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Page 10 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, April 30-May 6, 2020 228 N. Washington St. Shelby, NC 704-487-4521 www.arnold'sjewelry.com "The Diamond Leader" Mayra Littman Advertising Representative mayra@cfmedia.info Direct: 704-472-7892 SHELBY SHOPPER & INFO IS HERE FOR YOU! STRIVING TO HELP OUR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES SUCCEED! If you are not sure what to do or how to advertise during these uncertain times, give me a call, email or text. Let's make an appointment and discuss ways we can help! Programs for any budget! 503 N. Layfayette St., Shelby 704.484-1047 shelbyinfo.com @shelbyshopper Life changed overnight for mil- lions of people across the globe in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, which shuttered busi- nesses and forced many people to follow stay-at-home measures issued by their local govern- ments. These measures not only affected the overall health of those infected with the virus, but also those who experienced no symptoms and even tested negative for COVID-19. In recognition of the mental toll that social distancing and stay-at-home measures can take, the Centers for Dis- ease Control and Prevention advised people to exercise regularly. But opportunities to exercise seemingly dried up when stay-at-home guidelines were issued and gyms were shuttered. People without exercise equipment at home suddenly found themselves won- dering how they could stay fi t and keep their bodies in the best possible condition to fi ght a virus that has claimed thousands of lives. Thankfully, there are ways to stay fi t and keep immune systems strong without violating stay-at-home measures. • Access online exercise programs. Many gyms that were forced to close to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus began offering exercise tutorials and classes via social media or websites such as YouTube. These videos can be invaluable resources, teach- ing people how to stay fi t at home even if they don't have weights or other equipment on hand. In addition to gym-sponsored exercise tutorials, the internet is loaded with free exercise videos and advice that can help people without access to a gym get fi t or main- tain their fi tness routines. • Go back to the basics. Many people no doubt recall gym class from their school days. Such classes teach youngsters the basics of physical fi tness without employing dumbbells or advanced exercise machines. Those same basic exercises that work for youngsters, including push-ups, sit-ups and lunges, can be effective for adults as well. If it's been awhile since you've done your most recent push-up, access an online tutorial so you can be certain your form is correct. • Do some yard work. It might not feel as high-intensity as a spinning class or a Pilates session, but yard work can be a great workout. Dust off the push mower the next time the grass needs to be cut, and get to work on pulling weeds in garden beds. The added benefi t to yard work is it provides a great opportunity to get some fresh air without violat- ing social distancing guidelines. • Go for a jog. Perhaps the simplest way to exercise during the pandemic is to go for a daily jog. According to the Mayo Clinic, aerobic exercise repeatedly moves large muscles in the arms, legs and hips while engaging the immune system and helping it to ward off minor viral ill- nesses. That makes an early morning jog an especially valuable, not to mention easily accessible, way to exer- cise during the pandemic. Exercise can help people maintain their immune sys- tems in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, and there are many simple ways to fi t in a little physical activity even while social distancing. How to exercise during the pandemic The health benefi ts of carrots When looking to quell hun- ger pangs that can pop up between meals, many peo- ple reach for snacks. Snacks can be a great way to pre- vent overeating at mealtime, but such benefi ts can be ne- gated if people choose the wrong snacks. Potato chips and sugary packaged baked goods may be readily available inside offi ce vending machines and at convenience stores, but such snacks don't pack the nutritional punch of carrots. Considered a superfood by many people, carrots are a simple snack that can be found at any grocery store and brought along to an of- fi ce, regardless of whether that offi ce is a traditional of- fi ce, a work site or anywhere else people spend their workdays. Vitamins and minerals Carrots are a great source of various vitamins and minerals. According to the health and wellness informa- tion site Healthline®, carrots are great sources of vitamin A, biotin, vitamin K1, potas- sium, and vitamin B6. Carrots are rich in beta- carotene, which the body converts into a vitamin A, a nutrient that promotes strong vision and plays a vital role in immune function. Studies have shown that biotin plays an important role in the body's ability to me- tabolize fat and protein. Vitamin K1 plays a vital role in blood coagulation, which is the process of mak- ing blood clot. Coagulation enables the blood to plug and heal a wound. Potassium can help people control their blood pressure, which can benefi t their long- term health in various ways. Finally, vitamin B6 plays a role in converting food into energy, making it an ideal afternoon snack for people who want to quell their hun- ger pangs and give them- selves a needed energy boost. Carrots and long-term health Carrots also have been shown to have long-term health benefi ts. In 2016, the American Institute for Can- cer Research added carrots to its list of "Foods that Fight Cancer." The links between carrots and reducing cancer risk are many and include carrots' status as a low- calorie snack. Low-calorie snacks can help people re- duce their risk of overweight and obesity, which the AICR notes are a cause of 11 can- cers. Studies, including one pub- lished in the European Jour- nal of Nutrition, have linked carrots to lower cholesterol levels. That's a considerable benefi t, as high cholesterol is among the most signifi - cant risk factors for heart disease. Carrots have long been touted as helping to improve vision, and that reputation is well-earned. When the beta- carotene in carrots is con- verted into vitamin A, that vitamin A combines with a protein called opsin to form rhodopsin, which is needed for night and color vision. When snack time beckons, carrots can help people reap immediate and long-term re- wards.