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November 22, 2024

Today’s newsletter is a 5-minute read. 🕜

🤣Chuckle - Laughter is good for the soul.

☁️Weather - Whether we like it or not!

🎙️Events - Don’t miss out on the fun.

🏃‍♀️‍➡️Health - Important information on health and wellness

🆕News - Stay in the know.

🧑‍💼Featured Business - Let’s support our local small businesses.

🍳What’s Cooking - Tried and true recipes from my grandmother.

🤣 What kind of key do you use on Thanksgiving? The answer is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Understanding Hair Loss, Aging, and Heart Health

Understanding Hair Loss, Aging, and Heart Health

Hair loss and other visible signs of aging may be indicators of developing heart disease. A significant study highlighted by WebMD reveals a connection between receding hairlines, aging markers, and risks of heart attacks and heart disease. While this information can seem alarming, awareness empowers us to take preventive measures.

Most hair follows a continuous growth cycle: a prolonged growing phase, a short resting phase, and a shedding phase lasting two to three months. However, certain conditions can disrupt this cycle, causing a number of hairs to enter the resting and shedding phases prematurely.

For example, women may experience noticeable hair loss after giving birth, shedding up to one-third of their hair. Fortunately, with proper nourishment, hair usually regrows within a year. Stressful events like high fever, infections, malnutrition, or extreme dieting can also trigger substantial hair shedding, typically six weeks to three months after the event. Over time, normal hair growth resumes. Harsh hair care products, tight hairstyles, or extensions may also cause premature hair loss.

The Role of Nutrition in Healthy Hair
A balanced diet rich in calories and protein is essential for healthy hair. When the body lacks nutrients, it prioritizes vital functions over hair growth. Supplements like high-quality protein shakes can provide a simple way to ensure the needed daily protein intake. Similarly, daily vitamin supplements can support overall wellness when taken as directed.

WebMD also highlights salmon and walnuts as two of the top ten foods for promoting hair health due to their omega-3 fatty acid content. Omega-3s makeup about three percent of the hair shaft and are vital for scalp health. For optimal omega-3 intake, consider supplements.

Taking care of your hair goes beyond vanity—it reflects your overall health. With the right care, nutrition, and awareness, you can support your hair growth and overall wellness.

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Wake Forest Could Soon Welcome a Costco

According to the Triangle Business Journal, the retailer is considering a site near the U.S. 1 and Highway 98 interchange, adjacent to a Lowe's Home Improvement store.

Jacob Anderson, owner and broker-in-charge of AGNC, shared that the development team met with nearby residents about the project on September 12 and received what he described as a "positive response."

Anderson also mentioned that AGNC and Costco intend to submit formal development plans to the town in October.

This would become Costco's fifth location in the Triangle area if approved.

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Turkey Drive

The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) is hosting its annual Turkey Drive and will accept frozen turkey donations on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon. Donations can be dropped off at the Police Department Substation, located at 225 S. Taylor St., where officers will be on hand to unload turkeys and thank donors.

The three-hour event ensures smooth coordination for storing the donated turkeys.

In addition to turkeys, monetary donations and gift cards will also be accepted during the event to help purchase more turkeys. Checks should be made out to the Wake Forest Police Department. Online donations will be accepted until midnight on Saturday, Nov. 16, at http://bit.ly/WFPDTurkeyDrive.

Turkeys will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on Monday, Nov. 25, from 7 to 9:30 a.m., at the Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry, 149 E. Holding Ave.

For more information, contact Officer K. Abshire at [email protected]

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The Letters for Santa Mailbox is Back This Holiday Season!

Our beloved Letters for Santa mailbox has returned to Jones Plaza, located at the corner of South White Street and East Jones Avenue.

Children of all ages are encouraged to drop off their letters to Santa anytime now through Monday, Dec. 23. Each letter will be sent straight to the North Pole—no postage required!

🎅 Personalized Letter from Santa
Want to add a special touch? Download a customizable Letter from Santa to share a magical message with your child.

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This week’s featured business.

Farm Table Restaurant

Farm Table is a proud locally owned and operated restaurant that has been an integral part of the Wake Forest community since 2014. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing and growing alongside this vibrant community, a journey that has shaped our success and made us a beloved staple.

Our commitment to the farm-to-table philosophy is more than a statement—it’s our way of life. We partner with as many local growers as possible, knowing that the community’s unwavering support fuels our daily operations.

Being a part of Wake Forest is an honor, and we are grateful to contribute to the heart of this amazing community.

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This week’s recipe is from Grandma’s kitchen.

What to do with Leftover Turkey?

Turkey Tetrazzini

  • 12 ounces dried linguine pasta

  • 3 tablespoons salted butter

  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 cup sweet chopped onions

  • 3/4 cup chopped celery

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • 1/2 cup white wine (Optional)

  • 3 1/2 cups chopped cooked turkey

  • 1 (10.5 ounces) can of condensed cream of mushroom soup

  • 3/4 cup sour cream

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • ¾  cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds (Optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

    Directions

    1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F - Grease a 2-quart rectangular baking dish.

    2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and place in prepared baking dish.

    3. While the pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, onion, and celery; cook and stir until tender, about 8 minutes.

    4. Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper into the skillet; cook until fragrant. About a minute more.

    5. Add wine, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet; cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 1 minute.

    6. Stir in the turkey, condensed soup, sour cream, and chicken broth; cook until sauce is heated and bubbles, about 1 minute.

    7. Spoon turkey mixture over pasta and sprinkle Parmesan cheese and almonds on top.

    8. Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 25 minutes.

    9. Enjoy


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My thought for today: "Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day" — Dalai Lama.

The answer to today’s riddle: A Turkey‼️🦃