SAYYES TOMAKING POSITIVE CHANGES!
We all have our reasons to avoid something. Come Jan. 1, a lot of people hesitate to see their doctor or visit a physical therapist. They know they should see a specialist, but they don’t. Some people don’t want to use their medical benefits right off the bat. Their new deductibles just kicked in, and they don’t want to deal with associated cost. There are others who assume physical therapy won’t work for their problem. They might be in pain, but they think another solution is needed, or they’re relying on pain medication for temporary relief and that’s “good enough.” When it comes to pain, the longer you wait, the harder it can be to treat properly. That said, there is never a wrong time to start either. Thanks to changes to Medicare last year, Medicare beneficiaries no longer have to worry about coverage caps when it comes to physical therapy.
That brings up another point: Not everyone with Medicare realizes just how physical therapy is covered. Here’s what the current Medicare handbook says on the matter. “Medicare covers evaluation and treatment for injuries and diseases that change your ability to function, or to maintain current function or slow decline, when your doctor or other health care provider certifies your need for it. You pay 20 percent of the Medicare-approved amount, and the Part B deductible applies.” Of course, when it comes to Medicare changes going into 2019, there is still a lot to decipher, but we are here to keep you informed. Look for more Medicare-related updates in the future. For the time being, let’s put the reasons to avoid something behind us. We can help you start getting into good habits with our many classes and programs, including yoga, Pilates, and more!
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Winter is the height of citrus season, so it’s a perfect time to experiment with oranges and lemons. Roasting the fruits concentrates their flavor and makes the skins edible, creating a blast of flavor for this winter salad.
INGREDIENTS:
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1 blood, cara cara, or navel orange, sliced 1/8-inch thick and deseeded 1 Meyer or regular lemon, sliced 1/8-inch- thick and deseeded
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1 bunch arugula
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1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
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4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 avocado, cut into wedges Salt and pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS:
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. In a rimmed baking sheet, toss citrus slices with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast citrus until lightly charred and caramelized, about 10–15 minutes. Let cool. 3. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine onion and lemon juice. Season with salt and let sit for 5 minutes.
4. Add citrus, arugula, and mint to onion mixture. Drizzle with remaining oil, season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss thoroughly. 5. Add avocado, combing very gently to not crush avocado.
Inspired by Bon Appétit
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