Afton Oaks A Home in the Quiet Forest. 12074 Newcastle Avenue • Baton Rouge, LA 70816 • (225) 291-5424 August 2014 OFFICE HOURS Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. AFTON OAKS STAFF Nicole Huval Community Manager Larry Bell Maint. Supervisor Karley Stein Asst. Manager Mikaya Wiggins Maint. Engineer Bill Sillinger Maintenance Technician Wilbert Peters General Maintenance Peggy Williams Housekeeper Jason Graves Painter Officer B. Boudreaux Courtesy Officer AFTER-HOURS MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER 225-291-5424 Visit Our Website at www.afton-oaks.com Brain Boost for Book Lovers People often say the book is better than the movie. Scientists who study brain function agree. Research shows processing information by reading it gives you more of a mental workout than simply watching it unfold on a screen. Reading activates your imagination and insight. Exercise yours on National Book Lovers Day, Aug. 9. Get Ready With Rosemary Some research has found that the scent of the herb rosemary may increase alertness and improve memory. Before your next exam or important meeting, inhale the scent of some fresh rosemary or rosemary essential oil. Go Nuts Nuts are one of the most nutritious foods. According to research from Purdue University, your body absorbs more nutrients from nuts that are finely crushed. For a healthy and refreshing snack, make a smoothie, and pop a small handful of your favorite nuts into the blender. 3 Things You Need to Know Regardless of your age or current physical condition, you can reap the physical, mental and emotional rewards of exercise. HelpGuide.org offers these tips: 1) Start slow, and gradually increase your activity level. Reaching even a small goal will keep you motivated. 2) Make exercise part of your daily routine. 3) Wear supportive footwear and comfortable clothing that doesn’t restrict your movement. New Use for Marbles When arranging fresh flowers, add some marbles to the vase to help stabilize the stems. Eat for Better Sleep The International Journal of Obesity published a study that suggests the more fatty foods you eat, the worse you will sleep. Fried food, red meat and cheese-based meals make your digestive system work overtime when your body is trying to rest. Legendary Louis Aug. 4 marks the birth anniversary of jazz great Louis Armstrong. Born in New Orleans and affectionately known as “Satchmo,” Armstrong was a legendary trumpet player, singer and film star. He is well-known for songs such as “La Vie en Rose” and “What a Wonderful World.” CV-426 - Afton Oaks - Issue: 08/01/14 Viewed: 08/11/14 12:45 PM