special features - the pulse 2011

THE PULSE

READY TO MAKE A

HEALTHY CHANGE?

Start with The Pulse;a fi rst edition feature

that welcomes you into the world of

healthy living.

2011

For more information visit: healthyabbotsford.ca2 / The Pulse 2011 Published by The Abbotsford News

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DISCOVER THE ABBOTSFORD EIGHTLook for the Discovery boxes to learn more about Abbotsford’s top 8 outdoor gems!

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The City of Abbotsford is dedicated to helping res-idents make healthy local food choices, incorporate physical activity into their daily routines and live tobacco free. I have lived and taught these prin-ciples all my life and am surprised that our society continues to fall behind in healthy living.

I ask all of you to commit to implementing a plan of action for yourself and your family to live by the healthy guidelines of good nutrition, daily physi-cal activity and no smoking. As a parent, grand-parent and Mayor I know the greatest impact that I can have is setting a good example. By living by these guidelines all my life I am happy to say

that all of my family is engaged in healthy living. I would be thrilled if my daily healthy actions could have the same impact on the City.

Abbotsford is fortunate to have all the ingredients for health, including climate, trails, facilities and programs. I challenge all of you to meet the 5-2-1-0 challenge:• Enjoy 5 or more vegetables and fruits every day. • Reduce your screen time on the TV and computer to less than 2 hours per day of your leisure time. • Engage in moderate physical activity for at least 1 hour per day. • Choose to eat healthy and eliminate sugar sweetened drinks for your children. • Don’t smoke.Abbotsford, let’s make it healthy! Take charge of your health and eat well, be active and live tobacco free. Visit healthyabbotsford.ca

Mayor George PearyFor more information visit: healthyabbotsford.ca The Pulse 2011 Published by The Abbotsford News / 3


NO ONE CAN MAKE YOU FEEL INFERIOR WITHOUT YOUR PERMISSION. - ELEANOR ROOSEVELT

TAKE IT OFF

➜RESOURCESMy Healthy Weight Action Plan:Free 12-week, online weight loss program from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. This program is developed by experts and customized for you. Go to heartandstroke.bc.ca and click on “Achieve a Healthy Weight”.>>heartandstroke.bc.ca

Healthy Families BC:This site includes videos and articles on healthy eating, healthy communities and healthy lifestyles.>>healthyfamiliesbc.ca

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DON’T COUNT OUT THE CALORIES:Are you getting enough calories? If you are trying to lose weight and are not eating enough calories your body can go into starvation-mode where your metabolism slows down and weight loss be-comes much harder.

Healthy comes in many forms, so it is important to listen to your body and know what is healthy for you. To truly be healthy you want to strive for a body weight where you feel good and have plenty of energy to take on the day. Remember that while achieving a healthy weight is important, making healthy lifestyle changes has tremendous health benefi ts even before you notice changes on the scale. Here are some healthy tips to help you feel good, get healthy and achieve YOUR healthy weight.

Eat your carbohydrates:These are essential for optimal health. The trick is to choose whole grains (bar-ley, brown rice, whole grain bread etc.) and limit the white carbohydrates (white bread, white pasta etc.).

YOUR Healthy Weight

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THE ABBOTSFORD 8: CLEARBROOK PARKDownes Bowl is an urban hiking experience for trail runners and hikers alike!The rugged trail conditions and challenging grades make this a perfect systemfor outdoor workout enthusiasts. The bowl shape of the terrain creates a natu-ral wetland at the bottom where a wooden boardwalk is perfect for observing nature in a serene setting. Hikers without a keen sense of direction are advised to take a map and compass or GPS unit. The trail network in Downes Bowl is extensive and navigating it can be a challenge.

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Eat Slowly:It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to register that you are full. If you eat too quickly it is easy to overeat and not know it until it is too late.

Start with Fruits and Vegetables: Have lots of these on your plate and eat them fi rst. Not only will you get lots of nutritional value from them but it will also help to fi ll you up.

Eat Real Food:Limit how much processed food you are eating. Processed foods are typically high in calories, salt and chemicals and low in nutritional value.

Eat Less:Start using a smaller plate when at home, you will eat less. If you are at a restaurant

share your appetizer or dessert instead of having it all to yourself or take half of your meal home for the next day.

Move Lots:Take every opportunity to get up and move. Take walks at lunch, do some yard work, park further from the store, take the stairs or play with your kids. To gauge the amount you walk around each day try using a pedometer to count your daily steps. For health benefi ts work up to 10,000 steps each day.

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For more information visit: healthyabbotsford.ca The Pulse 2011 Published by The Abbotsford News / 5

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RESOURCESThe SCOPE Project: Dedicated to providing helpful tips and advice to Live 5-2-1-0 and raise healthy kids. >>scopebc.ca

The Best Chance: Filled with up-to-date and practical informa-tion, useful tools and resources for women, expectant parents, and families with babies and toddlers up to 3 years of age. >>bestchance.gov.bc.ca

Better Together BC: Providing you with the tools you need to involve the whole family in meal planning, grocery shopping, cooking, eating and cleaning. >>bettertogetherbc.ca

Childhood Obesity Foundation: Providing information on how to prevent child-hood obesity to families, preschools, daycares, schools, communities and government. >>childhoodobesityfoundation.ca ■

POWER DOWN: No more than 2 hours of screen-time per day. Power up family games, outings & activities.• Enjoy quality family time during meals by turning the TV off and turning the focus on each other.• Keep a selection of board games, books and puzzles on hand as an alternative to TV on rainy days.

Every child has a unique pattern of growth which can be infl uenced by healthy habits. Leading a healthy family lifestyle will give your child a great start in life and reduce their risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Encouraging your family to Live 5-2-1-0 is a great way to ensure your child grows up happy and healthy!

Enjoy: 5+ vegetables and fruits every dayBy the age of 4, children require at least 5 servings of vegetables and fruits every day. To help your child develop healthy tastebuds, introduce new types, colours and textures of vegetables and fruits. What’s one serving? Try a whole piece of fruit, a half cup of fresh or frozen veg-etables or a quarter cup of dried fruit.

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THE ABBOTSFORD 8: FISHTRAP CREEK PARKFishtrap Creek was originally built as a large stormwater management facility tominimize the downstream fl ooding caused by urbanization. The Park includes a paved loop that wanders through creeks, wetlands, peninsulas and islands. Exten-sive native plantings were designed to refl ect local conditions and to enhance habitat for fi sh and wildlife, including the endangered fi sh species the Nooksack Dace. Section 1 of the Discovery Trail (see Discovery Trail) runs through the east side of Fishtrap Creek Park.

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I GO TO SCHOOL THE YOUTH TO LEARN THE FUTURE. - ROBERT FROST

KIDDIN’ AROUND

Power Down: No more that 2 hours of screen-time each day. (TV, videos games, computer)Children who spend more time in front of a TV or computer spend less time being active and social. Always put limits on screen-time in your home and keep TVs out of children’s bedrooms. Find fun activities to replace screen-time.

Play actively: At least 1 hour each day Play is an important way children learn both physical and social skills. Physical ac-tivity helps children develop a good level of fi tness, improves their performance in school, and increases self-esteem. To get your kids moving, try active family outings and provide space and time for active play.

Choose healthy: ZERO sugar-sweetened drinksSugar sweetened drinks, such as pop and energy drinks, are not required for healthy growth and development in chil-dren. Instead, offer your child water and milk. Got picky drinkers? Try slices of lemon or cucumber to add a refreshing taste to water. While 100% fruit juice contains nutrients such as Vitamin C it is still high in sugar and should only be an occasional treat (1/2 cup). Choose whole fruit over juice.

Live 5-2-1-0 is the mantra of the SCOPE project, an active partner of Healthy Ab-botsford. For more information and tips to Live 5-2-1-0 visit scopebc.ca ■


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RESOURCESDietitian Services with Healthlink BC:Free nutrition advice from Registered Dietitians over the phone or by email. Call 8-1-1 or visit: >>healthlinkbc.ca/dietitian

Dietitians of Canada:The “Your Health” section of the Dietictians of Canada website provides a variety of trusted healthy eating facts and interactive tools.>>dieticians.ca

Canada’s Food Guide:Developed by nutritional experts and supported by years of research, Canada’s Food Guide is your trusted source for healthy eating informa-tion. Get your copy of the guide at:>>hc-sc.gc.ca ■

THE WISE MAN SHOULD CONSIDER THAT HEALTH IS THE GREATEST OF HUMAN BLESSINGS. LET FOOD BE YOUR MEDICINE. - HIPPOCRATES

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The Chip Swap:Replace the chips by munching on plain popcorn – no butter or salt added. Or eat mini plain rice cakes that are made with whole grains. If you do bring chips into the pantry, pour a serving size into a container, don’t eat straight from the bag.

The Cookie Swap:Try making your own with whole grain fl ours or adding other heart-healthy ingredients such as bran and fl ax seed.

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THE ABBOTSFORD 8: CLAYBURN CREEK PARKThis trail was once the narrow gauge railroad that serviced the clay factory in Clayburn and Kilgard and is now a wooded forest walking trail above the north bank of Clayburn Creek. Lined with huge big - leaf maples and western red cedars clad in mosses and lichens, this trail is a haven for many native bird species such as black-capped chickadees, golden-crowned kinglets and pileated woodpeckers.

Amenities: Trails, benches, beach and swimming area. ■

CLAYBURNCREEK PARK

Most store-bought cookies contain a lot of fat, mostly the unhealthy saturated and trans fat kinds. If you do buy cook-ies, look for whole-grain varieties that are free of trans fat. Even better, bake a double batch, divide into individual por-tions and freeze.

The Chocolate Swap: Instead of eating a chocolate bar to satisfy your chocolate craving, try melting some dark chocolate and drizzling it over a bowl full of fresh berries. Another great snack idea is to make your own trail mix with a handful of dark chocolate chips, whole-grain cereal pieces and some unsalted nuts and seeds.

The Soda Pop SwapSugary drinks including pop, fruit drinks and energy drinks can skyrocket

the amount of calories you consume throughout the day. Keep these beverages to a minimum in your house. Instead focus on drinking water or lower fat milk.

The Candy SwapFull of sugar and with no nutritional value, candy is just not something to keep on hand for snacking. To satisfy your sweet tooth, snack on a variety of whole fruits which contain natural sugars, healthy fi bre and other important nutrients.

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RESOURCESHealthy Families BC:Healthy Communities - In the coming months you’ll fi nd great resources on healthy living in your community, in your school and at work. >>healthyfamiliesbc.ca

Canadian Dental Association:Learn how oral health is an important part of your overall health.>>cda-adc.ca

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RIVERSIDE PARK

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TAKE REST; A FIELD THAT HAS RESTED GIVES A BOUNTIFUL CROP. - OVID

HEALTHY BALANCE

RESOURCESCanadian Mental Health Association:Find resources on mental and emotional wellness, work-life balance and how to manage stress>>cmha.ca

CARES Counselling and Restoration Services:A non-profi t organization in Abbotsford that offers professional counselling services at affordable rates.>>cares.ca

BC Mental Health and Addiction Services:Provides a diverse range of mental health services to people across BC.>>bcmhas.ca

Health Link BC:Click on “Health Topics” and then on “Interac-tive Tools”. There are a variety of free Lifestyle Check-up tools that you can use to assess different aspects of your life.>>healthlinkbc.ca ■

TAKE TIMEFOR YOURSELF:• Read a book, listen to music, go for a walk.• Go to the library, swimming pool or community centre.• Host a potluck dinner – less work and less cost.• Visit with a friend or family member.• Do things that relax you more often.

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It is well known that when under high stress people tend to take shorter breaths, keeping the carbon monoxide in and the oxygen out. This is what keeps stress and anxiety in play. Deep breathing and relaxation exercises help to change this imbalance, in turn, making you more relaxed. To begin with, fi nd a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed for ten minutes or so. Sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Place your hand upon your abdomen allowing it to move in and out with your breathing. Begin to inhale (deeply) through your nose and exhale through your mouth - “Smell the roses and blow out the candles”. To help you

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THE ABBOTSFORD 8: BATEMAN PARKHikers can crisscross Stoney Creek on a series of pedestrian bridges that provide great fall viewing opportunities for the west coast salmon migration. Birds of prey such as barred owls, red-tailed hawks and coopers hawks thrive in this forest on the fringes of farmland. The designated off-leash dog areas are shown in shaded yellow and yellow dashed lines. Please ensure that dogs are kept under control and please take care to not disturb the sensitive fi sh and wildlife habitats. This trail is also home to one of the largest douglas fi r trees in Abbotsford.

Amenities: Trails, public washrooms and change rooms, playground, bridges, basketball court, sports fi elds, dog off-leash areas. ■

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relax, visualize a calm peaceful place or try listening to some soft quiet music. Take time to notice where there is ten-sion in your body and allow that tension to soften. While breathing, a good measuring tool is to inhale to the count of 4, hold to the count of 2, and exhale to the count of 5 using the one “one-thousand, two one-thousand” counting pace. Each week add a second or two to your count until you are at a breathing pace that brings down your stress level in a reasonable time frame.Start with 5 minutes per day and work up to 10-15 minutes twice per day, fi rst thing in the morning to help start your

day and the last thing at night to help let go of your day. By practising your breathing and relaxation techniques every day you will develop a great skill to de-stressing your life. Contributor: Don Huston is the Execu-tive Director of Cares Counselling & Restoration Services, a not-for-profi t counselling centre situated in the heart of Abbotsford.

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OUR HOUSE IS CLEAN ENOUGH TO BE HEALTHY, AND DIRTY ENOUGH TO BE HAPPY. - UNKNOWN AUTHOR

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RESOURCESIndoor Air Quality:Ensure your home’s air is healthy. Visit the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation website for all the facts on indoor air quality such as carbon monoxide, lead, radon and al-lergens. Visit www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca and click on “Maintaining your Home” then on “Your Home and Your Health”. >>wcmhc-schl.gc.ca

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CLEANINGFROM SCRATCH:Learning to clean from scratch - making homemade recipes - can work if you take time to under-stand a bit about the chemistry behind how the materials work. Here are the fi ve ingredients that are found to be the safest, most effective, and useful for cleaning:• Baking Soda• Washing Soda• White Vinegar & Lemon Juice• Liquid Soaps & Detergents• Mold Killers & Disinfectants

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While your home is usually considered your “Safe Place”, many hazards can exist that you may be unaware of. Educating yourself and taking a few precautions will ensure your family is safe and healthy. Here are a couple examples of hazards that can exist in your home.

Carbon Monoxide What makes Carbon Monoxide (CO) so dangerous is that you can’t see, taste or smell it, and you won’t know it’s there until it’s too late. When inhaled, CO will build up in your blood and deplete the ability of your blood to carry oxygen. CO is produced as a by-product of burning fossil fuels, so equipment in your home that uses fuels such as natural gas, propane and oil, need to be installed properly and maintained in good working. • Have qualifi ed technicians inspect

Protecting your Family


THE ABBOTSFORD 8: MILL LAKE PARKMill Lake is a perfect family destination offering everything from quiet picnic ar-eas to an impressive spray park and playground for children. Mill Lake is a popu-lar spot for walkers, joggers and fi shers. The trail winds around a lake hidden in the middle of the City’s urban core. The lake is home to a variety of waterfowl including ducks, mergansers, and geese and a pair of bald eagles which make this area their home. Lots of lakeside benches and the fl oating boardwalk make this trail a peaceful place to exercise and rejuvenate.

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and clean fuel burning appliances yearly such as furnaces, fi replaces, stoves and chimneys.• Never use propane or natural gas stoves to heat your home.• Never run a vehicle in a closed garage.• Never operate a barbecue anywhere indoors.• Regularly clean the clothes dryer duct work and outside vent cover and clean out any blockages.• Install a CO detector in your home to protect your family.

Cleaning and Household ChemicalsChemicals released from common household cleaning products can be harmful to your health. Here are some tips to keep a clean and healthy home. • Choose products which are unscented and less toxic, such as unscented deter-

gents and baking soda instead of bleach and ammonia-based cleaners. • Keep your air smelling fresh by remov ing garbage and compost daily to avoid the use of deodorizers. • Choose unscented biodegradable detergents. • Fabric softeners are not necessary and will leave chemical odours on your fabrics.• Never use mothballs as they release poisonous gases into the air. • Never use aerosol sprays of any kind inside the house. • Educate yourself about hazardous ingredients in products before using them.

Learn more about these and other hazards in your home visit the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation website at cmhc-schl.gc.ca ■


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FOR SAFETY IS NOT A GADGET BUT A STATE OF MIND. - ELEANOR EVERET

SAFETY FIRST+HANDLINGEMERGENCIESUsing Emergency Scene Management (ESM):1. Take charge2. Call out for help3. Assess hazards and make the area safe.4. Find out what happened5. Identify yourself and offer help6. If head or spinal injuries are suspected, support the head and neck.7. Assess responsiveness8. Send or go for medical help and AED (Automated External Defi brillator)

Note: Protect yourself and others by wearing non-latex gloves when giving fi rst aid. Use a shield or face mask with a one-way valve when giving CPR.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Adult CPR): Check breathing, if the casualty is not breathing begin CPR.1. Make sure patient is on a fi rm fl at surface.2. Place hands on centre of chest.3. Position shoulders directly over hands and keep elbows locked.4. Compress 30 times. Push hard and fast.5. Pinch nose and make a tight seal over the mouth.6. Give 2 breaths.7. Continue cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths until help arrives or an AED is available.

Choking (Adult): If a choking person can speak, breathe or cough - stand by and encourage coughing. If a conscious person cannot speak, breathe or cough: 1. Support the patient’s upper body and help them lean forward.2. Give up to 5 sharp blows between the shoulder blades using the heel of your hand.3. If the obstruction is not cleared, stand behind the patient.4. Place your fi st midline just above the belly button.5. Grasp fi st with other hand and press inward and upward forcefully 5 times.6. Continue back blows and abdominal thrusts until object is expelled or person becomes unconscious.

If the person becomes unconscious ease him or her to the ground and send for medical help:

1. Begin compressions immediately.2. After the fi rst 30 compressions, check the mouth.3. Remove foreign object if you see it.4. Try to give two breaths and continue CPR, checking the mouth before each attempt to ventilate.

Note: This information is a step-by-step guide to what you can do until medical help arrives. These tips do not take the place of fi rst aid training.Reprinted with the permission of St. John Ambulance.

Bleeding: To control severe bleeding:Immediately apply direct pressure to the wound over a pad of dressings. Keep the patient lying down.

Unconsciousness:Get medical help. Be certain patient is breathing then place casualty in recovery position. If not breathing, start CPR.

If you are untrained or are unsure of your skills - don’t give up. Give compres-sion only CPR - pushing hard and fast at a rate of about 100 times each minute.

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THE ABBOTSFORD 8: DELAIR PARKSituated where city and country meet, DeLair Park is widely known for its sporting amenities that include baseball diamonds, soccer fi elds and tennis courts. The Park also has an easy network of looped pathways perfect for leisurely walking or novice cyclists. Large weeping willow trees border the trail, making it a perfect destination for a family picnic in the shade.

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POSITION YOUR HANDS IN THECENTRE OF THE CHEST

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Walk BC:Encourages individual and group walking to increase overall health in communities through a range of programs that promote walking. This site includes an interactive provincial map that highlights walking routes, as well as, information on how to start a walking group.>>walkbc.ca

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LATE IS BETTERTHAN NEVER:When it comes to physical activity, it is never too late to start and late is better than never. Check with your doctor before starting an exercise program, and then get some guidance from a qualifi ed fi tness professional.

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THE ABBOTSFORD 8: WILLBAND CREEK PARKLocated off Hwy 11, the trails at Willband Creek Park are built around storm water detention ponds and encourage a diverse waterfowl population and various species of migratory birds.These wetland trails border on farmland and provide excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife and enjoying the quiet, natural environment. An easy interpretive walk weaves around the ponds, as well as a longer 3km loop that brings hikers back to the parking lot.

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Children: 5 - 11 yrs / Youth: 12 - 17 yrs For health benefi ts, children and youth should accumulate at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous-intensity physical activity daily. This should include: • Vigorous-intensity activities at least 3 days per week.• Activities that strengthen muscle and bone at least 3 days per week.

Adults: 18 - 64 yrs • To achieve health benefi ts, adults should accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity per week, in bouts of 10 minutes or more. • It is also benefi cial to add muscle and bone strengthening activities using major muscle groups, at least 2 days per week.

Adults: 65 yrs & Older • To achieve health benefi ts, and improve functional abilities, older adults should accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity per week, in bouts of 10 minutes or more. • It is also benefi cial to add muscle and bone strengthening activities using major muscle groups, at least 2 days per week. • Those with poor mobility should perform physical activities to enhance balance and prevent falls.

Keep in mind that at any age, more physi-cal activity provides greater health ben-efi ts! For more details, download the full version of the Physical Activity Guidelines at csep.ca ■


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