Traverse Bay Farms December Health Magazine

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Contents

Sleeping Cherry Trees ................................................................................................................... 3

Why Are The Winter Months So Vital? ............................................................................................ 4

How to Manage Arthritis During Cold Weather ................................................................................ 8

Top 10 Natural Cold and Flu Remedies ......................................................................................... 10







Sleeping Cherry Trees

If you’re ever wondered what cherries do

during the winter months, you’ll truly enjoy this

article.

No matter the time of year, enjoying a

refreshing, arthritis fighting glass of tart cherry

is a great way to start the day.

However, did you know the winter months are

among the most vital time to the overall health

of the individual cherry tree? That’ s right it is the cold winter months that actually help to strengthen

the cherry tree and allows it to deliver world-class fruit that is then turned into a great tasting glass

of tart cherry juice from Traverse Bay Farms.

You see, tart cherry trees require at least 1,100

hours of below 45 degree F, while sweet

cherries range between 200 to 900 hours of 45

degree Fahrenheit. The frigid Northern Michigan

temperatures during the winter months give the

cherry tree the strength to fill the spring air with

beautiful and fragrant blossoms. These

countless blossoms then bear the tasty and

antioxidant-rich tart cherries.







Why Are The Winter Months So Vital?

As the temperature begins to drop and the snow starts to pile up on Northern Michigan ski slopes

and winter-related businesses are buzzing with business,

the cherry orchards of the Traverse Bay Farms region

of Michigan are enjoying some well-deserved down time.

After a busy summer harvest, this time of year allows the

cherry trees to rejuvenate their energy for the upcoming

2016 harvest season.

To help the cherry trees to get ready for winter, there are a

few steps to take to make sure the trees are ready for the

next harvest.

The first step is to begin pruning of the trees. As soon as the leaves have fallen and before the buds

start to appear in the spring, pruning is important. For many of the younger cherry trees, pruning

isn’ t all that necessary other than cutting the suckers, smaller trees, around the base of the tree.

However as the trees get older andstart to go into fully fruit production,

it is vital to prune back broken

branches and the tops. The reason

for this is to allow wind, air and light

into the interior branches. This

simple process allows good wind

drainage and good circulation

throughout the individual tree and







contributes to overall orchard health.

The second step is to provide to the trees thick organic mulch. This helps to maintain soil moisture. It

also helps the tree to enjoy refreshing drinks of water during warmer fall and spring days and allows

excess water to drain away and

prevent excessive amounts of

standing water.

The third step is to allow the

trees to enjoy a slumbering

winter nap. While snow is cold

on exposed skin, it also acts as a

thermal blanket. Thick snow on

the ground helps to prevent the

ground from freezing solid and

this vital to the health of a

cherry tree.

The winter snow also helps the trees to remain warm throughout the winter. In addition, as the snow

melts it provides additional water for the new season. Also, many of the cherry orchards are along

hills with exposure to Lake Michigan.

This allows wind drainage and keeps a constant flow of air through the orchards all year long. This

helps with the overall health and production capability of the orchards. This is the secret to making

the Traverse Bay Farms region of Michigan the epic center of tart cherry production.













Stay Energized during the Winter with Thes

Four Foods

1. Nuts. With plenty of protein and magnesium, this is a

great choice for a midday pick-me-up. Some good ones to

try which will help pick you up and improve your mood ar

almonds, walnuts, or Brazil nuts. Pumpkin seeds are also

good source of energy-rich minerals. And since pumpkins

are in season this time of year, you can get them pretty

cheap. When you carve your pumpkins this year, save

those seeds and roast them to snack on all winter long.

2. Leafy greens. You need iron to help transport and stor

oxygen in the body, which is what you need for energy.

Spinach, lettuce, and broccoli are great choices. Make

yourself a veggie smoothie if you're looking for an

afternoon pick-me-up. Don't discount celery in those leafy

greens either.

3. Fresh fruit. An apple a day does more than keep the

doctor away. Apples, blueberries, and bananas are perfec

fruit choices. Blueberries might be hard to come by in the

winter, but apples are a great fall and winter fruit.

4. Lean meat and fish. Chicken, pork, turkey, and lean

ground meat are all great sources of iron. And much like

with the leafy greens, you want that iron to help store an

transport oxygen in the body to keep you energized.

Salmon contains riboflavin, protein, niacin, and Vitamin B

which all have energy-converting properties.

If you eat these foods throughout the day, then there's n

doubt you will feel energized and able to get through the

long winter months without a problem.

We’ re looking for Traverse

Bay Farms family

members, customers and

soon-to-be-customers,

who would like to

participate in a volunteer

capacity. All that we

would ask is you

participant in our ongoing

surveys , new product

testing and would be

willing to share your

feedback with us, you

family and friends. If

you’ re interested, please

send Andy LaPointe an

email at:

[email protected]

Thanks again for your

consideration!

Help us, Help you



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How to Manage Arthritis During Cold Weather

For those suffering from arthritis, it

sometimes seems the arthritis pain tends

to get even worse in the winter months.

It seems it doesn’ t matter if you live in a

warm climate or a colder climate, for

many arthritis pain is more prevalent

during the winter months. So without

giving any sort of medical advice, let’ s

take a closer look at some of the reasons

this could be occurring.

According to rheumatologist Bonita S.

Libman, MD, an associate professor of

rheumatology and clinical immunology at the University of Vermont in Burlington. “A lot of people do

feel that weather affects their symptoms.”

In fact there may be some truth to the old wives’ tale that aching joints can help to predict a change

in the weather. This may be linked to studies of individuals in barometric chambers. The participants

in these studies found that the low pressure in these chambers lead to more overall aches and pains.

However, other than a few studies published on weather and joints, there is currently no 100%

certain link between achy joints and changes in the weather. You can consider some natural

remedies which can significantly help you

reduce the arthritis pain in the winter months.

Dress Warmly: No matter where you live,

keep yourself warm during the colder months.For example, if you live in Arizona during the

cooler months, keep a set of thin gloves in

your car and wear tights or leggings. If you

live in the colder regions like New York or







Washington, layer your clothes so you don’ t get cold if you need to unzip your jacket.

Enjoy Warm Water: Take warm baths or soak your hand and feet in warm water. This will help to

soothe your joints.

Stay Active: When it’ s negative five outside, it’ s easy to be tempted not to go the gym, but staying

active is vital to keep your joints flexible. According to a study published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health found that participants living the Chicago found between the months of November

to June sedentary time increase by three hours for the eight month period. One way to stay active is

to walk the mall or extra grocery aisles while shopping.

Enjoy Tart Cherry Juice or Tart Cherry Capsules: Published

research from several leading universities and researchorganizations indicate tart cherries can help to reduce pain and

inflammation. Enjoy a glass of Fruit Advantage 100% Pure

Montmorency Tart Cherry Juice or Fruit Advantage Tart

Cherry Joint Formula. The tart cherry capsules are easy to

travel with since they don’ t require refrigeration.

Get a Massage: Indulge yourself with a massage. A simple

massage will help to ease those cramped joints and muscles. Also,

consider enjoying one of those $2 massage chairs in the mall. You

can get a 15-minute chair massage for $2 while taking a break

from walking the mall.



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Top 10 Natural Cold and Flu Remedies

Not just during the winter, but at any time of year you can suffer from the cold virus. It can slow you

down depending on which

symptoms you exhibit. The same

goes for the flu although it can be

a bit more insidious than the cold.

Even when you feel as sick as a

dog, consider home remedies first

before reaching for any type of

medication.

Fighting Back

In case you didn’t know the cold

and also the flu are caused by

viruses. Unlike bacterial

infections, viral infections have no

known cure. The best that we

can do is to alleviate the symptoms that result from the infection. Reducing the effect of the

symptoms can reduce the duration of the virus in many cases.

Colds and the flu may strike any age group and any gender equally. If you inhabit certain groups

such as the elderly, infants, immune-compromised individuals or those with autoimmune diseases,

you are at higher risk for complications especially from the flu. Receiving the vaccine is highly

recommended for you as a first line of defense for your health.







How do I know if I have a Cold?

The common cold is most often caused by a form of the rhinovirus (10-40%). Other sources include

corona viruses and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus). Rhinoviruses can strike at any time of year and

last for several weeks. As busy people, we often ignore the beginning signs of a cold in order to get

on with our lives. But, eventually the

symptoms will compound and then we’ll get

hit with a whammy that will knock us off our

feet.

For anyone suffering from a virus, especially

one like the cold with so many strains,

recognizing the symptoms can lead to a

shorter bout with the common cold. What arethe symptoms? You may know them already,

but just to reiterate, they include but are not

limited to:

Sneezing

Fatigue

Cough

Sore throat

Nasal drainage (clear, yellow or green denotes a sinus infection may be involved)

Chest congestion

Headache

Nasal congestion

There is usually no fever associated with a cold. That can often be the dividing line between a cold

and something more serious like the flu or a bacterial infection like a sinus infection. Colds typicallylast about a week, but can drag on if symptoms are ignored or you have a lower than normal

immune system.







How do I know if I have the Flu?

The flu is caused by the influenza virus. It is extremely contagious and attacks the respiratory

system. It is often caused by the influenza A or B virus but there are many strains. Scientists try to

predict the most obvious strains that will develop each year and account for them in the vaccine.

The flu is more dangerous than the cold for the groups of people we discussed earlier. The fluvaccine is the first step, but also knowing the signs and symptoms of the condition can lead to earlier

treatment. In some cases, the flu can lead to life-threatening pneumonia. The symptoms of the flu

include, but are not limited to:

Chest congestion

Sore throat

Sneezing,

headache

coughing

fatigue

muscle aches and pains

weakness

fever

Top 10 Home Cold and Flu Remedies

Since the flu exhibits more severe forms of mostly the same symptoms, many home remedies can

work for both. At the first sign of trouble, use your remedies. If symptoms get worse over time,

consult a doctor to see if something more serious is going on like additional complications.

1. Drink plenty of fluids – Staying hydrated is the

single most important thing you can do with a cold or

the flu. Dehydration can make your situation more

dangerous. Fluids, especially hot ones, can think the

mucus layer helping to break it up. Coughs become

more productive.







2. Salt water – Homemade saline nasal

washes thin the mucus in your nasal passages as

well as keeps the respiratory passages moist. The

salt helps wash out any pathogens. You can also

gargle with it to alleviate the inflammation of a sore

throat.

3. Steam – Steam can help alleviate stuffiness and congestion

especially at night when it can get hard to sleep. You can boil

water and then place a towel over your head to breathe in the

steam. Another option is to inhale the steam from a hot

shower. Add fresh ginger, eucalyptus or menthol to the water

and breathe deep. Try a humidifier as well.

4. Blow your nose correctly – Pressure can build up in your head if you try to clear both

nostrils at once and blow germy phlegm into the ear passages leading to an earache. Close

one nostril and blow out the mucus. Repeat for the other nostril.







5. Rest – It doesn’t sound like much but you’d be surprised how many

people keep working when they are ill and only get worse. Rest gives

the body a chance to repair itself and boost the immune system.

6.

Chicken soup – Whether it’s your grandmother’s recipe or from a can, it

works. It has anti-inflammatory properties that can boost your immunity,

soothe a sore throat and help thin nasal secretions.

7. Gargle – If you suffer from a sore throat

through it all, gargle with warm water and sage, turmeric or

salt water. Gargling with raspberry leaf tea can also help

reduce a fever.

8. Hot water bottles and compresses – Use hot

water bottles and warm compresses to ease the pain of stuffiness in cheeks and sinuses.







9. Elevate your head – Use pillows or a bed

wedge to allow mucus to drain and relieve

pressure in nasal passages.

Colds and flu are caused by a virus, which means

that treatment is for the symptoms not the actual

condition. Home remedies can help reduce the

duration and intensity of many symptoms associated

with both.
















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