October 30, 2019

The Land Down Under may be sending us a message -- get your flu shot now. Health officials say the strain of flu that circulated in Australia earlier this year was more severe and could be a sign of what’s to come here. Everyone over the age of 6 months should have a flu shot and the earlier you get it the better the protection. Source Link 

When should you lock up your credit report in the deep freeze? If your Social Security number has been compromised or you’ve experienced fraudulent activity, you’re part of a data breach or you see inquiries on your credit report that you didn’t authorize. It’s also a good idea to freeze a credit report to protect an elderly or incapacitated person for whom you hold power of attorney. Source Link 

If you’re ready to add more fiber to your diet be sure to pace yourself. Natural fiber in fresh fruits, leafy raw greens, nuts, beans and whole-grain breads, oatmeal, brown rice and even popcorn can help you feel full without adding all those calories. But adding fiber too fast can be tough on your digestive system, so do it gradually. Source Link