By Elizabeth Montgomery, APRN-CNP
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Lake Cascades Primary Care
The holiday season is often associated with gatherings, traditional meals and celebratory foods that are rich in flavor—and unfortunately, high in sodium. While salt enhances taste and preserves food, excessive sodium intake poses significant health risks, especially for individuals with cardiovascular disease.
Sodium plays an essential role in maintaining fluid balance and proper muscle and nerve function. However, consuming too much sodium leads to water retention and an increase in blood volume, which places added strain on the heart and blood vessels.
ADA __The Ada High School boys basketball team jumped out to a huge early lead and crushed visiting Vanlue 65-15 in the Blanchard Valley Conference opener on Friday, December 5.
The Bulldogs outscored the Wildcats by a whopping 31-6 margin in the first period. Ada stretched the margin to 50-10 at halftime over the outmanned visitors.
A 15-5 Bulldog second half provided the final margin of 50 in the mismatch.
Ada improved to 2-0 overall and 1-0 in the BVC with the home victory.
This week, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for The Mezza at the Regal Beagle, a new food and beverage carry-out business at 105 N. Main St. Pictured here are proprietors Cindy Ulrey and Angela Miller with chamber director Lindsay Hollar.
FROM FACEBOOK__Dash through the holidays with us at the 1st Annual, Run Run Rudolph 5K, a festive family-friendly fun run supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hardin County. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just looking for a cheerful way to kick off the season, this event is the perfect way to get moving while giving back.
Slip on your favorite holiday sweater, reindeer antlers, or jingle bells and join our community as we race, walk, and wander our way toward creating brighter futures for local youth. Every step you take helps provide mentorship, guidance, and meaningful connections for children in Hardin County.
