Happy Holidays!
See you in January!
Stall Talk
Volume 14 , Issue 16
December 10, 2012
Take a look at your financial situation and create a
holiday spending budget. This will alleviate money
woes & overspending.
It’s easy to assume that your family/friends know
your plans. Get everyone together and make sure they
know your schedule. You know what they say about
assuming…
Slow down so that you don’t miss the good stuff !
Set specific dates and deadlines for what you want
done and when. Stick to your schedule! To-do lists
can really be helpful this time of year :)
Don't go to a party hungry: we often eat faster
& more when we are hungry - therefore eat a
wholesome breakfast & lunch on the
day to avoid overeating at the party.
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Watch your portion: treat yourself
and go for small portions. This way
you can sample all the different
foods. Moderation is always the key.
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Make a conscious choice to limit high fat
items: high fat food items can be found in fried
food, cream-based soup, cheesefilled casseroles, pies, processed
meats such as salami and sausages,
some pastries and baked goods.
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Try different versions of egg nog: if
you buy commercial egg nog, you will be
delighted to find low-fat or fat-free egg nog out
there - we can even find soy nog.
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Drink plenty of water: alcohol and
coffee can dehydrate your body.
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Physical activity: take nice brisk
walks with your loved ones and
enjoy their company in the holiday
season.
Source: http://www.healthcastle.com/holiday-eating-tips.shtml.
Sending and receiving texts takes on average
4.6 seconds. While driving 55 mph, the time is
takes to text is the equivalent of driving the full
length of a football field BLIND!
Skiing & Snowboarding: Take precautions and wear all safety gear.
Helmets and goggles might not look cool but they can SAVE
your life. Use the buddy system and know your limits.
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Driving: Again, driving is not a contest. Cold weather means
black ice. It takes longer to stop in bad weather so give
yourself more distance between you and other vehicles.
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Relationships: You might bump into old or rekindled flames when you are
home. If you choose to have sex, use protection. You can stock up on FREE
condoms at Beu Health Center or Seal Hall East 2nd floor.
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Wear loose fitting, lightweight, warm clothing in several layers (the trapped
air between the layers insulates). Layers can be removed to avoid perspiration
and subsequent chill.
Wear outer garments that are tightly woven, water repellent, and
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hooded.
Wear a hat (half of body heat is lost through the top of the head).
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Wear mittens that are snug at the wrist. Mittens offer better protection. Gloves
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allow your fingers to cool much faster than mittens do.
Cover the mouth and nose with scarves to help protect lungs from cold air.
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Attempt to keep your feet as dry as possible. Wear wool socks.
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http://ci.champaign.il.us/departments/fire/cfd-prevention/emergency-preparedness/winter-weather-extremes/
Seasonal affective
disorder (SAD) is a type SAD symptoms include:
 Depression
of depression that
occurs at the same time  Hopelessness
every year. Most people 
Anxiety
with SAD start having
 Social withdrawal
symptoms in the fall and
 Oversleeping
may continue into the
winter months, sapping  Appetite changes
your energy and making  Weight gain
you feel moody.
 Difficulty
Source: Mayo Clinic
Remember that holidays
aren’t always as ideal as we’d
all like them to be. As the
break approaches or when
you get back, if you find
yourself with conflicting
feelings, know that it is
normal and consider seeking
support from a friend or the
Counseling Center—1st floor
Memorial Hall, 298-2453
concentrating
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Stall Talk is brought to you by Beu Health Center Graduate Assistants Becky Moss & Liz
Andrews and College Student Personnel Practicum Student Jodi Santillie. For more information, call 298.3225. For more health info, visit beu.wiu.edu. For adaptive format see the
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Drinking: If you choose to drink, remember that drinking alcohol is not a
contest. It is not something you have to prove to your friends you know
how to do. Pace yourself and always use a designated driver or call for
help if you think someone has been over-served.
You could SAVE their life.
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