August Kitchen Corner
NEWSLETTER
NEWSLETTER
Kicking the Keto Diet
The keto diet is a low carbohydrate and high fat diet originally developed to reduce seizures in children with epilepsy. Recently it has been used as a “fad” diet for individuals wanting to lose weight quickly.
Ketone Bodies: occur when the body is deprived of carbohydrates and can no longer use them as a main source of energy.
The following two pie graphs demonstrate what the keto diet (left) provides daily and what the Institute of Medicine, like Canada’s Food Guide (right) provides daily.
Research Shows:
• Considerable short-term weight loss within the first 3-6 months.
• Decreased appetite due to ketone bodies which decrease the feeling of hunger leading to weight loss.
• Improved metabolic profile for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
• May decrease performance during high intensity activities.
• Short term side effects can range from: skin rash, muscle cramps, nutritional deficiencies, headache and fatigue.
Long Term Effects:
• More likely to develop GI issues like constipation due to lack of fiber.
• If done incorrectly, it may raise cholesterol levels and increase risk of heart disease.
• May lead to kidney damage from overload of protein.
Fats
Carbohydrates
Protein
Hilltop Highlights and Events
July Events
Food Services is planning a special lunch meal for Canada Day, July 1st.
PRIDE Week 2024- July 17th-20th
Resident Menu Committee
Did you know that HVH plants a sensory garden each summer? Sensory gardens help to provide meaningful and stimulating outdoor engagement opportunities for our residents. Research has shown benefits and positive outcomes for seniors’ mental health when provided access to the outdoors. This includes: • Improved sleep patterns • Positive impacts of natural light on mood • Promotes physical movement, social engagement, stress reduction, and opportunities for relaxation • Stimulates positive memories The goals of our sensory garden experiences include providing opportunities for increased relaxation, well-being, and enjoyment of the outdoors! Volunteers, family, staff, and residents are all welcome to enjoy our wonderful garden space during the summer months.
As a Resident of Harbour View Haven; 1. “You have the right to be treated with respect and dignity at all times.” Residents are to be provided the appropriate privacy in treatment and caring for any personal needs.
HVH Programming Highlights Pictures
As a Resident of Harbour View Haven; 10. “You have the right to your own religious beliefs and cultural background.” All residents shall be treated equally, regardless of gender, race or creed. Residents shall have free access to religious support with the opportunity to practice their chosen religion while residing at HVH.
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