Clinton Township Newsletter

1 8 n o v e m b e r 2 0 2 4 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M p o m e g r a n a t e s – a s C l o s e t o a m i r a C l e f o o d a s m o t H e r n a t u r e g e t s ! By: Jen Magro, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, Group fitness Instructor, Health Coach, Medical Exercise Specialist, Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified November is National Pomegranate Month and a great time to learn all about the amazing health benefits of this special fruit! The word "pomegranate" comes from "pome", the latin word for apple and "granate", the latin word for seed. The inside of the fruit is loaded with small seeds called "arils", which contain juice and a little white seed. The fruit is the only plant in the world that contains an Omega 5 fatty acid, called Punicic acid, derived from the official name punica grantum. This fatty acid is contained within the white seeds and the juice. For best absorption, thoroughly chewing the seeds or juicing is recommended. According to Dr. Lindsey Berkson, pomegranates have numerous health benefits including: positive effects on cholesterol and blood pressure, helpful in managing diabetes, fighting cancer, protecting mitochondria and boosting energy. For all the details visit her blog at: www.DrLindseyBerkson. com/pomegranates-cholesterol-hormones-cancer/. The only negative about pomegranates is opening them, however, there is a new way which decreases both the time and the mess: Step 1: Roll the pomegranate on the counter until the arils have loosened, about 30-45 seconds. Step 2: Cut the pomegranate in half and squeeze one half into a bowl. Step 3: Hold that half, seed side down, in the palm of one hand while hitting the other side with a wooden spoon and watch the seeds fall into the bowl. You're done in under three minutes and the kitchen doesn't look like a murder scene!! Give them a try, you won't be sorry you did! Visit our website to learn more about all of the great services we offer here at the Hunterdon Health & Wellness Centers! Enjoy a one day guest pass on us! https://wellness.hunterdonhealthcare.org/forums H u n t e r d o n H e a l t H a n d w e l l n e s s C e n t e r l o C a t i o n s : Whitehouse Station: 537 Route 22 East, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Clinton: 1738 Route 31 North, Clinton, NJ 08809 H u n t e r d o n H e a l t H H o n o r e d a t p r e v e n t i o n r e s o u r C e s e v e n t Every year at the Prevention Resources Signature Fundraiser, they acknowledge a community partner or member who has contributed significantly to their mission of reducing substance misuse and increasing recovery. This year Hunterdon Health was honored for our efforts in providing Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) in the Emergency Department. These lifesaving medications help people with Opioid Use Disorder get into treatment and have increased success rates of staying in recovery. Pictured accepting the award front row left to right: Dr. Christi Weston and Kristy Alfano, MSN, RN, NE-BC, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Back Row: Kathleen Haughey-Eannone MSN,RN-BC, Assistant Vice President, Hunterdon Behavioral Health, and Prevention Resources staff, Meghan Moore, Executive Director of Support Services, Karen Widico, CEO, Erin Cohen: Executive Director. Clinton Township Democratic Committee Learn about local issues at the township, county, and state level. We hold a Zoom meeting once a month to cover what's happening locally and get together in person for a social event once a month, with future locations to be determined. All Clinton Township residents are welcome to join. Not a resident? Check out the County site: www.HCDems.com to get involved in your town or township. For more information, email: info@hcdems.org. – UPCOMING EVENTS – • Election Day is Nov 5th, know where you vote and please return your mail in ballot. This Election is very important, your vote does matter. Vote Harris/Walz, Andy Kim, Sue Altman, Dan Connor and Robert Parkanyi. Please reach out to us or the County Board of Elections with any questions or concerns. • Join the Clinton Township Dems for a Zoom meeting the 1st Tuesday of the month, get involved in local issues. • Meet fellow Dems at an in-person social held once a month as well, usually on a Friday night! For more information about the CT Democrats, please contact: Clinton.twp.democrats@gmail.com. Together we can preserve our democracy and the rural landscape of our county! Food Pantry Available to All at the Catholic Community of Saint John Neumann Califon (398 County Rd 513, Califon, NJ 07830) If you know of anyone who is struggling to meet their needs and/or the needs of their family, please have them utilize our food pantry. The Food Pantry is open to all but by-appointment-only, in order to ensure confidentiality. as only one person/family will be there at one time. Please call: 862.217.7457 to schedule an appointment at your convenience. "Gratitude isn't a burdening emotion." ~ Lorea Young

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