Your Dietitian Stay Cool and Hydrated
Seniors risk dehydration as thirst declines after 50 and heat raises danger. Muscles shrink 5 percent to 10 percent per decade, reducing water reserves, so frequent fluids are needed even without thirst. Low sweating impairs cooling, raising heatstroke risk, especially without AC. Water supports brain, joints, blood, and kidney function, and mild dehydration harms memory and mood. UTIs rise with age and diabetes or Alzheimer's increase risk. hydration helps flush bacteria and protect kidneys.
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Citrus Watermelon and Fruit Smoothie Ideas With Hydration Tips
A collection of drink recipes and hydration guidance. Includes orange juice concentrate shake, fruit blends with lime, maple syrup or honey, and coconut water options. Also offers tips on fluid intake, urine color cue, and the benefits of water, tea, and infused beverages. Mentions Agua Fresca as a summer favorite and notes Phyllis J. Molnar as the dietitian author.
Corkscrew Chronicles: Summer Grilling Wine Pairings
Gary Twining offers wine pairing guidance for summer grilling. He lists styles and specific matches for entrées such as corn dogs and hot dogs, sausages, burgers, and grilled fruit desserts. Emphasizes whites with high acidity and reds with round tannins, noting Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay, Cotes du Rhone, Zinfandel, Malbec, and Pinot Noir as strong fits.
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Charred or grilled chicken the tortoise way of even heat
Guide to bone in chicken grilling with slow steady heat for juicy skin and tender meat. Use skin on, marinate or salt, let chicken rest after cooking. Target 400 degrees, cook to 155 Breasts 160 legs, brush glaze near end.
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Malaga
Germany
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Spicy Gochujang Grilled Chicken for Six to Eight
A vibrant glaze of gochujang with soy and lemon drives this charcoal or gas grilled chicken. Marinated in lemon juice and soy, the skin browns deeply, then brushed with glaze and sesame oil for a juicy, peppery finish. Rest before serving.
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