles. Finally, don’t watch too much television, as that is a passive activity and does little to stimulate your brain.
Social interaction helps ward off depression and stress, both of which can contribute to memory loss. Look for opportunities to connect with loved ones, friends and others, especially if you live alone. There is research that links solitary confinement to brain atrophy, so remaining socially active may have the opposite effect and strengthen the health of your brain.
Donn Dexter, M.D., is a neurologist in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.At The Little Shop we offer three types of pour spouts which are a must-have for your kitchen. These Pour Spouts are designed to fit our standard three sizes of bottles and provide easy everyday use of your oils and vinegars.
Enjoy the perfect pour and drizzle!
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]]>Are you stuck inside and starting to get bored? What better way to pass some time than making sourdough bread? This Tuscan Herb Sourdough Bread is exactly what you need. Check out the recipe on our blog (https://www.shopevoo.com/
Mike, Tracey and The Boys.
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